I'm running the mcd straight into the 252 and couldn't be happier, no other inputs however. the mc-252 is the best buy in the mcintosh lineup. used 352's are about the same as a new 252.
hard to go wrong with a c220 and a mc252 if you like the Mcintosh sound.
hard to go wrong with a c220 and a mc252 if you like the Mcintosh sound.