miketuason

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Two monoblocks amp and preamp sits on a granite and seem to make a different. 
Full-sounding SS amps (besides Pass)
McIntosh monoblocks has all the advantages.  
McIntosh MC 601 Using two taps at the same Time
So to make it more simple, if you have an 8 ohms Speakers, you use the 8 ohms tap and if you have a 4 ohms Speakers, you use the 4 ohms tap and so on. Yes? 
McIntosh MC 601 Using two taps at the same Time
So to make it more simple, if you have an 8 ohms Speakers, you use the 8 ohms tap and if you have a 4 ohms Speakers, you use the 4 ohms tap and so on. Yes? 
Which watts are the right watts in SS amps?
What about McIntosh amps? With their autoformer, weather you use either the 8 ohms, 4 ohms, or the 2 ohms tap you get the same power. So why have three taps when each taps produce the same wattage? 
McIntosh MC 601 Using two taps at the same Time
Anyone else? 
Which audio component would you like Santa to place under the christmas tree for you?
I would like to have a pair of Raidho Speakers  
Amp selection for someone on a modest budget...
NAD Is also a great amp for the money  
Upgrading form Pass integrated amplifier to a better one
Why no one mention McIntosh, aren't they not good integrated amp anymore? 
Bryston or Pass Labs
Ok, why are you looking only at those two amps? 
Bryston or Pass Labs
Why are you limiting yourself to those two amp? There are more contenders out there to choose from. 
What 2 channel Amp would you Buy for $6k?
By the way, speaking of McIntosh amps, macs always under rated their specs, for example my MC 601 monos (600watts) are actually over 850 watts in reality. The 501 are probably in the 700 range. 
What 2 channel Amp would you Buy for $6k?
The McIntosh MC452 has an excellent review. At 450wpc this amp is a beast and the sound quality really speaks for itself. Not to mention the resale value of this amp well McIntosh in general is excellent too. Highly recommend it. 
Vandersteens, PSB or something else?
sb, I also have the Vandy 2CE Sig 2 that I use for both home theater and audiophile stereo listening. They sound great as they are being driven by a pair of Mcintosh monoblock 600 watts each. If you ask me, I think These speakers are under rated. ... 
Best monoblock amps for $2000 used
I bought three used Marantz MA500 monoblocks 125 watts for like $300 each and they work excellent.