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McInTosh D150

Has anyone  listen to this unit or does anyone have it the McInTosh D 150 and if so what do you think of it at a cost of $3000.00 ?

garryh16
jpkinsella
9 posts
 
Doing a shootout right know between the Bryston the Schiit and the McIntosh.. the McIntosh can not compete....
itzhak1969
369 posts
 
As a standalone DAC  Bryston and Schiit are better than the McIntosh but if you are looking for a pre and  DAC All in one the McIntosh is undoubtedly a great value for money you have to struggle to find something similar in this price level.
jpkinsella
9 posts
 
I would agree the McIntosh has some added features that the others don't 
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garryh16 OP
17 posts
 
Thanks guys for your input. I do have a Marantz SA 8005  that has a DAC THAT PLAYS 2.8 5.6  DSD . One person in the field told me today that by buying the McIntosh D 150 would be a side way move and not a up move. What do you guys think is he right?  This guy has been in the audio field for over thirty years.
miner42
698 posts
 
I have a d150 that I sue with my MCT450 SACD transport and it is a marvelous piece.  Comparing this DAC to the onboard DAC in the MAC6700 (does not handle DSD) the D150 DAC is a step up in the right direction.  I also use this D150 with my iPod/Wadia combo (direct digital feed) and the result is pleasing.  My only advice is do not ask others for their opinions, judge with your own ears.
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