C2300 preamp (and I imagine the C23xx newer models) works very nicely with my MC352. Stock tubes are OK, but I upgraded to Gold Lion with positive results. MC phono section is solid on the C2300, and I'm another tone-control user because of my asymmetrical listening space. It's a rare preamp these days that has tone controls as well thought out as those on the C2300 or other Mac preamps.
Why not post your system details when you get some time? I'd be interested in seeing how it progresses, given our similar electronics.
Good luck.
Why not post your system details when you get some time? I'd be interested in seeing how it progresses, given our similar electronics.
Good luck.