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Best tube AM/FM tuner

I am currently using a Yamaha CT610 II tuner and, while I like it for the 20 bux it cost me, I would like something a bit better and possibly a tube unit. I am thinking McIntosh since they hold their value well especially if you acquire one in nice cosmetic condition. Only problem is the only tube McTuner I can think of is the MR65.

I understand from my review of the fmtunerinfo website that Mctuners are pretty good but not "the best" by any stretch. I am willing to have the thing modified/upgraded if that is what it takes. Anybody here with extensive experience with tubed McTuner units pref the MR65??

Thanks,
Carl
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viridian
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I have owned both the MR65 and MR71 and the 71 seemed better both in its RF qualities as well as sonically. Both are way, way below my two favorites, the Fisher FM-1000 and the vaunted Marantz 10B. While 10Bs are very spendy, FM-1000s come around from time to time at more affordable prices.
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jdlepera
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HK IIIX Poor Man's 10B.Orginally came with Telefunkens[Good way to gauge use].[IIIX is Stereo,III Mono].Under $500 usually.Best,NO!In top 3 or 4 of Vintage Tuners,YES.A Bargin.JD
rontube
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I would leave out the FM-200 Fish or MR67 McIntosh which is like the 71 in many ways. Which one is best depends on condition and the skill of your tech.
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