I have what I suppose is a classic question, but I can't seem to find a decent answer online.
Right now I am using a McIntosh MA6200 (primarily for turntable listening) to drive a pair of Dalquist DQ-10s combined with a pair of Jamo J252 Studio Monitors. I love the speaker combination, with the DQs providing excellent clarity and the Jamos supporting it with some bass/depth.
I am wondering if there would be any benefit to swapping the MA6200 for a combination of a McIntosh 2205 with a C28. I've heard arguments that the separated pre-amp interferes with vs enhances clarity. So, what do users think? Assuming there would be a difference, what would it be? If it matters, I play pretty much all genres of music, but especially jazz, funk, and early electronics. I like warmth and clarity in my amp.
Assume all of this equipment is in immaculate/restored condition, and that the 2205+C28 would cost me about 2000 USD (with walnut cabinets).
Right now I am using a McIntosh MA6200 (primarily for turntable listening) to drive a pair of Dalquist DQ-10s combined with a pair of Jamo J252 Studio Monitors. I love the speaker combination, with the DQs providing excellent clarity and the Jamos supporting it with some bass/depth.
I am wondering if there would be any benefit to swapping the MA6200 for a combination of a McIntosh 2205 with a C28. I've heard arguments that the separated pre-amp interferes with vs enhances clarity. So, what do users think? Assuming there would be a difference, what would it be? If it matters, I play pretty much all genres of music, but especially jazz, funk, and early electronics. I like warmth and clarity in my amp.
Assume all of this equipment is in immaculate/restored condition, and that the 2205+C28 would cost me about 2000 USD (with walnut cabinets).