Slewfoot
Member
Hi Guys,
I hope all is well. Long time lurker and first time poster here. I'm posting as I'm putting together a fun system for the basement downstairs and it's juuuust about complete except for the pre-amp. Here's what I have in place thus far:
- McIntosh MC2300 power amp
- Thorens TD MK II 125 turntable with Dynavector cartridge
- Oppo BDP 105 CD player
- JBL 4312 speakers
- Meyer Sound HD-1 powered speakers
I have recently purchased two different McIntosh C32's from a well know and respected dealer / tech shop and both have had issues and needed to go back. Quite frustrating and depressing especially since they do sound incredible when the issues aren't present. I have 3 kids under the age of 5 so reliability is very important to me as I just don't have time to deal with these sorts of things. Seeming like a vintage pre-amp may be off the table for that reason.
Would something like a more modern McIntosh C48 work well with this setup? Or is it that silly? Should I stick it out and hope for a good C32? I'm somewhat set on the C32 / C48 due to all the adjustable tone controls. Just at a bit of a crossroads and curious to hear some opinions.
Thank you in advance!
I hope all is well. Long time lurker and first time poster here. I'm posting as I'm putting together a fun system for the basement downstairs and it's juuuust about complete except for the pre-amp. Here's what I have in place thus far:
- McIntosh MC2300 power amp
- Thorens TD MK II 125 turntable with Dynavector cartridge
- Oppo BDP 105 CD player
- JBL 4312 speakers
- Meyer Sound HD-1 powered speakers
I have recently purchased two different McIntosh C32's from a well know and respected dealer / tech shop and both have had issues and needed to go back. Quite frustrating and depressing especially since they do sound incredible when the issues aren't present. I have 3 kids under the age of 5 so reliability is very important to me as I just don't have time to deal with these sorts of things. Seeming like a vintage pre-amp may be off the table for that reason.
Would something like a more modern McIntosh C48 work well with this setup? Or is it that silly? Should I stick it out and hope for a good C32? I'm somewhat set on the C32 / C48 due to all the adjustable tone controls. Just at a bit of a crossroads and curious to hear some opinions.
Thank you in advance!