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Should I trade my Heathkit W-5's for a Mac 2105?
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Posted on June 15, 2016 at 11:22:30 | ||
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Location: no. california Joined: October 25, 2002 Contributor Since: April 3, 2008 |
My dilemma. A local friend is interested in my 5's, which don't get much use these days since I acquired a pair of AR3 speakers. When I occasionally rotate in my KLH Model Six's with the 5's, they sound great, and it's niece to have a tube option now and then. But they're just not powerful enough to sufficiently drive the 3's. I already have a Yamaha M-4 for my 3's, but have never owned a Mac and my friend is offering up his 2105 in trade. From looking at Ebay, it seems that they're both in the same ballpark price wise. The 5's are completely restored. The Mac has been gone through by a reputable local tech but has not been completely restored. It's in use every day however and sounds and looks great. Thanks in advance for your objective guidance. |
I'm with you :), posted on June 15, 2016 at 14:32:03 | |
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they are not particularly good sounding amps. Nor was the matching C-28 preamp. |
Restore the Heathkit, posted on June 15, 2016 at 18:06:54 | |
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Location: Arizona Joined: February 4, 2003 |
I had a 2105. It was NO winner. Keep the Heathkit and have Mike restore it. |
RE: Well, forget the 2105 then...what about Heathkit W-7's?, posted on June 16, 2016 at 09:04:52 | |
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C-4 is nice too! I also have one. Dave |
RE: Well, forget the 2105 then...what about Heathkit W-7's?, posted on June 16, 2016 at 13:59:21 | |
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Agreed! |
RE: Should I trade my Heathkit W-5's for a Mac 2105?, posted on June 16, 2016 at 14:39:48 | |
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What was done in the restoration? Dave |