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In Reply to: Want McIntosh, can't afford it - what do? posted by caustic386 on September 30, 2015 at 18:48:46:
Consider a used MA6500 or MA6900. Both integrated amps are recent enough to be in mint condition. I purchased a new MA6500 in 2002 and, despite having newer gear, would never consider trading it in or selling it. The sonics are superb.
I suggest avoiding the peculiar MA6300, which has an un-McIntosh-like power-amp section (it is highly elevated in the upper mids and treble).
One source to check is audioclassics.com, which is well known to McIntosh fans. They offer a free trial period. I never made a purchase there but they have an excellent reputation. They told me a few years ago that they often have equipment available that is not on their website, so give them a telephone call.
Here is a link:
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- RE: Want McIntosh, can't afford it - what do? - Alex F. 15:44:39 10/01/15 (10)
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