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McIntosh MHA200 headphone amp

Posted by mike1127 on March 23, 2025 at 21:40:38:
I'm considering a McIntosh MHA200 to drive my LCD-X, LCD-2, and AKG K412 headphones. I'm wondering if anyone has an opinion.

If the MHA200 has good macro and microdynamics and high-end extension (and musical detail retrieval) then I'll be happy with the sound.

But I'm a bit suspicious of McIntosh prices. They have a great reputation and cult following, but has that allowed them to overcharge for underperforming hardware?

My understanding is that McIntosh amps are "lush" and "musical" and
"forgiving." They brag they've been using this "Unity Circuit" thing for 80 years, but really, I would expect it's better to advance your technology over time. Perhaps this gives them a signature sound, but is it a colored sound?