Hi guys,
Having been overwhelmed by the expansive,full-bodied,organic sound of the McIntosh C2300 with the MC275 aswell as the pre-amps. flexibility of use,i've all but resolved to purchase the C2300.However,i'm undecided which of McIntosh's valve or solid-state power-amps. would be better partners for the pre-amp.
I'm also unsure whether i should go down the active or passive 'speaker route.Some of the active 'speakers i've heard have outstanding detail,dynamics & weight,but can at times sound clinical & harden when pushed.Especially when listening to CD's & SACD's.Generally the passive 'speakers i've heard thus far can seem a little more involving in a more natural,relaxed way.Though they sometimes lack in the accuracy & immediacy of the attack & decay of notes when compared with active 'speakers.
My eventual listening-room measures approx. 28.5ft x 22.5ft,is quite reflective imparting the ambient acoustics with a slightly cool,hard-edged quality.Mostly my music is stored on CD's & SACD's,of diverse(& dubious) tastes & listening volume can at times approach concert levels.
Experiences with & any thoughts regarding McIntosh's valve & solid-state power-amps. & suggestions for potential floorstanding 'speakers candidates i should hear together with the C2300 would be much appreciated.
Regards.
BABUR.
Having been overwhelmed by the expansive,full-bodied,organic sound of the McIntosh C2300 with the MC275 aswell as the pre-amps. flexibility of use,i've all but resolved to purchase the C2300.However,i'm undecided which of McIntosh's valve or solid-state power-amps. would be better partners for the pre-amp.
I'm also unsure whether i should go down the active or passive 'speaker route.Some of the active 'speakers i've heard have outstanding detail,dynamics & weight,but can at times sound clinical & harden when pushed.Especially when listening to CD's & SACD's.Generally the passive 'speakers i've heard thus far can seem a little more involving in a more natural,relaxed way.Though they sometimes lack in the accuracy & immediacy of the attack & decay of notes when compared with active 'speakers.
My eventual listening-room measures approx. 28.5ft x 22.5ft,is quite reflective imparting the ambient acoustics with a slightly cool,hard-edged quality.Mostly my music is stored on CD's & SACD's,of diverse(& dubious) tastes & listening volume can at times approach concert levels.
Experiences with & any thoughts regarding McIntosh's valve & solid-state power-amps. & suggestions for potential floorstanding 'speakers candidates i should hear together with the C2300 would be much appreciated.
Regards.
BABUR.