MC1.2KW vs MC601's ...
 

I heard my first pair of MC1.2KW's and was VERY impressed :yes: . Now I have a question (of course). Is the technology in the MC601's derived from and improved upon from the MC1.2KW's or can it be considered similar but lower power? What I heard from the MC1.2KW's was smooth and easy. A great listen, very satisfying. Are the sonic signatures similar? Oh boy, here we go.....

Joe.... I have heard the 601's on two occasions; once at CES, and another time at a friends home.

Although I have not heard them side by side; I believe them to sound more alike than different.

Obviously you know I'm a huge fan of the MC1.2K's (currently own... well too many)

I really don't think you would be making a mistake either way. Many here own the 1.2K's and it will undoubtedly be their last amp. :smoking:

Good Luck!

I am interested to this question.

The MC601 has arrived finally in Italy.
MC601 - Distributore McIntosh Italia

All I can say is the 1.2Kw is a sweet amplifier in ever way. Looks good, sounds good and plays effortlessly. :yes:


Mike

I really thought the 501's would be my last amps because they are so damn good. I had a great opportunity to acquire the 1.2KW's and could not pass it up. The ease of presentation from the 1.2KW's never ceases to amaze me. 601's or 1.2KW's is a great choice to have and would probably sound very close on many speakers but, on the XRT1K speakers, the 1200W plus on each channel is a match made in heaven.
If the new technology in the 601's is consistent with advances of the MCD1100, then it is definitely an amp to audition carefully.:thumbsup:

+1 It's true!

Joe, Buy the 601's and spend the extra $$$ upgrading your Micro's. 1.2's with Micros makes no sense. With all due respect....

601's and 1.2K's sound the same to me. A big step up from the 501's. If you are looking for something different, I would go for the 2301's. Just my opinion.

Hi Jim - I'm more than satisfied with my Micros and the F113's. I probably should have gone with the F110's in my room (but that's another story). My Micros really satisfy. I know you are correct about the MC601's and will probably end up with them if something I'm working on does not work out in the next couple of days.


Hi Ron - I have both Manley's to satisfy my tube lust. I know how good the MC2301 is, but I wanted to get a solid state amp to use on those days where my stereo is constantly on. I switch back to tubes for the fun of it and serious listening, and use solid state for more casual listening.

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Oh Sure Ron, just confuse poor Joe... :D