Glenn, congratulations on your upgrade! Going to solid state points out how important it is to carefully match your speakers to your amp/preamp. Tubes don't don't always sound better. I had always thought the Audio Classics only sold used used gear with an emphasis on Mac. However, after knowing about them for at least 35 years, I discovered that they were also a retail dealer for McIntosh. Also, an authorized McIntosh Service Center to repair Mac gear. However, I understand they are too busy to take in outside repair business. I occasionally receive emails from them for used gear. I probably missed the fact that they are a retail outlet for McIntosh also.

Best

Charles

Thank you, Charles.
But. after a few months I find that my old ears need/want something brighter than the 0/93 soft-dome tweeter. Rolled in a set of Maggie 1.7i and they are definitely a step in the right direction for resolution, speed & highs (if in the wrong direction for a down-size). Enjoying some Lady Gaga & Tony Bennett (an excellent album) on a lazy day.

https://www.audioaficionado.org/atta...1&d=1704397819

Upgrades Complete with C55
 

Many thanks to all here and to Ben at University Audio in Madison for his guidance and experience. All the components came in except the C55, so Ben loaned me their C2700 until the new preamp arrived. Even more detail with the C55, and I prefer the solid state over the tube. Thrilled to be listening to this system.

Looks very nice!

Very Nice! thanks for sharing. :thumbsup:

Beautiful System! Enjoy!

Beautiful!

Fantastic system and impressive B&W photography!
Which SF speakers are those? (not in signature line).

and do you use a dedicated B&W camera?

Hmmm............ do you have your computer screen set to B&W? All the pic's are full color on my display.
As you say, a terrific system with those big, blue eyes. Enjoy!!

If you click on the link in Lawrence’s signature you will go to his website that features a lot of black and white photography.