I had an issue with my c2700 so I am exchanging it with a C53. I have had nothing but great experience with my dealer, and what I assume is mcintosh as well since they sent out a replacement for my defective unit almost right away. It would have been nice to try out a proper working c2700 but I made up my mind to get a c53 instead. I listen to music a lot, more than 100 hours a week, which would probably equate to couple thousand hours a year. I'd have to change my tubes out every 2 years or so. its nice to not have to worry about ever replacing my tubes.
besides, doesnt the c2700 still use solid state transistors at some point in the audio signal? its not really a true tube preamp in that regard then at least to my understanding of how true tube gear is/should be. its technically a hybrid.
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