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Old 03-23-2017, 10:43 AM
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Thanks for sharing.

I heard the mcintosh 200w integrated drive the 803d3 yesterday and it sounded effortless and well matched. Didn't hear it play rock or very loud though.

Then, I tried my Primare I30 100w with it and it sounded terrible. Lacked clarity, power, bass, soundstage etc. Thought it would have sounded better.

Also heard full mcintosh consisting of 275, preamp and SACD with the 805D3s in a small room. It was very detailed and open.

I think I will go ahead with the m601s with C2500 driving the CM9s...until I can afford the 803d3s. Probably get more music enjoyment then Primares with it. Someone quickly stop me if I am going down the wrong path!!! Am buying it without testing them together.

Would a digital preamp like c47 be a better preamp?

Btw also heard the Vincent monos driving the 803d3s..quite average only. Sigma monos better but on second listen, think they are a bit dry and thin.
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