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Advice please :
Regarding A/V Receiver ? There is lots of excellent recivers on the market to choose . All of them and especially at their top level are at the same price and quality. But I don't understand the fact that some manufacturers sell Amps + Processors (A/V) at very high price ABOVE that "normal" line of receivers . (Manufacturers like Mcintosh - Mark Levinson and so on ) Is High End devices really "worth" paying so much ? Is their sound so much better ? Thanks. |
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First: I want quality stereo kit. Second: Stream music. Third: good A/V . The Mcintosh for example, can do all. Other high quality receivers also. But the price difference.... |
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I always make the comparaison with cars: A Dacia is cheap but good car. A Bentley is a good car as well. But the price difference...
No doubt there're other cheaper but also good electronics on the market. If product A is more expensive than product B, this is because there's a reason for it. If A can't prove better value, it will not stay in business. If B would be able to charge more for what's delivered, they would do it at well. So, if you can value better build quality and if you can value the better sound of a McIntosh than you've to start thinking about paying the extra $ or €. It's not only about those 2 things that set price; they're just some examples. It is aslo about Support quality, value when you want to sell it, etc. If those things doesn't mean a lot to you, go with the cheaper alternative and you'll be happy. Friends of mine do not understand why I spent a lot on hifi electronics. They say "On my 1000€ system, it sounds the same.". I always answer: "Great for you! I'm sure my bank account would wish I was you". Last edited by kurt1970; 02-21-2020 at 03:15 PM. |
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McIntosh Forum - News & Views
Given your priorities I would go for a great 2 channel system first and then add video and surround later.
You do this by getting a 2 channel preamp or integrated amp with an HT Passthrough feature. Then you add an A/V receiver or Preamp/Processor to handle all the surround sound and video stuff. This gives you the best of both worlds - great 2 channel performance and great HT performance without the compromise of using an all-in-one A/V pre/pro. McIntosh A/V preamp processors are expensive and sound great. I own a McIntosh MX-151 and it is a fantastic pice of gear. When I eventually replace it I will probably choose a Marantz or Denon A/V pre/pro because they are much less expensive and perform well. Tom
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Main System: Amati Futura Mains Amati Homage VOX Center, Proac Response 1sc Rears, Three MC2301's for L,C,R MC 602 for the rears C 1100, MX 151, MCD 1100, MR 80 Nottingham Dais with Wave Mechanic Sumiko Palo Santos Presentation SurfacePro 3, RPi 4, ROON, WW Starlight Platinum USB, Schiit Yggdrasil, Benchmark DAC3 HGC MX 151, OppO BDP-95, JVC RS-500 DILA projector, 106" diagonal Stewart Luxus Screenwall Deluxe with Studiotek 130 G3 material. Lake House: Ohm F, MC 275V, C2300, MR 77, Rega P3 OnDeck: McIntosh MAC 4300v |
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Regarding stereo kit AND A/V : I now hav great Cyrus stereo kit including 2 mono blocks and separate DAC and transport All with intelligence mains power devices. The combination of this stereo kit and an A/V receiver Don’t sound good To me. As the receiver is old one. To solve the present kit and to upgrade, I’ve Ordered A Mcintosh processor MX123 And Mcintosh A/V Power MC255. So in my opinion I will probably enjoy Good stereo and A/V or I’m mistaken. The price is too high but hoping not to Be disappointed. |
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I think you’ll be very pleased with this setup. Enjoy!
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Main System: Amati Futura Mains Amati Homage VOX Center, Proac Response 1sc Rears, Three MC2301's for L,C,R MC 602 for the rears C 1100, MX 151, MCD 1100, MR 80 Nottingham Dais with Wave Mechanic Sumiko Palo Santos Presentation SurfacePro 3, RPi 4, ROON, WW Starlight Platinum USB, Schiit Yggdrasil, Benchmark DAC3 HGC MX 151, OppO BDP-95, JVC RS-500 DILA projector, 106" diagonal Stewart Luxus Screenwall Deluxe with Studiotek 130 G3 material. Lake House: Ohm F, MC 275V, C2300, MR 77, Rega P3 OnDeck: McIntosh MAC 4300v |
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Thank you.
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