Joe,
Yes, the X-1 Series V have the Inverted Ti dome tweeter. Actually I like this tweeter more than the more recent soft dome Wilson tweeter.
I am looking to replace my aging Levinson #23 here.
Bill
I don't think for a minute that my ears are great, but I personally prefer a softer/sweeter sound.
Oh yes indeed it was very exciting times, the guilt of huge investment is something that fades quickly as the level of enjoyment it brings is something you cannot put a price on.....
I know as I got home with the 452, it sunk in just how much money I had spent and I started feeling a bit guilty....until I fired it up....
I'm approaching 120+ hours on my amps and I swear there were some improvements during the night. I was up late (again!!) listening. I can point to a moment where the amps sound just took on that little extra something.
The first thing I would do is paint the O ring and the plates over the heat sinks a matching black. Some one is going to place a drink glass on the ring for sure some day. And you know what that means. If I could remove the ring I would. I was so thankful I bought my 207's when I did, the 8207 is just not my cup of tea. If they wanted led meters why not have seven vertical ones like the 7106 six vertical meters????
For posterity, you could be the first to snap a pic of you favorite pint sitting in the ring. I bet that pic gets around fast!I understand what you are saying but the looks have definitely grown on me. I smile every time I look at the MC1.25KW amps, especially when I know I am going to fire them up.
I caught my spouse resting a glass of wine on a MC1000 autoformer. That will not happen again.For posterity, you could be the first to snap a pic of you favorite pint sitting in the ring. I bet that pic gets around fast!
Hi Joe....adding the c1100 will complete your transformation. I don't think it can get much better.
Well, at least until you get the urge to add the D1100 and MP1100 . . .I happen to agree with you. I think that could be the ultimate.
Well, at least until you get the urge to add the D1100 and MP1100 . . .
I swapped in the Revel Studio2. Great speakers made better by a powerful amp with ease and control, big in the room soundstage, quiet, 3D and air, depth and clarity. Outstanding late night and low level listening.
The MC1.25KWs seem to be voiced in a new direction. Not “typical” McIntosh sound, but a more modern, cleaner and more resolving presentation.
Hi Joe,
The 2nd paragraph is how I would describe my MC601s vs my MC501s. Are the new MC1.25KWs voiced similar to the 601s you previous owned. Or even a step further in that direction?
Jason
Joe,Thank you Kevin. I’m still awake playing music and have been almost constantly since setting them up. They’re settled down and continue to make me smile. I love to look at them too. Sooooo cool.