Getting feet wet with a 2205...

[centsless]

Looking for advice. I have a pair of 4 ohm AR LST's that will handle up to 500 watts. I will never play then that high but looking for an amp that has some power and can handle 4 ohm easily....and be somewhat attractive in doing so. I am on a list with Tom to get a 2205 but wanted to ask opinions on this great amp.

Secondly, what pre would you recoo'd with the 2205? Thanks for any help. My first venture into McIntosh equipment.

 

[BilboBaggins]

I use my 2205 to drive a pair of Kef Concerto. They sound wonderful together. Don't know how the ARs would sound with it though. The 2205 has a pretty low damping factor and that might be an issue with the ARs.

 

[centsless]

I use my 2205 to drive a pair of Kef Concerto. They sound wonderful together. Don't know how the ARs would sound with it though. The 2205 has a pretty low damping factor and that might be an issue with the ARs.

Specs say 16 or higher...so don't think it's a problem.

 

[damacman]

MC2255 and MC7270 would be alternatives.

C32 would have been the period correct match for the MC2205. C27, C29, C30, C33, C34V would be alternatives.

Have fun!

 

[centsless]

MC2255 and MC7270 would be alternatives.

C32 would have been the period correct match for the MC2205. C27, C29, C30, C33, C34V would be alternatives.

Have fun!

Thank you!...that helps a bunch.

 

[C6Bill]

I love my Mc / LST combination

 

[centsless]

I love my Mc / LST combination

Ohhhh!!!....now that's what I am talking about... Can you fill me in on more details?....nice!

 

[jlovda]

I love my Mc / LST combination

You don't use your fireplace, do you?

 

[C6Bill]

No, no more fires lol The MC402 needed all that room.

But back to your question, before getting the C2300 and MC402 I was running a C32 and MC7270 combination. It would be a fine way to drive the LST's. I didn't have my LST's then but i can guarantee the 4 OHM isn't an issue with the 7270, I was driving Kappa 9's with it and they drop way lower than 4 OHM, they are called the Amp Killers for a reason.

 

[C6Bill]

Some information from the owners manual









And not sure where you got your's but adding a fresh set of the correct fuses is a good first step.

 

[centsless]

No, no more fires lol The MC402 needed all that room.

But back to your question, before getting the C2300 and MC402 I was running a C32 and MC7270 combination. It would be a fine way to drive the LST's. I didn't have my LST's then but i can guarantee the 4 OHM isn't an issue with the 7270, I was driving Kappa 9's with it and they drop way lower than 4 OHM, they are called the Amp Killers for a reason.

I had looked at the 7270 but reviews were mixed whereas the 2205 is well liked. Yes, I have the new fuses in and found these AR's where they are completely untouched and were in a closet for almost 30 years....and all drivers worked! Also has a textured black grill that was installed by AR.

 

[C6Bill]

Oh from everything I have read I think you made a good choice, I just couldn't comment on the 2205's ability to drive 4 OHM as I have never owned one. I have owned a 7270.

 

[C6Bill]

AT some point this week I am going to lower mine. I think I got a little carried away when building the stands. Probably going to drop them 8 inches.

 

[BilboBaggins]

Regarding the preamp, I'm use a leestereoified C26 and I love it! It does have different dials from the MC2205, so I bought some used from a 2105 and it all matches now.

 

[centsless]

AT some point this week I am going to lower mine. I think I got a little carried away when building the stands. Probably going to drop them 8 inches.

I missed your video earlier.....very nice system. I have mine slightly higher than yours. Have you tried them lower? Just curious.

 

[centsless]

Regarding the preamp, I'm use a leestereoified C26 and I love it! It does have different dials from the MC2205, so I bought some used from a 2105 and it all matches now.

Can you share a pic of your system? Sounds cool.

 

[C6Bill]

I have mine slightly higher than yours. Have you tried them lower? Just curious.

Yes, the temp stands I used when I was building these stands were 6 inches lower.

 

[BilboBaggins]

Can you share a pic of your system? Sounds cool.

Here you go.

 

[JosephH]

Oh from everything I have read I think you made a good choice, I just couldn't comment on the 2205's ability to drive 4 OHM as I have never owned one. I have owned a 7270.

I thiunk the MC2205 is a fine choice! My 2205 is driving my 4 ohm ADS L1530s with no problem at all. I will report back when I pick up my Aerial 10ts on Saturday. They are supposed to be a bear to drive. I might need a 2nd 2205 or a 402.....

 

[JosephH]

I love my Mc / LST combination

WOW!!!! Pan, pant, drool, drool.