And then ... there were two more ...

[damacman]

Both came from a gentleman who has owned them since the '80s. He upgraded to 611s and I couldn't say no.

One needs a power switch, which he supplied. Hey, I needed a few small amps ya' know. News to follow...

 

[mvandyke]

Both came from a gentleman who has owned them since the '80s. He upgraded to 611s and I couldn't say no.

One needs a power switch, which he supplied. Hey, I needed a few small amps ya' know. News to follow...

Well you can never have enough Mac's. Keep it going!

 

[Refugee]

Sweeeet!!

 

[damacman]

Does anyone know off the top of their head which bulb Mc used for the meter illumination on these? And is it the same as the 2500?

 

[lbcgav]

Does anyone know off the top of their head which bulb Mc used for the meter illumination on these? And is it the same as the 2500?

GE 259 wedge lamps. Not sure about the 2500.

I first thought they were 256s, but thats not right.

 

[x3workshop]

You need an intervention, Tony.

 

[damacman]

You need an intervention, Tony.

LOL - you may be right.

 

[seacliffe301]

LOL - you may be right.

Just curious, are these replacing something or are you creating a new system? This type of behavior needs to be encouraged BTW.

 

[damacman]

Just curious, are these replacing something or are you creating a new system? This type of behavior needs to be encouraged BTW.

I'm going to use these for zone amplifiers, one to be used for the patio.

 

[damacman]

Amp #1 ...

Power switch replaced - seller supplied an NOS one.

Meter illuminated repaired - replaced fried header connector, caused by cold solder joints on the PCB side - all reflowed.

Filter caps swapped - one was leaking, and I didn't notice this on collection.

She now sings like you'd expect!

 

[damacman]

Amp # 1 - victory lap.

 

[quartersaw]

Amp #1 ...

Power switch replaced - seller supplied an NOS one.

Meter illuminated repaired - replaced fried header connector, caused by cold solder joints on the PCB side - all reflowed.

Filter caps swapped - one was leaking, and I didn't notice this on collection.

She now sings like you'd expect!

Wow! That cap was nuked!!!

 

[damacman]

Wow! That cap was nuked!!!

Worst I've ever seen . . .

 

[Bushikan]

I'm going to use these for zone amplifiers, one to be used for the patio.

At this rate, you’re going to need a lot more zones.

 

[damacman]

Amp #2, victory lap.

Filter caps checked out on this one - actually exceeding spec. Replaced the bulb behind the Mc logo and cleaned it all up. Sounds awesome - been listening to it for a few hours now.

Not bad for a 40yo amp ...

 

[Bushikan]

Any noticeable differences between the 7270 and 2600(?)?

 

[SaturationPt]

Any noticeable differences between the 7270 and 2600(?)?

I’m curious also.

I had the 2255 & 2250 which were the pre cost cutting 7270, and also the 7300 which was the same generation (half of a 2600) as the 2600, and felt that I did hear a difference. Significantly improved in specs and a balanced input on the 7300/2600 but can you hear it is the real question.

 

[damacman]

The 2600 is the sheriff.

 

[CruzBay]

And the sheriff is near.

 

[Bushikan]