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MC 275 on Audiogon

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Colorado

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Hi , I am interested in the MC 275 amplifier and have recently seen an ad on Audiogon for one. The amp on Audiogon is the current model , new and unused for 2700.00. I believe the retail price on the MC 275 is about 3700.00 so this sounds like a good price on a nice amplifier. Any opinions on this ?
My system includes a MC 2125, C 32, Linn Keilidh Speakers, Rotel RCD 971, and a Thorens TD 160. Will the MC 275 work well with the C 32 and the rest of the system ?
Thanks for any advice. I enjoy the forum.
Colorado :scratch2:
 
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The new MC275 is a great amp and will work well with your system. If I were you I would check out your local McIntosh dealer he may work with you on this. And if you buy the amp from Audiogon you will not get a warranty. Check out the McIntosh web site they say the waranty is only valid if purchased from a dealer not valid on web purchases. Your local dealer may also have one in stock you can demo.

Support your local dealer and he will be a help to you. Over the last two years my dealer has been a BIG help in my system building.

Victor
 
Victor speaks the truth! I have had amazingly wonderful time with a quality local dealer, and then also terrible interactions with a non-local dealer.
 
Victor and Mike, Thanks for your feedback. I'll explore the local dealer possibilities. A new MC 275 might be out of my price range. Thanks again.
Colorado
 
I used to use my MC275 with a C29 which was made at the same time as the C32. It mated pretty ell with the MC275. If you really want an MC275 it would make a decent system but if you want the best sound I wouldn't get an MC275 vintage or new. For a lot less money there are many used solid state Mac amps that actually sound better. Honestly I wouldn't be surprised if you prefer your MC2125.
Mike
 
Mike,
Great point.

Colorado,
Also adding to Mikes point if your MC2125 has never been serviced a good check up and some upgrades to the caps may be your most cost effective way to improve your current setup. Don't forget your MC2125 is 24-29 years old.

Victor
 
Hi, Thanks for your input everyone. The MC 2125 and C 32 have been fully serviced at McIntosh last September and are in excellent shape. Both units meet factory specs and sound / look great ! I just think I might enjoy a cool McIntosh Tube Amplifier.
Say, Oluke1 do you think you can purchase a new w/ warranty MC 275 for 2500.00 ? That does'nt seem like it would leave much mark -up for the retailer.
Thanks again everyone and have a nice weekend.
Colorado
 
I was able to (this summer), but it may have been a slow month. Their first offer was $2,700.
 
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