Thanks for the info Ron-C and keep these tidbits coming. I was sold on the MAC6700 the moment I saw the press release. Is there an estimated shipping date for these?
McIntosh Unveils 7 New Two-Channel Audio Components
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Thanks for the info Ron-C and keep these tidbits coming. I was sold on the MAC6700 the moment I saw the press release. Is there an estimated shipping date for these?
mcintoshmagic
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Do the new MAC6700, MA7900 have a dedicated sub output or electronic crossover like the MXA60?
mcintoshmagic
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That is how I have my MA6600 set up with my XLS112's but it's a mess of cables since they have to be brought back into it after going through the sub.
I believe the MXA60 has a subwoofer mode where only one of the main outputs is used and only frequencies below 80Hz are output from it. This allows it to be used with a powered subwoofer like the XLS112 eliminating the need to have the cables going to and from the sub. So in other words just one cable going to the sub and that's it.
I believe the MXA60 has a subwoofer mode where only one of the main outputs is used and only frequencies below 80Hz are output from it. This allows it to be used with a powered subwoofer like the XLS112 eliminating the need to have the cables going to and from the sub. So in other words just one cable going to the sub and that's it.
Bubo
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Software updates would be interesting, especially 20 years down the road?
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ODS123
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While the new pieces look nice and I'm sure they're as beautifully built as what I have, I (thankfully) see nothing that makes me regret having purchased my MA6600 last December, rather than waiting for these new units.
- ..Since all my local radio stations have high-res internet feeds, I'm happier using my Squeezebox Touch as my Tuner as it also allows me to access feeds from other states/countries.
- I prefer having the mono switch on the faceplate and separate trim adjust & trim select knobs to having a multifunctional push/scroll knob. ..Again, I think most Mac owners prefer knobs and switches to digital UI's so long as knobs/switches have a legitimate purpose. The MA6700 looks almost boring w/ just two knobs.
- Prefer external DAC as this seems to be an item that is apt to be replaced every few years as the technology evolves.
- ..Since all my local radio stations have high-res internet feeds, I'm happier using my Squeezebox Touch as my Tuner as it also allows me to access feeds from other states/countries.
- I prefer having the mono switch on the faceplate and separate trim adjust & trim select knobs to having a multifunctional push/scroll knob. ..Again, I think most Mac owners prefer knobs and switches to digital UI's so long as knobs/switches have a legitimate purpose. The MA6700 looks almost boring w/ just two knobs.
- Prefer external DAC as this seems to be an item that is apt to be replaced every few years as the technology evolves.
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Bubo
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Totally agree on both, what is the bit rate on the his res internet radio, tuner prices sure have been down lately.
This is the reason I have stuck with my vintage analog equipment, all of the digital stuff comes and goes fairly quickly....but an amp is an amp.
Thanks for the clarification Ron. My earlier statement was intended as a general comment, not specifically directed toward McIntosh. At any rate, I still far rather dedicated controls to single multifunction controls. A lot of car radios have similar systems for bass/treble balance etc. and I've always found them cumbersome.
My 2 cents.
Very nice! Time to start my own marketing with the Mrs....
mcintoshmagic
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This is way better than the McIntosh press release would have you think! 
"Cornelius thought the new Mcintosh 6700 Receiver ($6500) would be a big hit with audiophiles. It is a hybrid design, with 6 tubes placed in a groove on the top of the chassis. It contains the same high performance FM tuner found in the McIntosh MR-88. Its amplifier is capable of driving 700 WPC into an 8 Ohm load using its McIntosh proprietary Autoformers."
"Cornelius thought the new Mcintosh 6700 Receiver ($6500) would be a big hit with audiophiles. It is a hybrid design, with 6 tubes placed in a groove on the top of the chassis. It contains the same high performance FM tuner found in the McIntosh MR-88. Its amplifier is capable of driving 700 WPC into an 8 Ohm load using its McIntosh proprietary Autoformers."
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william.keith
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This is way better than the McIntosh press release would have you think!
"Cornelius thought the new Mcintosh 6700 Receiver ($6500) would be a big hit with audiophiles. It is a hybrid design, with 6 tubes placed in a groove on the top of the chassis. It contains the same high performance FM tuner found in the McIntosh MR-88. Its amplifier is capable of driving 700 WPC into an 8 Ohm load using its McIntosh proprietary Autoformers."
700 watts :lmao:
JesusChrysler
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I really wish I had six grand; I would love to have the MT5..... gorgeous imo!
Matt
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mcintoshmagic
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Ron, has a change been made to McAire production regarding the "McIntosh" logo yet? I see that the one demoed at CES actually said "McIntosh" on the glass and not just "McAire" though it seems people are still receiving them with just "McAire" on the glass. Don't want to order one until after the change has been made...
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mcintoshmagic
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I just noticed that aside from the D100 and MA5200 that the label above the headphone jack is now illuminated. :thmbsp:
ODS123
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The first run are "Collector Versions"? ..You're a good guy ron and we all love you showing up and answering questions, etc. but I gotta call BS on this. I think we all know that's spin. ..More likely, while the McAire was ready for market you guys were still working out some licensing details w/ that other (slightly lesser known
) Mac company about using your name on a product clearly meant for use with their products. Even if I'm wrong about the reasons behind the missing brand logo, it's an obvious attempt at recovery to now call it a "collector version".Please shoot straight with us. ..Had I bought one, I'd be more than happy to return my "collector version" for one that properly displays the logo of the brand I love.
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MORTIS
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^ That's Bold of you to say.... but I like it Better you say it than me.
Also, I just noticed that the new MA5200 is not back-lit for the labels over the Input and Volume knobs or the Headphone jack and Standby button. This missing back-lighting was claimed to be due to a lack of space on the D100, but clearly cannot be the case with the 5200.
Yes the units are all coming with dacs as Mac knows this to be what the current trend demands, but it seems to me there are some other cut-backs going on such as less knobs and buttons. Mac can't possibly believe their customers prefer to have to go into menus to change settings with a multi function knob. Reminds me of how car decks and mini systems work.
Better you say it than me.Also, I just noticed that the new MA5200 is not back-lit for the labels over the Input and Volume knobs or the Headphone jack and Standby button. This missing back-lighting was claimed to be due to a lack of space on the D100, but clearly cannot be the case with the 5200.
Yes the units are all coming with dacs as Mac knows this to be what the current trend demands, but it seems to me there are some other cut-backs going on such as less knobs and buttons. Mac can't possibly believe their customers prefer to have to go into menus to change settings with a multi function knob. Reminds me of how car decks and mini systems work.
ODS123
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^ That's Bold of you to say.... but I like it
Well, thanks.. but I don't think it was really all that bold. ..Just calling it as I see it, and probably the way many others see it as well.
And I agree with your points on the multi-function knob on some of their newer offerings. ...I hope the design team at McIntosh are doing their market research on this.