What McIntosh is to Audio, Steely Dan is to music

[tuttebenne]

I know this is an audio hardware forum but I suspect there are a few McIntosh aficionados out there who feel the same way I do after hearing of the passing of Walter Becker today. How sad for those of us who appreciate "the perfection and grace; the smile on my face", that is Steely Dan. Rest in Peace Walter and thank you for all the great music you and your partner Donald Fagen have provided.

 

[techguy0192]

Such a smooth sound....

 

[jbailey930]

RIP Walter Becker. Had plans to see them at new MGM National isn DC. Left us too early but with great memories.

 

[joeinid]

So sad. Rest in Peace Walter. My first absolute favorite band/musicians of all time and still to this day.

 

[Velocityboat]

The XR290s and MC1000s proved Walter will live on for me and every other person that digs the effortless Steely Dan song.

 

[tuttebenne]

The XR290s and MC1000s proved Walter will live on for me and every other person that digs the effortless Steely Dan song.

Good for you! Yes Aja and all of the other music Becker and Fagen never sounded as good as it does on McIntosh gear!

 

[waxwaves]

I have to add to this that I enjoy Walter's solo albums "11 Tracks of Whack" and "Circus Money" so very much. Such great stuff! If you have not heard these albums, go out and get yourselves a copy and enjoy this great music.

 

[EyeGee]

Damn. Why did I sell my copy of "Pretzel Logic"??

 

[Djcoolray]

We have lost many greats lately....

But relying on one brand of equipment is a narrow definition !