McIntosh MA12000 Tube Hybrid Integrated Amplifier

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  • Опубліковано 4 лис 2024

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  • @michaelb8171
    @michaelb8171 3 роки тому +56

    The nice thing about this, I could upgrade my MA8000 and my wife would likely never even realize it.

    • @rockman22
      @rockman22 3 роки тому +2

      What about when she asks what the 14k charge on the credit card bill is?

    • @RealHIFIHelp
      @RealHIFIHelp 3 роки тому

      Your ma8000 is most likely better.

    • @williamstrickland579
      @williamstrickland579 3 роки тому

      It looks too different from my MAC 6700 but I just might give this a shot

    • @ChatGPT1111
      @ChatGPT1111 3 роки тому

      I think that you should bring it. You Tube dares you! Let us know how that works out for ya.

    • @glichasasha750
      @glichasasha750 3 роки тому

      Pppaaaaaahahahahaaaaaaa good one

  • @capelight52
    @capelight52 3 роки тому +13

    Excellent! No voice can sound as trusting as Adrian’s, IMO. But it’s more than that, he seems to be completely trusting as well. Villip has a discerning mind and is so very smart and articulate. I would imagine buying from them is a satisfying experience, as in, Audio Excellence!” Bravi to both of you! Francis

  • @dixonkim8659
    @dixonkim8659 3 роки тому +7

    Adrian, Villip, listening to you guys is like comfort food for my audiophile soul. I was waiting for you guys to review the MA12000. This is really something I''d consider upgrading my MA8000's. Great review by the way!

  • @ChatGPT1111
    @ChatGPT1111 3 роки тому +7

    I’m not going to hook mine up. Just admire it as a piece of art.

  • @dustinortegon
    @dustinortegon Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the incredible review. I think I am sold on the MA12000 as my upgrade from my MA6300. I love the 6300, but wish it had a bit more oomph!

  • @ddom678
    @ddom678 2 роки тому +10

    fabulous review! your reviews convinced me to purchase a McIntosh integrated amp: either the MA 12000 or the MA352. Could you do a review that compares the two?

  • @georgekirk654
    @georgekirk654 2 роки тому +4

    Good morning , Are you planning shortly to compare the new MA9500 with the MA 12000?

  • @pf5658
    @pf5658 3 роки тому +1

    I’ll just say I absolutely love my McIntosh system and I don’t say that about a lot of things. So I totally understand why you guys love them too.

  • @LSDaigle
    @LSDaigle 3 роки тому +5

    I've been living happily with the MA8000 since it was introduced. But the opportunity to also have a cup holder as standard equipment really has me thinking...:)

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +3

      Even my old Porsche 911 had a cup holder - it makes all the difference.

    • @AudiophileToday
      @AudiophileToday 2 роки тому +1

      @@BP-rn3nl A year has passed since I posted my comment. Since that time I bought an MC1502 and couldn't be happier.

  • @gckw8833
    @gckw8833 3 роки тому +1

    Indeed 'Amused To Death' is a very good recording and a track to speakers setup. Thanks for the recommendation.

  • @lawyer1165
    @lawyer1165 3 роки тому +14

    How about a video comparing the MA 12000 and the Hegel H590?

    • @EUK007
      @EUK007 3 роки тому +3

      Yes I absolutely support this MA 12000 vs Hegel H590

    • @Waitaminutesilly
      @Waitaminutesilly 3 роки тому +1

      From the look department MA12000 crushes H590 ...

  • @frooplewomanpox2889
    @frooplewomanpox2889 3 роки тому +7

    Adrian, another well-recorded guitar song is Dire Strait's "You and Your Friend" on their On Every Street LP. I don't know how this song hasn't been on my radar.

  • @pharoahamunra
    @pharoahamunra 3 роки тому +2

    ive been waiting to see a good review on this amp.thanks guys this vid was awesome.

  • @marklloyd4153
    @marklloyd4153 Рік тому

    Haha integrated . I’m definitely sold on this. I couldn’t find anything I liked on my super cheap PolkR 700s til I found this . It’s like I found music all over again .

  • @mikewinburn
    @mikewinburn 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent presentation guys. Love the details, expressions of experience, and product knowledge.

  • @labalo5
    @labalo5 3 роки тому +1

    Man I really enjoy both you guys’ insights. So pure and in a sense humbling even though this is high end not so humble stuff lol

  • @anonymohipp9097
    @anonymohipp9097 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you! Can't weight to hear this. Although it looks like it would take an army to move it.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +1

      All you need to do is hire Jerry - he'll help out...

  • @billd9667
    @billd9667 3 роки тому +3

    I’d like to see a discussion of the MA5300. As it eschews autoformers for more direct power with a higher damping factor, it’s an important product.

    • @唐明皇-b3z
      @唐明皇-b3z 3 роки тому

      me too

    • @billd9667
      @billd9667 3 роки тому

      @@唐明皇-b3z I don’t think we will see it. If they review it and post it as a real winner, people would stop buying the higher profit autoformer models. Since they haven’t mentioned the MA5200 or 5300, we should probably assume that they are excellent. If these amps were not great, you can bet that a so-so review would have already been uploaded. You will surely notice that the more expensive models always review better. If there was an exception that cost less, it wouldn’t be posted.
      So there ya go - the MA5300 is a great amp.

  • @guyonabuffalo5280
    @guyonabuffalo5280 Рік тому +1

    I paired a MA12000 with BW 802D4 with stereo pair of REL T9is. I played a mofi pressing of Little Feat’s Waiting for Columbus and the results are simply magical.

  • @namehere01
    @namehere01 3 роки тому +1

    I've been waiting for this review. Thanks gents.

  • @gjun72
    @gjun72 3 роки тому +5

    Great review! I love how you guys were commenting about integrated vs separates in this price range. Since you also recently reviewed the MC C8 tube preamp and loved it, I would be very curious to get your impressions on comparing that with the MC312 or even the 462 amp against the 12000.
    The C8 with 462 would actually less expensive, right?

  • @Sams911
    @Sams911 3 роки тому +4

    Still think separates are the way to go, but I can see how this might work for someone.

  • @arte2arquiteto
    @arte2arquiteto 3 роки тому +4

    "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" ~Tiny Tim~

  • @ajayr8781
    @ajayr8781 3 роки тому +1

    I am in the market for McIntosh amps, however I am not sure what to get. I have Linn Klimax 350 passive speakers, 1000 watt each. I want to start with first as a music system and then gradually use it as a home theatre as well. What would you recommend that works both for listening to music and use as a home theatre? Do you think I should go for Mc462 or MC 611 or MC 1.25kw?

  • @hojunekim5618
    @hojunekim5618 3 роки тому +1

    What do you think about matching MA12000 with Focal Sopra No.3?

  • @richardpeters2193
    @richardpeters2193 3 роки тому +1

    To get the digital and phono sections a Vinnie Rossi depending on which of their two integrated models are $23-26k USD. This is basically half the price.

  • @chabinathramkissoon1295
    @chabinathramkissoon1295 3 роки тому

    I had two of the MC 2500 , I used to be a Dj , I am no longer a D j sold out all my equipment and presently looking to buy a MC intosh once more.

  • @mikebracco890
    @mikebracco890 2 роки тому +1

    I run the MA1200 with Sasha 2s, a Rel S812, and a Bluesound node as a digital transport. Its pretty damn good.

    • @aruth51485
      @aruth51485 Рік тому

      Question, I am looking at buying the 1200 and was wondering how it would do with Rock music ? That’s mainly what I love to listen to. Just thought I would ask someone that has that model.

    • @mikebracco890
      @mikebracco890 Рік тому

      ​@@aruth51485I don't think you'll be unhappy. Maybe if play some crazy new digital noise that's 180 boom or something unusual

    • @aruth51485
      @aruth51485 Рік тому

      Thanks , I play bands like Zeppelin, AC/DC, U2, Rush, Van Halen.

    • @mikebracco890
      @mikebracco890 Рік тому

      ​@@aruth51485match made in heaven

    • @davidsagarra9841
      @davidsagarra9841 9 місяців тому

      @@aruth51485 I have had my MA12000 since a month ago and I am a heavy metal headbanger; I cannot be more satisfied and happy!!! This integrated amplifier is so euphonic that I don’t think that I need anything else in audio electronics.

  • @elderinmoi1571
    @elderinmoi1571 3 роки тому +4

    More and more power. I think these figures are there to impress the clueless. Like camera manufacturer starting the mega pixel race. Neither is a guarantee for better sound/ image quality. But hey, as long as people buy it. I am a fan of hybrid amps though and I can imagine that this one sounds great. Better than monos ? Hard to tell until you hear and compare it.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +1

      Always try to have a listen before deciding - you can trust your own ears.

  • @peterc3143
    @peterc3143 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful looking amp. 👍

  • @thandochabula7376
    @thandochabula7376 Рік тому

    I want to know, I’m in South Africa I’m interested in purchasing The MC1200 with Coltranes 3. What else can I pair it with to have a complete system including Interconnecters, Power Cables and others that I don’t know can make this to be the best stereo system

  • @InPursuitOfLiberty
    @InPursuitOfLiberty Рік тому

    I'll be auditioning this unit tomorrow. Can't wait! Anyone know how well it compares to an Accuphase integrated?

  • @charlesmontgomery215
    @charlesmontgomery215 3 роки тому

    Nice review guys. Quick question. Does this have the same dac that the MC 2700 amp has? Or would this need a good outboard dac?

  • @fancycavegaming620
    @fancycavegaming620 3 роки тому +2

    I recently did some tests with simple sine wave youtube videos to test the top range of my hearing ability and was sad to find that I could only hear to 14khz and on the same system my wife could hear much higher. Can you guys try something similar so we know the baseline of your hearing? That way when there are differences in what each of you describe, we have some context.

  • @jonathan9130
    @jonathan9130 3 роки тому

    Love all the videos... looking to dive into McIntosh... was thinking C8/mC830’s. Now you have me scratching my head and reconsidering. I’ve been running the Terminator DAC so wasn’t necessarily looking for integrated DAC. Any thoughts?

  • @Telemed911
    @Telemed911 3 роки тому

    How does this compare to the 160M monoblocks or 160S amplifier from Audio Research? I have had McIntosh separates before, and they seem to have a nice but definitive "house sound" compared to ARC, which seem more neutral to me.

  • @davidstein9129
    @davidstein9129 5 місяців тому

    Now that we all know more about this Mc Integrated amp, are separates really a better bet? Has anyone read other reliable follow up audio reviews on this McIntosh Integrated Amplifier? I have a nice opportunity to
    aquire a used Mc integrated from a McIntosh Dealer.
    I own a used MC152 Power Amplifier & a MC49 Preamplifier...a fine pairing IMO.
    My little Qln speakers are 85.5 dB & relatively inefficient. Would I 'up the level of performance' of my Qln Prestige Speakers by doubling the power of the McIntosh Amplifier? IDK.
    I appreciate whatever informed opinions you can offer me.
    Thanks!
    D-

  • @timobi_1604
    @timobi_1604 3 роки тому

    Excellent video guys!

  • @jilcoschuurmans7740
    @jilcoschuurmans7740 3 роки тому +2

    Guys I really like your reviews. This seems to be one of those situations where I really don't recognize the review based on what I've heard in person. I demo'd for a number of weeks various AMPs to go with my Vivid Audio Kaya 45s in my own listening room. I paired every amp with a DCS Bartok DAC. I tested the MA12000, MA9000, Audio Analogue Bellini pre and Donizetti amp, Moon 700i v2 and the Dan D'Agostino progression integrated. Interestingly enough the MA12000 was the worst of them all. It was woolly, not articulated/revealing and worse it missed at least an octave at the bottom end. I know the speakers really well and they go very low (even beyond the spec). All amps were able to produce a powerful (with energy in the room) sub-bass (e.g. Sea Horn from Terje Isungset) except the MA12000. The lowest notes where somewhat audible but no energy whatsoever. The MA8900 was so much faster, way more detail and more important, it brought energy in the low notes. Interestingly enough the Dan D' Agostino integrated outperformed the others in every aspect, with the Audio Analogue getting very close in terms of total performance. So very curious how it can be that the MA12000 did not show anything of what you all described in the video as the strengths of this system

    • @jimmyk9010
      @jimmyk9010 3 роки тому +1

      Interesting you had that experience. I downsized my system from a D’Agostino Progression Stereo amp and Denafrips Terminator DAC to the MA12000, and have not experienced what you describe. The MA12000 is very detailed and revealing with plenty of low end extension. Granted that is in my room with SabrinaX’s. I don’t miss the D’Agostino or Teriminator at all. Maybe it wasn’t a good match for the Vivid’s.

    • @jilcoschuurmans7740
      @jilcoschuurmans7740 3 роки тому +1

      @@jimmyk9010 Maybe it is the speakers indeed. Strange that so many other amps show a similar performance and only once doesn't. Perhaps the unit itself was faulty or so

    • @alejandronavarro6580
      @alejandronavarro6580 3 роки тому +1

      Hello. My impression is similar, I have change the MA12000 for MA9000 again, sound look like better in MA9000. MA12000 is more dirty and I lost my sub-bass. 9000 is very more quickly and tone is better. I don't know why. The only better aspect is DA2 dac because of DSD 512 capable and a little more analític.

    • @AudiolandCH
      @AudiolandCH Рік тому

      I have experienced this before with a Boulder 866. It sounded incredible with Goldnote XS-85. Not so much with Sophia 3s. Or maybe with the MC its the tubes that dont Match certain speakers?!

  • @pennfootball71
    @pennfootball71 3 роки тому

    The Mola Mola Kula is about 20k but has a bettor Tambaqui DAC module you can get in there and just perfection neutral

  • @yaniv-nos-tubes
    @yaniv-nos-tubes 3 роки тому

    looks like a mean machine, what tubes are they using?

  • @doznza
    @doznza 14 днів тому

    ma 12000,or ma9500 what is your choice?

  • @Daausby
    @Daausby 3 роки тому +1

    Great review guys keep them coming...who needs Jay?...lol🤣

  • @bruceyoung3147
    @bruceyoung3147 3 роки тому

    Interesting comments about the Mani-2's. Mine are driven by Krell KAV-300i, and looking for an amp upgrade. This amp will definitely be on my audition list...I presume your client thinks there is excellent synergy between the Totems and the amp...!

  • @ulfstensland2540
    @ulfstensland2540 3 роки тому

    Vilip, love your discussion about the MA12000 and your UA-cam films in general. I need though some advise I you will, I have a set of Burmester BA31 speaker in one listing room and a pair of XR50 in a smaller room. Do you think the BA31, if you know them, would be a good fit for the MA12000, in a 8X3,5 meter room, or any other speaker you would suggest, range 10-12k US dollars. And in the end, how much should I put in to speaker cables in order not to go bankrupt, but still? Thanks in advance....

    • @andrewu66
      @andrewu66 3 роки тому +2

      Last Friday I had a demo of that amp with Focal Diablo Utopia, and the whole set up with those speakers sounds amazingly good. I put down the deposit after 10 minutes of listening!

    • @ulfstensland2540
      @ulfstensland2540 3 роки тому

      @@andrewu66 The floor standers? What amp did you power it with?

    • @andrewu66
      @andrewu66 3 роки тому +1

      @@ulfstensland2540 with McIntosh 12000 (Focal Diablo are bookshelf speakers but they are better than any floor standing speakers that I’ve heard in the range of $10-20 thousand)

  • @RJ_Chicago
    @RJ_Chicago 3 роки тому

    I am wondering about a few things regarding this McIntosh integrated: 1. How black is the background? 2. How is it with dynamic passages? 3. Does it have enough power to drive Magnepan 1.7i speakers (anticipating a “yes!”?)

    • @pharoahamunra
      @pharoahamunra 3 роки тому

      high current power is what you want with maggies. that being said the mc should deliver.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +1

      Background is appropriately black but not with say the depth of the Hegel black. Black enough. And as per both Adrian's and my experiences, it does dynamic. It will output 350 watts into any load - so yes - 1.7i friendly - as are all McIntosh transistor amps with transformers.

  • @aussie8114
    @aussie8114 2 роки тому

    $30,000 in the land down under. That’s BIG dollars 💰

  • @walterjacobson9127
    @walterjacobson9127 3 роки тому

    Awesome review guys ....What is the brand of the white and glass stereo racking in the back ground ?

  • @rickcarlson5916
    @rickcarlson5916 3 роки тому

    Great review, thank you.

  • @aruth51485
    @aruth51485 4 місяці тому

    Is there much sound difference going from a 7200 to the 12000 ?

  • @darrens7040
    @darrens7040 3 роки тому

    Entertaining video guys wonderful chat about the amp what a beast it is. Bloody awesome that you guys did a shout out to the professor of rocks you tube channel the amount of research he does is a credit to him one of my favourites for sure.
    Now some time ago you guys did an unboxing video on the MA 252 is there any plans do do a review on that amp
    Cheers guys

  • @JoroIrl
    @JoroIrl 3 роки тому +1

    Hi guys, great video. I'm looking forward for my first McIntosh purchase and I'm very curious about your thoughts on MA-252? Thanks.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +2

      MA252 - this is a good entry point for people who desire to own McIntosh for the first time as it is one of the most reasonably priced of their offerings. I find it very sweet and beautiful with a lovely human midrange so voices sound like real voices. As McIntosh goes, the MA252 is not particularly high-powered so stick with easier to drive speakers. My friend Graham borrowed our demo and found it drove his JBL Sovereign S8R setup to a plentiful excitation. So MA252 will match vintage big speakers in a joyful fun way. It will be great with any of the Klipsch Heritage speakers - Heresy, Forte, Cornwall, La Scala, Klipschorn.

    • @JoroIrl
      @JoroIrl 3 роки тому

      @@vilip119 Thank you very much for your prompt response. Does help. 🙂

  • @lesliesweeney368
    @lesliesweeney368 3 роки тому +1

    Were all of those speakers rated for amps that the mac puts out, it seems a larger speaker would express bass better because the amps match

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer Рік тому

      You don’t think the bigger speaker would express bass better because the speaker is bigger?

  • @namehere01
    @namehere01 3 роки тому +1

    I wonder how the MA12000 would pair with the Yvette?

  • @keeferdog5617
    @keeferdog5617 3 роки тому +2

    Your initial concern, Adrian is well founded-

  • @lonniefarmer7067
    @lonniefarmer7067 3 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @dacatman2518
    @dacatman2518 Рік тому

    What does Lewis think of the MA12000?

  • @mahasidha9
    @mahasidha9 11 місяців тому

    I promised my wife no tubes. How does the solid state section compare to the 9500 which retails for 12,000 USD?

  • @DSupremeLounge
    @DSupremeLounge 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks . Great review and commentary. How does this compare to a Hegel H590?

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +2

      The Hegel H590 is super refined - the micro detail is phenomenal. It is a deep thinker who understands joy and embraces life in all its complexity. The MA12000 is similar but has a more robust and richer expression - you will hear how it has a big personality and the offer of being your best friend.

    • @DSupremeLounge
      @DSupremeLounge 3 роки тому

      @@vilip119 Thank You.. great insight

    • @emanon321
      @emanon321 3 роки тому

      @@vilip119 A poet by any other name...

    • @Zulus22
      @Zulus22 3 роки тому

      @@vilip119 Hi,You have great movies. Can you tell which one has better bass control? I'd love to know your opinion, thanks

  • @FreddyMacT
    @FreddyMacT 3 роки тому

    would these be a good pairing with the bowers and wilkins 802 d3?

  • @barney6888
    @barney6888 Рік тому

    Yay
    I'm the umpteenth poster so I win the ma12000, plus my pick of speakers, sub and dc transport
    yaaaay

  • @3dimensionsofmusic3D
    @3dimensionsofmusic3D 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the review of this great piece. Would be my dream to work with you guys as you have the best job of choosing different quality speakers and front ends. I have an 8900 & a MC 312 to drive 2 different sets in separate rooms but I'd love to hear the tube pre matched with the MAC amps. Vilip is getting better and better! Cheers Greg

  • @charlesnr
    @charlesnr 3 роки тому

    Finally having a streamer into my DAC, I finally followed up your demo tracks, and those I tried were in HR on Quobuz. The question is
    they are never mentioned and files are always pristine. Do you have Quobuz in Canada? You mention TIDAL and not sure if their files that are not MQA are ever considered HR 96KHZ.

  • @ajayr8781
    @ajayr8781 3 роки тому +1

    Are you guys open in store?

  • @Derfunkmeister
    @Derfunkmeister 3 роки тому +1

    Well U are lucky, here in Europe we have to cough up 22.000 $ for the MA 12000

    • @seanhu1266
      @seanhu1266 3 роки тому

      same in New Zealand..about usd $21500

    • @tugboatamerica
      @tugboatamerica 2 роки тому

      Tariffs and shipping cost

  • @thewoofer7955
    @thewoofer7955 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for another great video. Always enjoy the laid back approach. One question. Do you sell any Canadian stuff? We do make some great audio gear. Would love to hear how Bryston compares to McIntosh.

  • @michaelmityok1001
    @michaelmityok1001 3 роки тому

    19K CAD is mucho dinero but build quality and resale value are unimpeachable. Not my cup of tea sonically as described by Vilip and Adrian but still I would LOVE to audition them.

  • @bernhardmichaelfux308
    @bernhardmichaelfux308 3 роки тому

    Kamakawiwoole... A tragic figure of Hawai. He was such a beloved Artist and died due to his overweight... And most of the Hawaiian People think that Over the Rainbow is a Song written by HIM! LOL... But it´s not, and also not from Louis Armstrong, but it´s first was sung by the little Judy Garland, way back in time... in a Technicolor Musical Movie from 1939!

    • @ChatGPT1111
      @ChatGPT1111 3 роки тому +2

      Don’t look behind the curtain!

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer Рік тому +1

      How can they think he was the writer of the song? They don’t have The Wizard of Oz in Hawaii? That’s tough to believe.

  • @glichasasha750
    @glichasasha750 3 роки тому

    Wouldn’t you buy the MC611s for around this price?

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer Рік тому

      Yeah if you want a bunch of junk all over the place and no audible difference in sound.

  • @RealHIFIHelp
    @RealHIFIHelp 3 роки тому +1

    I also don't get why people buy the Mcintosh separates. The integrated mid-top models are better.

    • @RealHIFIHelp
      @RealHIFIHelp 3 роки тому

      @Stonnie Mikita ma8000, ma8900 and ma9000 beat almost anything that is mcintosh separates.
      Only the new hybrid transistor/tube model is supposed to be a lot better. Is what I have heard from others.
      The trick to getting the best mcintosh sound is getting one of the 3 models or this ma12000 or the new hybrid, and then focus a huge amount on getting the best streamer, and the best network, power setup. That is how you get the best Mcintosh sound.
      Separates also sound pretty decent, but then the signature just dies totally going into this hifi mode that locks the sound.

    • @oscillatingdailyaudio
      @oscillatingdailyaudio 3 роки тому

      @@RealHIFIHelp lol. The only people that would agree with you are the users of those 3 models that have never heard separates..

    • @RealHIFIHelp
      @RealHIFIHelp 3 роки тому

      @@oscillatingdailyaudio Sounds like you have separates.

  • @mcintoshkid
    @mcintoshkid 3 роки тому

    I need your advice, when i turn on my ma12000 amplifier
    i get a thump pop to the speakers..do you know how to avoid this, i wanna get rid oft it,
    thank-you ..

  • @rockman22
    @rockman22 3 роки тому

    That thing is so damn sexy, just cant justify paying that much, its double the cost of my entire current system.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +1

      But you can dream... or go (when life is open again) to your local McIntosh dealer and have a listen... or go (when it is safe) to the Townhouse in Manhattan and see and hear all that is the McIntosh way.

  • @datdudeinred
    @datdudeinred 3 роки тому

    Guys can you do a video: mcintosh various amps vs hegal h390 just for maggies?? especially like 3.7is?
    It would be pretty interesting to compare both especially because adrian hates hegal but vilip loves them..😂

  • @sinclabs
    @sinclabs 3 роки тому

    Vilip... Another great video. Thx. Question, at a budget of $7500US what's better? MA352 or MA7200?

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +2

      From my way of thinking and listening - MAC7200. However, both are great - you can't choose wrong. Listen to them and one will be more appealing to you. Always listen if you have the choice and the chance.

    • @sinclabs
      @sinclabs 3 роки тому

      @@vilip119 Thanks for the reply... listening is a bit challenging right now. :-}

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +1

      @@sinclabs All good things come to those who wait - something good for the future. Stay Safe.

  • @erickort1987
    @erickort1987 2 роки тому

    my buddy thats a HIFI nut he knows all about home stereo electronics and rebuilding them and speakers,he i could find something cheaper and just as good as mcintosh power amps

  • @mojo2382
    @mojo2382 3 роки тому

    Gosh enjoy your reviews but please how about just a bit of music regards one(s) reviewing even if just a few minutes would be greatly appreciated

  • @rizaldymarcella5203
    @rizaldymarcella5203 3 роки тому

    I will take the MCINTOSH MA12000 and pair it with LEGACY AUDIO WHISPER XDS and LEGACY AUDIO GOLIATH Subs along with Sennheiser HD 800S.

    • @ChatGPT1111
      @ChatGPT1111 3 роки тому

      I’m going to pair mine with my Realistic 8-Track Player and Crosley Turntable. They’ll sound like something that costs well over $100!

  • @orwhat24
    @orwhat24 3 роки тому

    But how does it sound compared to the other extreme, say the 2 watt, $1,000 Decware?
    Run them both through something like a Klipsch Cornwall.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому

      Cornwall does not really have the resolution and would be the limiting factor. So any comparison would be coloured by the Klipsch.

  • @danielesbordone1871
    @danielesbordone1871 3 роки тому +4

    $19,000 for an integrated ? With that money , you can buy two mono Bryston 7b3's and probably throw in a BP 17 preamp too. Just my 25 cent opinion.

    • @Clyde177
      @Clyde177 3 роки тому

      I go with the mono blocks.

    • @johndavis16
      @johndavis16 3 роки тому

      Is it guaranteed that separates are always better than integrateds?

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer Рік тому

      Not everyone wants hundreds of pounds of junk all over the place with no audible sound difference.

    • @danielesbordone1871
      @danielesbordone1871 Рік тому

      @@Sloimer , hunderds of pounds of junk ??

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer Рік тому

      @@danielesbordone1871 yeah.

  • @repairfreak
    @repairfreak 2 роки тому

    Wow, looks and sounds like an incredible audio amp, can I trade my 1st born son for one, or donate a kidney? 😮

  • @nbk1943
    @nbk1943 3 роки тому

    11:31 naim and linn👀

  • @michaelmarshall1713
    @michaelmarshall1713 3 роки тому

    Streaming is nowhere as good as a proper recorded disc being record or cd . This has my interest though .

  • @8bitflea
    @8bitflea 3 роки тому

    This dude just said a 50k system is affordable 😂 what is he a crack dealer, 1200 for cables 🤣

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer Рік тому

      Gotta respect the hustle lol

  • @dominicdiclemente8877
    @dominicdiclemente8877 3 роки тому +2

    Wish I didnt like the sound of every McIntosh setup I have heard, I just hate the styling.

    • @ramsaybolton9099
      @ramsaybolton9099 3 роки тому +3

      Different outlooks are what makes it so much fun. I love Macs because of the looks and sound. Come on board ,man, you won’t regret it, plus you can close your eyes and open your ears and be enveloped in musical ecstasy.

  • @laurelhardy4064
    @laurelhardy4064 3 роки тому

    All that money and only 17 inputs? Kidding aside there no reason why a good designed integrated amp couldn't sound as good or better than separates.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому

      And sans the endless tweaking...

  • @thomasdonohue1120
    @thomasdonohue1120 3 роки тому

    I just wish you could actually lift the thing...

  • @mrpositronia
    @mrpositronia 3 роки тому

    It may be a lot of money, but you don't have to buy the power amps. That's much better value for money, in that respect. Or the DAC/streamer, for that matter!

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому

      It has DA-2 DAC - you do need to add a streamer.

    • @mrpositronia
      @mrpositronia 3 роки тому

      @@vilip119 oh well.

    • @vilip119
      @vilip119 3 роки тому +1

      @@mrpositronia DA-2 is $1000 USD installed. You can always get a Bluesound Node 2i and use the Digital Coax out to the DA-2. That's pretty Kick-ass.

  • @pennfootball71
    @pennfootball71 3 роки тому

    $14000

  • @derekkras
    @derekkras 3 роки тому +1

    this is the most boring channel , they talk for half an hour about sound without actually playing ,

    • @emanon321
      @emanon321 3 роки тому +5

      No need for you to torture yourself, sir. Just move on....