First encounter with stereo equipment was 1968, Yokuska Japan, building A33. Every Japanese Stereo manufacturer was on display, clean, well lit. They all had lots of knobs and switches, dazzling backlit displays. The display stands were large round circles that drew me into their glowing wonders. Sleek black/chrome blue light wonders. Some had terminals and switches for up to 3 sets of speakers. Abundant brochures from each company, touting the virtues and attributes of each unit.The American manufacturers were haphazardly placed on a table, unlit. There was a total of 3 pieces on the table, an Acoustic Research receiver and integrated unit. One piece by Lafayette or Harmon Kardon. All were transistor, there were no brochures.I chose a Pioneer SX525 over a JVC Nivico. There was zero McIntosh on display. Years later the disparity of the displays has me still wondering about the difference in the displays. 5 years later I replaced the Pioneer with a Acoustic Research integrated unit, a big upgrade at the time.
N80, integrated puts it all under one hood, separates give you a lot of flexibility. No mater what choice you make, enjoy the music, that is why we are here.
N80, integrated puts it all under one hood, separates give you a lot of flexibility. No mater what choice you make, enjoy the music, that is why we are here.