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I have seen some Interesting comments about Mcintosh lately

These comments come from here and a couple of other sites.

1.The only people that buy Mcintosh gear are one's that just don't listen.
2. Mcintosh is what rich people buy just like Mercedes Benz.
3. Mcintosh relies on generational buyers as a business plan.
4. Mcintosh is known for rebranding products and putting there name on it.
5. Mcintosh has great looks but uses cheap off the bin parts.

I can't think of another high-end company that have so many stereotypes about the brand. On the other hand I can't think of another audio company that has been in business as long.


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wedjr
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Not to sound hoity toity here because I'm now as poor as a church mouse but I have a pair of mc40 monoblocks, a C22 and an MX 130 processor,,, as well as a Rolex and. Patek Philippe. Comparing apples to oranges is fun but knowing what I know (having been in the jewelry business for my entire life) I'd say that McIntosh gear is between the Rolex and the Patek! They all last for ever when maintained and function worlds above other brands, respectively. 
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tostadosunidos
1,197 posts
 
testpilot, have you ever ridden in a Ferrari?  It's impressive in the way a lot of high-end audio equipment is.  One can actually "be into" cars and not just buy them for the imagined status upgrade.  Certainly some people are in the latter category but not all are.
wolf_garcia
6,734 posts
 
The "function worlds above other brands" is a silly statement, and patently untrue. Pateks and Rolexes are valuable (and relatively expensive) but not necessarily better at keeping time than many less precious mechanical watches, and McIntosh amps compete with far less costly things that are also well designed and sound astonishingly (and equally) good. Ever notice a Ball watch or Primaluna amp? An Oris, Jolida, or Vincent? Ever ride in a Mini turbo? Well, come on down!
tzh21y
1,654 posts
 
We all hear differently.  I have an mc275.  I think it sounds fantastic and is well worth the money.  I had audio research, my friend owns atma-sphere and it sounds great.  For the money, the mc 275 is a great value.  But to my ears, everything has to be right.  Especially power tubes.  Just tried shuggie treasures and they will not be my choice.  I like the old vintage tung sols.  Maybe it is just that this amp really likes vintage tubes.
phd
1,324 posts
 
If the American people knew what I have done, they would hunt me down and kill me and audiophiles are getting harder to please. Hold on! the mic is on and we are live? Ok, please disregard this previous statement. This is not about building better sounding gear but rather establishing a better relationship with you. So what is wrong with McIntosh gear?
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