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Mcintosh C2600 preamp tube upgrade

I recently added the new McIntosh C2600 tube preamp to my system. It's paired up with the MC452 power amp along with Sonus Faber Elipsa speakers and Transparent interconnects/speaker cable.
I"m looking for some guidance with regard to upgrading the tubes in the C2600. Should I, or shouldn't I ? 
Also, what brand should I look for and where should I buy them. And finally, is this a diy upgrade or should I have it done at a audio shop? 
I appreciate any guidance all you audiophiles can offer
ad48170
ad48170 OP
15 posts
 
Thanks again for all your input. This will be a learning experience for certain
miketuason
337 posts
 
I have a C2300 with Telefunkn smooth plate for the MC phono and Gold Lion for The line stage with very good result.
ad48170 OP
15 posts
 
Thanks Mike, are the sonic improvements significant? 
miketuason
337 posts
 
Yes, it's significant. The clarity, sound stage, the transparency are very well improved, but you will only noticed this after you're done breaking in your C2600
ad48170 OP
15 posts
 
how many hours would you estimate for total break in? I'm only at about 50 hours currently and really haven't noticed any measurable change.
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