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New McIntosh MA 8900 Integrated amp

Does anybody have any experience, or know of any professional reviews?  This new model is intriguing to me because it offers an upgrade-able DAC module, as well as both MM and MC phono inputs, and home theater pass through.  Also has good power at 200 wpc.  If the audio quality is there, I like the way this unit could reduce the clutter and cabling that would go with connecting a separate DAC and phono stage.   Also, I've never bought a McIntosh product, so does anybody know if dealers ever discount?  This particular unit is not available for online sales.

http://www.mcintoshlabs.com/us/Products/pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=integratedamps&ProductId...
mtrot
gryphongryph
398 posts
 
Have you checked Accuphase ?
The e-470 integrated is in the same class as the McIntosh, also Accuphase has some fantastic pre amps, not sure about pricing in the US, as they differ a great deal country to country.
Good luck with your search.
mtrot OP
804 posts
 
Thanks, those Accuphase are beautiful pieces. They seem to be more of an "old school" approach than the McIntosh units. It also looks like you have to pay separately for DAC and phono input modules.   Also, I can't find any info on US dealers.  If there are no local dealers, that is a problem for me, as I am not particularly tech savvy and experienced.
greginnh
382 posts
 
There are plenty of US dealers. Call Ivan Messer at Legend AV for the best deal on Accuphase.
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