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Luxman - Shindo - Mcintosh ?

I am starting my research on a new (used) tube amplifier, and my budget is around $2.5K to $3.5K. I have a PS Audio BHK Pre, a pair of Altec Lansing Valencias (16 ohm), a Linn LP 12 turntable with Pass Labs XP15 Phono Stage which would make up the rest of the system. Kind of a new / vintage hybrid set up. I have a bunch of other gear, and will need to sell some off for this purchase.

Tube Amps that initially jump out at me are...
Mcintosh MC240 (serviced)
Luxman MQ 3600
Shindo Montille EL84
Any thoughts or recommendations would be welcome
Mark


















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jamesfokes
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https://parttimeaudiophile.com/2018/03/30/review-mcintosh-ma252-tube-solid-state-integrated-amplifie...
It is a hybrid.


isslewis
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I I have done some upgrades to the McIntosh MA252. Added Telefunken 12ax7’s and 12at7’s, they dropped the noise level down a bit. Then I added Synergistic Orange Fuse to the fuse holder. The pop’s now! 
wrm57
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@marktheshark 
So how's that Luxman working out with the Spatials? Been eyeballing it as a possible combo with the X3. Thanks.
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arcticdeth
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If you want some of the best tube amps anywhere,
bob carver new amps, 
 maybe a bit over budget, but are amazing and are lifer amps.
  300+ WPC from tubes is unheard of these days for the price point!

 Get the Raven 350’s n don’t look back. 
ejr1953
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I tend to be partial to McIntosh equipment, and in the early 1970's had the original MC275, which I'd recommend over the MC240, as there are many more of these available for purchase, and you can get a newer model.
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