Mcintosh MAC7200 or Hegel H390 for a new pair of Kef R7 META


I'm about to pull the trigger on a new pair of Kef R7 Metas. Which amp would be a better match? I love the look of the 7200, but does it have enough power for these speakers? 

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@jastralfu ok thank you! I've heard the Hegel is very analytical sounding compared to the Mcintosh. I think the Mcintosh would be a big step up paired with those speakers. 

I’ve never heard any Hegel so I can’t speak to them but I do really enjoy my ma8900.  If you can, get out and listen to both so you know what you’re getting into.  You’re spending a good chunk of money make sure you get what sounds good to you.

The MAC7200 at 200 WPC into 2,4, or 8 Ohms will easily drive the KEF R7 Metas, which call for 15-250 Watts at 4 Ohms.

My 7200 is connected via a passive splitter to the TV antenna mounted in my attic and I listen to broadcast FM for several hours each night, and mostly stream during the day.

I'll probably upgrade the 7200's DA1 to a DA2 at some point, but am in no hurry.

The 7200 would make a fine choice - enjoy whatever sounds best to you!