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Speaker suggestions to go with MAC gear please

Hi all. I've recently acquired a McIntosh C2200 tube pre and MC2102 tube amp and am looking for suggestions for speakers that mate well with these two. I currently have VA Beethovens which I do like alot but am looking for something different to try. My budget is up to $5K new or used. I mainly listen to vocals, older rock, acoustical music. Actually vocals are the most important aspect. I'd like to hear the singer in the room with me.

The other gear which I will use is Cary 303 (which will be next to go as the upgrade money allows); Music Hall mm-7 for vinyl and Cardas GF cables.
Thanks! Mike.
michaela
unclejeff
1,313 posts
 
i also own the 2102. I love it. I suspect you will lean more to the Tannoys over the B&W. Also, see if there is a local KEF dealer. At this stage, I am leaning marginally toward the new Kefs even over the
Tannoy. I won't be making my decision until I remodel as I first weant my room accoustics in place.
aball
2,016 posts
 
I auditioned the C100 and MC352 on Tannoy D700s and was very very impressed. Everyone in the dealer came around to hear the event. It was the most popular setup there although definately not the most expensive.

I however don't really like B&W with McIntosh. I favor the richer sound the Tannoys offer, not to mention their excellent efficiency for tubes. You have great taste - the C2200+MC2102 combo is a heck of a pair. Good luck
Arthur
hassel
248 posts
 
Michaela,
your Vienna Acoustics speakers are, in fact, a very good match with the McIntosh-combo - I listened to it when buying the McIntosh combo I have. Go and listen to the speakers you were advised to listen to - but be sure you do not buy sth only for the thrill of buying sth different. In order to get a noticably better sound than with the Vienna Acoustics speakers, you'll have to spend more than the 5000 $ you want to spend, I'm afraid
michaela OP
314 posts
 
Hi all again, you've given me even more to think about.

While I certainly love the VA Beethovens it's a case of is the grass greener on the other side? I wouldn't replace them without being sure it would be a big step up. It does look like I'll have to make it a point to listen to the Tannoy speakers and I did a little reading on the Legacy Focus 20/20 which seems like a great speaker but the closet dealer is about 3 hours away. I also plan to check out the new KEF's as I read some great reviews about them too.

Thanks again everyone, that's why this site is the best.

Mike.
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