Motif MC 7 or MC 8


I have an opportunity to purchase a Conrad Johnson Motif MC8 or an MC7. The MC8 is $700 and the MC7 is double that. Is the MC7 worth the added cost considering the dual mono configuration?
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I'm guessing that if your running a pair of mono amps, going with the dual mono MC 7 might make more sense. I'm also guessing that if your running into a regular stereo amp, perhaps the MC 8's lower cost might make sense. Just guessing though.
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