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mcintosh MC 7270 or mc 7200

I am narrowing things down to several mac amps. I have a C39 pre, klipschorns. I am currently running tubes but have always loved the mcintosh gear. I had a MX132 and did like that but tubes took over. Now, I am staring a second system and have some mad money to play with. Once again, just looking for thoughts and opinions.
erictye
polk432
1,142 posts
 
I owned both. Loved both. You won't beat tubes.
rwalker25
16 posts
 
They sound identically. IMO.
zoya
120 posts
 
My set up is a little similar - C35 pre, SET 300B 8W/channel amp, and speakers some what similar to Klipsh cornwall. Before I switched to tubes I had MC 7100.
After I tried tubes I would not switch back.
I just wonder - 200 watts into klipschorns? How big is your room? This should be good for the stadium.
ts0711
91 posts
 
The 7270 is the better of the two IMHO, however it's old and tried... You can do a lot better with new gear for a fraction of the cost.
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dave43
108 posts
 
I think the MC7200 wins hands down over the MC7270. According to McIntosh, the 7200 was their attempt to compete with the big Krells and Levinsons of the day. The 7200's 200 watts sounds better than the 7270's 270 watts as I've owned both. For vintage SS McIntosh, it's hard to beat the MC7200 for the money.
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