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Headphone output on the Mcintosh C2200

I recently purchased a new Mcintosh C2200 (Frank Gow commemorative) from Audio Classics. I am extremely happy with it but find that the headphone output seems to be extremely low (I ahve to crank the level up to 60 or so to really hear it. Is this normal ?. Many thanks in advance.
dravid1
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stringreen
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Your Mac most probably doesn't use the same circuit for the headphones as it does for the speakers. It probably (like most components of this type) use a lower quality op amp to drive headphones. I, therefore, recommend the use of a seperate headphone amp.....much higher quality with no problems.
dravid1 OP
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Thanks for the input. Recommendations for headphones and a headphone amp are most welcome
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stringreen
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My favorite place is http://www.headphone.com/headphone-amps/amplifiers.php
dravid1 OP
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thanks!!
glenfihi
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Headphones may be more of a personal choice than speakers, that being stated I would easily recommend.....Grado { I have the Grado 325is}, Beyerdynamic, and B&W headphones. For a headphone amp the Schiit brand among a few others draw my attention. Your headphone input on your pre amp may preclude the need for a dedicated amp. With the proper headset impedance for your pre amp, you may find it too be excellent. Happy hunting.
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