Serenity Now... (latest revision)Tom - It's been about 4 months since I owned the Calypso/Mac system, and this system is still very new to me, so it's somewhat tough to compare. I haven't had much time to experiment with the new s... posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Thanks Tom... It's system's like yours that I use to justify feeding my audio addiction. Every time I've tried to downgrade I regret it. The McIntosh MA2275 is a very nice integrated & I would defi... posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)System edited: My experiment with trying to simplify my system with integrated amplification was relatively short lived (3 months). I'm back to tube separates and all is well again! This go-around ... posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
First attemptGreat looking room! However, I agree with Jazzzfan67 that you can do much better than the MF gear. My experience with MF lead me to believe they are big on appearances, but sound and dependability ... posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Just the Music Remains.Awesome system... great job! posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Music and Home Theater In OneVery nice system. I've always coveted and have wanted to try the Devore Silverbacks as well as the VAC Avatar Super. posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Zu Druid 2 channel systemLove the look of the saltwater aquarium. I noticed you have no cover on the tank... no fish?Nice gear too. Have always wanted to try a low powered tube amp with high efficiency speakers. posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)System edited: Simplified things by selling my separates and moving to an all tube integrated. The McIntosh MA2275 is awesome with my Harbeth's... excellent synergy and plenty of power! I'm very ha... posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Loving My OwnVery nice... great gear in an aesthetically appealing setting! posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Luna - The 40.1's bass is very full and could be percieved as somewhat boomy I guess... but it's a very well integrated speaker IMO. Much better sounding than any speakers that I've used in the pas... posted almost 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Luna - I've not heard the HL5's, but can tell you that the 40.1's have very robust bass response and good dynamics. Your room size will be fine for the 40.1's IME. posted almost 14 years ago | View comment | |
chrisdscott's stereoYour wife is a saint! posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Srwooten - I recommend white label Amperex in the 6922 slots. In the 12AX7 slots, I've had good luck with both Mullard CV4004 Platinums (neutral and full bodied), as well as Telefunken smooth plate... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)System edited: Rolled some more tubes in the McIntosh MC275: Replaced Mullard CV-4004 Platinum's with early 1960's vintage Amperex Bugle Boy 12AX7's. The Bugle Boy's are more transparent & forward ... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)The Mac tube amp sounds beautiful... and yes it is better sounding than the Plinius amp. I'm still experimenting with tube rolling, but with my present tube configuration of my pre and amp, the sou... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Sam - I tried the Tele smooth plates in the amp, and the sound was similar to the RCA 5751 TMBP's in that the sound was very dynamic and forward sounding in comparison to the Mullard CV 4004 platin... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Fridays' systemCongrats on your cool setup. A really sharp looking room and awesome speakers. I'm impressed that the Mac MC 275 is able to drive those massive Egglestons! Are you using any special NOS tubes with ... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Feed the Passion, Live the DreamOMG those are beautiful speakers! Classy looking set up... nice clean lines... very well done! posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)I tried NOS RCA 5751 TMBP's but found them to be too forward sounding for my tastes. posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)I'm using the stock SED KT88's, with NOS Sylvania TMBP 12AT7's and NOS Mullard CV 4004's in the 12AX7 slots. I had some NOS Mullard & Telefunken 12AX7 smooth plates on order with a tube dealer, but... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)System edited: Added a McIntosh MC-275 MK V tube amp and a vintage Sansui TU-919 tuner. This is my first tube amp! Runs cool and sounds wonderful, especially with classical and acoustic music. The ... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Small Room Tube RigVery strong! Great looking room and great choice of gear... particularly impressive for someone that considers themselves new to the hobby! posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Hi Fi LifeI love the finish on your Devore's... what a great looking speaker! Nice looking room too. posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Audio DestinationOne of the best looking rooms & systems on Audiogon! Love the custom room treatments. posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
VAC, Vitus, and MontanaOne of the best looking rooms & systems on Audiogon! Love the custom room treatments. posted over 14 years ago | View comment |