Scott Gardner wrote:
I'm interested in purchasing some Mcintosh tube gear, and am
particularly curious about the MX-110 tube tuner/preamp. I was
wondering if anyone here has heard one in person and can compare the
sound to a separate Mcintosh tuner and preamp.

Basically, I'm looking at either a C20 or C22 preamp with an
MR 65/67/71 tuner, or this MX110 combined unit. The MX110 is more
cost-effective, but I don't know if there's a big sound difference
either way.

Something to factor into your decision is that separate components lend
themselves better to swapping for the purpose of comparison, until you
hit on a combination you like. On the other hand, the combined
tuner/preamp would probably be more convenient.

I'd also look at the specimens themselves: What condition are they in,
have they been recently serviced by a competent tech to assure
factory-spec operation, things like that.

Finally, do you have a try-before-you-buy option?

Cheers,
Fred
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