mcintosh mc2500

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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    gdb wrote: »
    :lol:I caught that too, but, I wasn't gonna make any hay off it ! :lol:
    Sorry for the confusion and spelling mistakes, 102 fever has got me a bit foggy headed.
    There sure isnt a lot of Good Karma around here thats for sure.
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  • codyc1ark
    codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
    edited October 2012
    So, that chick on Revolution, I don't think we ever get to see enough of her cleavage...
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    codyc1ark wrote: »
    So, that chick on Revolution, I don't think we ever get to see enough of her cleavage...

    I agree
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,639
    edited October 2012
    gigbyt wrote: »
    Have your fun ,MODERATOR has been contacted.

    You do realize that the mod will likely delete your 70+ worthless posts and therefore this thread......oh, you didn't think about that one, did you?
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

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  • SDA1C
    SDA1C Posts: 2,072
    edited October 2012
    Someone needs to buy the moderators of this sight a friggin Philly/Cheese just for having to put up with this nonsense!

    GLWTS by the way. Nice amp but a bit steep in my book.
    Too much **** to list....
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  • jchouston
    jchouston Posts: 122
    edited October 2012
    This is a forum dedicated to speakers.

    It's not Federal Court.

    Some people really need to lighten up.
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  • halo71
    halo71 Posts: 4,603
    edited October 2012
    SDA1C wrote: »
    Someone needs to buy the moderators of this sight a friggin Philly/Cheese just for having to put up with this nonsense!

    GLWTS by the way. Nice amp but a bit steep in my book.

    I get such a kick out of your posts. Well sometimes....every now and then I guess. Lemme ask ya this though. In one sentence you complain about the "nonsense" in this thread. Then in the next sentence you take a dump in the OP's for sale thread saying his asking price is "a bit steep". That is nonsense! If you think his price is high you should keep your mouth shut because nobody asked you to open your book!
    --Gary--
    Onkyo Integra M504, Bottlehead Foreplay III, Denon SACD, Thiel CS2.3, NHT VT-2, VT-3 and Evolution T6, Infinity RSIIIa, SDA1C and a few dozen other speakers around the house I change in and out.
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    SDA1C wrote: »
    Someone needs to buy the moderators of this sight a friggin Philly/Cheese just for having to put up with this nonsense!

    GLWTS by the way. Nice amp but a bit steep in my book.

    From my research and knowing what friends have paid for the same amp and what they sell for at a local hi-fi shop,

    I would say my price is quite fair and on the low side. But, you know, stuff is only worth what someone else will pay for it ultimately.

    it wont break my heart if i end up keeping it for while, I love it, its just overkill for 105 db efficiency speakers.

    I'm looking to try out a pass labs aleph 30, so if anybodys got one i'd be interested in a partial trade deal.
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    weekend bump
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    midweek bump
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited October 2012
    " . . .actually you knew nothing".

    Wow . . . just wow!

    That's not a man to accuse of knowing nothing, giggy b.

    P.S.: maybe list it here? . . .http://www.flutterby.com/images/2012/10/01/hf_tool_sale.pdf
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    inspiredsports wrote: »
    " . . .actually you knew nothing".

    Wow . . . just wow!

    That's not a man to accuse of knowing nothing, giggy b.

    P.S.: maybe list it here? . . .http://www.flutterby.com/images/2012/10/01/hf_tool_sale.pdf
    (link credit thanks to by gdb)

    thanks for the bump:cheesygrin:
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited October 2012
    a "this amp will -ROCK YOU LIKE A HURRICANE-" bump:smile:
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    weekend bump
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    midweek bump....
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    Bump for the Weekend crowd
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    Nother Bump for the weekend Crowd, Any Offers!!!
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  • leftwinger57
    leftwinger57 Posts: 2,917
    edited November 2012
    One question .A guy posted here wanted to know if he should get a MAc 2300 or a Parasound amp.I told him that Jerry Garcia used 2300 in his guitar rig for years. My question is since you've owned the thing how is it as a home amp w/ the fans going and being
    nearly 150 lbs
    Yes Mac has it's fab rep but this just might be a bit much for a home system. Me personally I would love it and I previously said I would take Mac 2105 w/ 105w a side w/ the meters over my Acom at 200 watts a side but I am a sucker for those meters.
    2chl- Adcom GFA- 555-Onkyo P-3150v pre/amp- JVC-QL-A200 tt- Denon 1940 ci cdp- Adcom GFS-6 -Modded '87 SDA 2Bs - Dynamat Ext.- BH-5- X-Overs VR-3, RDO-194 tweeters, Larry's Rings, Speakon/Neutrik I/C- Cherry stain tops Advent Maestros,Ohm model E

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  • leftwinger57
    leftwinger57 Posts: 2,917
    edited November 2012
    I have a few questions about the amp.A poster here was deciding whether to go w/ Mac 2300 or a Parasound amp.I told him that Jerry Garcia used the 2300 as his power source for his live gig rig. Now since you've owned this thing how is it in a home setting. They
    have 2 fans going not to mention it weighs close to 150 lbs. So is it a fit for a house (no way for an apt) and given my amp the Adcom has 200wpc does anyone really need the juice that this puts out.It does look in great shape and as I have said before I might give up my Adcom for a Mac 2105 w/ the walnut case at 105 a side.
    2chl- Adcom GFA- 555-Onkyo P-3150v pre/amp- JVC-QL-A200 tt- Denon 1940 ci cdp- Adcom GFS-6 -Modded '87 SDA 2Bs - Dynamat Ext.- BH-5- X-Overs VR-3, RDO-194 tweeters, Larry's Rings, Speakon/Neutrik I/C- Cherry stain tops Advent Maestros,Ohm model E

    H/T- Toshiba au40" flat- Yamaha RX- V665 avr- YSD-11 Dock- I-Pod- Klipsch #400HD Speaker set-

    Bdrm- Nikko 6065 receiver- JBL -G-200s--Pioneer 305 headphones--Sony CE375-5 disc
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    In my home setting it is a wonderful amp and sounds great.

    The fans have 3 settings, thermally switched- low/high, and continous high.

    I have it set at low and have never once heard them come on, the amp just runs cool. I think it is a testament to its build quality, its built like a tank and weighs 129 LBS.

    I have run some lower sensitivty speakers(compared to k-horns)Polk monitor 10's/ SDA3.1tl's/ADS1230/1530's, and it ran them all effortlessly even at 120db volumes. the 1812 overture at 50 watt average output on ADS 1530's was breathtaking.

    The Blue meters are just icing on the cake to the robust performance this amp is capable of.

    There is something to say for never having to worry about having enough power and headroom even with difficult to drive speakers.

    I really don't need to sell it, it's just overkill for running K-horns but sounds wonderful doing it even at .005-.05 watt output.

    As far as it being a bit much, I think that everyone has their own opinion as to whats a bit much and whats just enough.

    There are plenty of folks who need this kind of power for their low sensitivity speakers.

    There is also a certain pride in ownership with MCINTOSH gear. this will not be MY last MCINTOSH AMP. I believe i will end up with

    mc30's or a mc275 eventually. I just have an itch I want to scratch with some Pass labs gear first.

    I hope i've answered your questions well enough, if you want to talk on the phone, PM me your number and i will be more than happy to discuss this amps merits whetther you are interested in buying it or not.

    if your in the boston area you are welcome to come hear it if you'd like.

    p.s. I too am a SUCKER for the blue meters.:smile:

    Regards,
    John S.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,639
    edited November 2012
    gigbyt wrote: »
    I have run some lower sensitivty speakers(compared to k-horns)Polk monitor 10's/ SDA3.1tl's/ADS1230/1530's, and it ran them all effortlessly even at 120db volumes.

    The math doesn't add up.

    McIntosh MC2500 - 500 watts per channel into 1,2,4 or 8 ohms

    Polk Audio SDA SRS 3.1TL's - 90dB @ 1 watt/1 meter

    Watts = dB

    1 = 90
    2 = 93
    4 = 96
    8 = 99
    16 = 102
    32 =105
    64 = 108
    132 = 111
    264 = 114
    528 = 117
    1056 = 120
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    I guess i wasnt clear enough for the math police. LOL., i ran them all effortlessly, some of them to 120 db.

    and actually the math would add up pretty close for the 3.1's, you forgot to add 6db for a second speaker and room gain.

    the mcintosh is also known to bench test at up to 650 wpc.

    THE DB readings were according to my rat shack meter, no telling how accurate it is as it has not been thru any certified calibration that i'm aware of.
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  • mrbigbluelight
    mrbigbluelight Posts: 9,774
    edited November 2012
    Uhm .... just a thought, but people are usually well advised to dust their gear before uploading pictures.

    Just a thought. GLWS.
    Sal Palooza
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    mrbigbluelight wrote: »
    Uhm .... just a thought, but people are usually well advised to dust their gear before uploading pictures.

    Just a thought. GLWS.

    I hear you, but when i took the pictures i did not see the dust at all, the camera flash really shined a terrible light on it though.LOL.
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    bump
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  • gigbyt
    gigbyt Posts: 145
    edited November 2012
    SOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cheesygrin:

    amp has been sold.
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