Just purchased a Musical Fidelity M6i Integrated Amp
Pycroft
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Hi all -
I just pulled the trigger on a used Musical Fidelity m6i integrated amp. I read reviews, know the name Musical Fidelity, and knew it would have enough umpff to drive my speakers. I'm excited to get it and start the listening process. I'll update when I get a chance to get my ears on it - probably end of next week sometime!
James
I just pulled the trigger on a used Musical Fidelity m6i integrated amp. I read reviews, know the name Musical Fidelity, and knew it would have enough umpff to drive my speakers. I'm excited to get it and start the listening process. I'll update when I get a chance to get my ears on it - probably end of next week sometime!
James
2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player
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Nice
Where did you get it? If you don't mind me asking.
We really love seeing pictures when you have them, but you know that! -
Nice!
Full report when you get time to settle in and become familiar with the sound!
H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music. -
That is a badass piece of equipment from what I understand. Congrats!!
And definitely pics!!2 ChannelTurntable - VPI Classic 2/Ortofon 2M BlueAmplification - Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II, Parks Audio Budgie PhonoSpeakers - GoldenEar Triton 17.2 Home TheaterDenon AVR-X3300W; Rotel RMB-1066; Klipsch RP-280F's, Klipsch RP-450C, Polk FXi3's, Polk RC60i; Dual SVS PB 2000's; BenQ HT2050; Elite Screens 120"Man CaveTurntable - Pro-Ject 2.9 Wood/Grado GoldAmplification - Dared SL2000a, McCormack DNA 0.5 DeluxeCD: Cambridge AudioSpeakers - Wharfedale Linton 85th Anniversary; LSiM 703; SDA 2A -
Congrats James! I'm sure it'll sound sweet - Musical Fidelity gets a lot of love around here."Science is suppose to explain observations not dismiss them as impossible" - Norm on AA; 2.3TL's w/sonicaps/mills/jantzen inductors, Gimpod's boards, Lg Solen SDA inductors, RD-0198's, MW's dynamatted, Armaflex speaker gaskets, H-nuts, brass spikes, Cardas CCGR BP's, upgraded IC Cable, Black Hole Damping Sheet strips, interior of cabinets sealed with Loctite Power Grab, AI-1 interface with 1000VA A-L transformer
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beleive me the research does not stop. you keep looking for reviews and other people's opinions to validate yours.....ha.Congrats man. The best part of buying a new piece is not having to research anymore.Amplifiers: Norma IPA 140, MasterSound Compact 845, Ayre v6xe, Consonance Cyber 800
Preamp: deHavilland Ultraverve 3
Dac: Sonnet Morpheus 2, Musical Paradise mp-d2 mkIII
Transport: Jay's Audio CDT2 mk2, Lumin U1 mini
Speakers: Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II
Speaker Cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Organic Audio Organic Reference 2
Interconnects: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Argento Organic Reference 2, Argento Organic 2
Power Cables: Argento Organic Reference, Synergistic Research Foundation 10 and 12 ga.
Digital cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2 bnc, Tellurium Q aes, Silnote Audio Poseidon Signature 2 bnc
Puritan PSM156 -
Any updates ? Did you receive that bad boy yet ?HT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
Cables-
Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable
Kitchen
Sonos zp90
Grant Fidelity tube dac
B&k 1420
lsi 9's -
Congrats James.
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I'm actually at a loss...
I bid on it at audiogon, it was accepted, I paid, but since the PayPal transaction cleared (which took forever) I haven't heard rom the seller. That was 3 days ago. It is an audio store, not an individual, and just today, another user left a negative comment - the first they received with more than 130 transactions. What should I do?
James2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player -
Do you have a phone number for the store?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 -
Or a location? Perhaps our members here could help out with a visit in person.
Tom~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~ -
Whatever you do, don't let it pass 14 days in case you want to claim your money back from Paypal
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I found the seller, tons of positive feedback since 2008 and still has 20 items listed. Perhaps the guy is in the hospital.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 -
Usually if I see something and the seller is a legit audio shop, I call them directly and buy it over the phone instead of going with 3rd and 4th party transactions. Cleaner that way, no additional fees, Visa protection, and you get to chat with the seller and ask some questions. Best part....all done in 5 or 10 minutes....not waiting days.HT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
Cables-
Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable
Kitchen
Sonos zp90
Grant Fidelity tube dac
B&k 1420
lsi 9's -
I'm actually at a loss...
I bid on it at audiogon, it was accepted, I paid, but since the PayPal transaction cleared (which took forever) I haven't heard rom the seller. That was 3 days ago. It is an audio store, not an individual, and just today, another user left a negative comment - the first they received with more than 130 transactions. What should I do?
James
Is the store in Atlanta?? :cheesygrin:
Seriously, depending on where the store is located, maybe there is a reason...
H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music. -
Here is the original listing:
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-musical-fidelity-m6i-integrated-amplifier-2014-01-24-integrateds-45429-kettering-oh?show_listing=true
It seems the store is located somewhere in Ohio. I will try to call in a few hours and see what i can find out. I'm not upset about it at all - I'm an understanding guy - I'm just hoping I get it in good condition when it comes - It seems the negative feedback that was just left had to do with a lack of communication, and sending an item that wasn't as described. Before this one bad feedback, it was 100% good, so I'm expecting that something is up - hopefully it's not 'Store went out of business - tough luck'. The payment was sent January 24th, and it cleared the 29th - so I have 14 days after January 24th to get money back?
James2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player -
I may not be up on the latest with PayPal, but my understanding has always been that they are useless at getting money back UNLESS the deal was done on eBay.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 -
Did you pay through paypal using a credit card? It sounds like it was an "e-check" though.
If using a credit card, you can try and reverse the transaction amount through them (Visa, MC......)
If you didn't use a credit card, it may be mcuh tougher to get the money back....
However, hopefully this is a "false alarm", and you will hear back from them on monday.....
Taken from a recent Audioholics reply regarding "Club Polk" and Polk speakers:
"I'm yet to hear a Polk speaker that merits more than a sentence and 60 seconds discussion."![:\](https://forum.polkaudio.com/resources/emoji/confused.png ":\")
My response is: If you need 60 seconds to respond in one sentence, you probably should't be evaluating Polk speakers.....
"Green leaves reveal the heart spoken Khatru"- Jon Anderson
"Have A Little Faith! And Everything You'll Face, Will Jump From Out Right On Into Place! Yeah! Take A Little Time! And Everything You'll Find, Will Move From Gloom Right On Into Shine!"- Arthur Lee -
I may not be up on the latest with PayPal, but my understanding has always been that they are useless at getting money back UNLESS the deal was done on eBay.
I've heard others having a tough time with getting money back if there's a confirmed delivery, i.e. the item was not described but was received. However, if there's no tracking number or delivery receipt, the OP has a better chance of getting their money back. Still, I always prefer to pay with a CC like an AMEX who would chargeback paypal without blinking, and paypal would just take the money from the seller.2Ch Tube Audio Convert -
I was always able to get back my money with Paypal, especially when the seller didn't respond to the dispute
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I called today at noon (they were open from 9-2:30). The phone rang 15 times before an answering service for the company. I gave them the story, my phone number. They didn't respond in the 2 1/2 hours left in their business day. I'm hoping there isn't something big going on with the business. Who knows. Anyone near to Kettering, OH, which is where Hanson Audio is located? Maybe they can shed more light. I'm guessing if I don't hear from them by Monday, I may be in trouble.
James2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player -
There a high end retail store located just outside of Dayton Ohio. You should be fine.
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Terrible story. I actually considered making an offer on the CRS+ they're listing.
Two Channel Setup:
Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
DAC: Arcam irDac
Source: iMac
Remote Control: iPad Mini
3.2 Home Theater Setup:
Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
Center: Klipsch RP-160M
Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
TV Source: DirecTV Genie -
There is a comment on Hanson's Facebook page from someone who visited their store this past Thursday the 30th, so they seem to still be in business. They have a very nice looking store, inside and out.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 -
MY MUSICAL INTEGRITY INTEGRATED ARRIVED
Poor communication, but it arrived in great shape! Here are my 'initial' impressions - based on one hour of listening -
It offered a much stronger, and richer bass extension. I didn't notice much in the way of mid's or high's from the previous setup. One thing I did notice was that it had a more 'digital' sound. I listened to some Pink Floyd 'Dark Side of the Moon' SACD, Metallica 'Black Album', John Coltrane 'Best of'. THe Coltrane to me sounded A Lot better and clearer. THe other two, stronger bass (Money from Floyd sounded awesome), but the mid's and high's had a more 'digitized' sound.
I thought the unit was a store unit, but looking back on the listing, it was listed as 'Store Display' unit, so maybe it has to be broken in?
One thing I need is a phono pre so I can hook the turntable up as this has no phono output.
One question - I always had my preamp plugged into the monster power conditioner, and had my amps plugged directly into the wire (I thought I remembered reading some time ago, that it was better not to plug amps into the power conditioner). Is there a preferred method for an integrated amp? Right now I have it plugged into the power conditioner.
James2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player -
Plug straight to the wall pal, that Monster PC imho adds a veil to the sound to some degree.
Never heard a MF piece ever being described as a digitalized top end....maybe a better match in cabling is in order.HT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
Cables-
Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable
Kitchen
Sonos zp90
Grant Fidelity tube dac
B&k 1420
lsi 9's -
MUSICAL INTEGRITY
Never heard of them.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 -
Plug straight to the wall pal, that Monster PC imho adds a veil to the sound to some degree.
Never heard a MF piece ever being described as a digitalized top end....maybe a better match in cabling is in order.
Same here - if anything, my A5 was reviewed as having a smooth top end - which I tend to agree with.
And agree with tonyb -different cabling can allow you to 'fine tune' overall synergy.
H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music. -
Musical Fidelity - smartass
I have AQ cables I think...Don't remember off the top of my head. I'm guessing it may have to be broken in some more. I'll report back in a week or so - I'll post some pics later today as well
James2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player -
Musical Fidelity - smartass
I have AQ cables I think...Don't remember off the top of my head. I'm guessing it may have to be broken in some more. I'll report back in a week or so - I'll post some pics later today as well
James
Which AQs? IC and speaker cables?
Even within AQs line, you can get some pretty wide swings in the tonal balance -some are brutally transparent (bordering on 'bright', imo) and others can be smooth as butter.
H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music. -
Hehe.....
It needs to burn in, give it a few hundred hours.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
