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    Looking for a record cleaning machine !

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    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

    in Solid State

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    On 3/18/2020 at 6:13 AM, garyrc said:

     

    You should get enough power, unless you really do want your head to explode.  Based on the in-room sensitivity figures, your integrated amp and the RF7s should provide at least 108 dB peaks at 13 feet in a normal room with a true 70 watts per channel, even with a fudge factor built in.

     

    I've heard the concerns about  the impedance dips causing the RF7s to need more "juice" than the specs imply.  I tend to trust Klipsch that the RF7s are 8 ohm compatible, but if you want to go with a big power amp, I'd stick with McIntosh, or perhaps one of the NADs that claim to be optimized for "4 or 8 Ohms."  As you probably know, you'll need to double the power to get a 3 dB increase.  

     

    This one -- the MC152 -- would give you a 3 dB increase, but I'm not sure it has autoformers: McIntosh MC152 Amplifier

     

    This one -- the MC312 -- would give you a 6 dB increase: McIntosh MC312 Amplifier

     

    If you really want to blow up your head, and you win the lottery (do the second first), McIntosh makes an MC2KW 3 piece mono block that puts out 2,000 watts continuous and up to 8,000 watts instantaneous peak.  McIntosh MC2KWOf course, you will need 2 complete sets (6 pieces) for 2 channel stereo, and produce super high SPL, but, as PWK once said, you should have a fire extinguisher handy.  The 6 piece set can be yours, if you shop around, for about $160,000.  `POW'

    Wow thanks for the info!  I’m guessing the Mac will have ample power to drive the RF7s, it’s in the shop new getting looked over and cleaned up, as far as those power amps I would definitely have to win the lotto! Haha

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    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

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    On 3/15/2020 at 11:27 AM, billybob said:

    Yes, was going to wait and see what you think about the RF-7's.

    Hope they suit your fancy. From recollection, you started with the Klf-10. Then a Cornwall(?), cannot recall all.

    At some point, and thinking you may know this, the commercial, or pro line may need be in your future.

    Just saying, may have to up your game, cut to the chase, so to speak on

    In any case... having fun is super cool too ... enjoy.

     

    Hi yes and I’m impressed you remember all my speakers lol, I do like the RF7s for sure, but I do miss the sound of my KLF 20s, mids  and highs were a bit more forward. Corns were ok not mind blowing lol 

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    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

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    On 3/14/2020 at 9:28 AM, wnabphil78@gmail said:

    Hi Bill, Yes the Luxman is a ridiculous amount of power to those speakers, I listen LOUD and I’ve never wee above 4, that amp is super powerful wayyy more that the RF7s need ans tons of headroom. A while back I had a lady selling a 117 for $400!!! But she decided to keep it sentimental I guess ughh.no one seems to want to buy the 115 though 🤷‍♂️.I have always wanna to dive into the McIntosh world so I bought a 2100 integrated which is coming today.

    I meant a 6100 not a 2100 

    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

    in Solid State

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    2 hours ago, willland said:

    So the R-115 sounded good with the 7's?  I had one paired with a pair of Fortes and it was a wonderful combination.  The Luxman's "only" 70w/ch punched way above it's weight class.  Great dynamics.  See if you can get your hands on an R-117 and you would be in for a real treat.  Literally unlimited headroom.

     

    Bill

    Hi Bill, Yes the Luxman is a ridiculous amount of power to those speakers, I listen LOUD and I’ve never wee above 4, that amp is super powerful wayyy more that the RF7s need ans tons of headroom. A while back I had a lady selling a 117 for $400!!! But she decided to keep it sentimental I guess ughh.no one seems to want to buy the 115 though 🤷‍♂️.I have always wanna to dive into the McIntosh world so I bought a 2100 integrated which is coming today.

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    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

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    27 minutes ago, billybob said:

    Think you could be happy. I read that article too. The manual is there and online elsewhere. If you got those sevens, while waiting, I could not stop myself from checking out that Luxman  R115

    with them. Enjoy and let know please... thanks

    Ive been using my Luxman with the RF7s, It’s a super powerful amplifier I barely go over 2 and The house shakes, I’m wanting to get into the Mac world for a while and still selling the luxman

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    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

    in Solid State

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    2 hours ago, Zack R said:

    Just so you know ---- integrated means that the pre amp and power amp are combined into one unit. When you say "power amp"  that's referring to a amplifier that requires some kind of preamp to send it a signal.

     

     

     

     

    Thanks! I guess I didn’t ask my question properly lol, I know this unit can be used as a pre amp as well juts was wondering what would be a good pair up for a power amp if I decided to boost the watts, make sense? 😂 

    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

    in Solid State

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    2 hours ago, billybob said:

    Did you get the manual?

    This should help...and 70 Mc

    Watts per channel...nice!

     

    https://antiqueradio.org/McIntoshMA6100IntegratedAmplifier.htm

     

    If need more power add a Mc amp...

    Wow that’s a great article thanks! I did not get the manual and the amp is coming tomorrow! It was missing the original wood box and glass was cracked, I purchased a new box and glass from audio classics I can’t wait to hear it! 

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    Please help Identify my RF7s series 1 or 2???

    in General Klipsch Info

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    2 minutes ago, wuzzzer said:

    If they just say RF-7 they're originals.  If they say RF-7 II they're IIs. 

     

    Originals have black dust caps on the woofers.  IIs have all copper woofers. 

    Ok thanks I Read that they made two versions of the series 1, one was more desirable. I guess the difference was wood or plastic in the front 🤷‍♂️

    What is a good power amp for a McIntosh 6100.

    in Solid State

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    1 hour ago, jimjimbo said:

    Your MA6100 is an integrated amp with 70 watts per channel.  Do you plan on using it as a preamp only into another power amp?  What speakers are you driving by the way?

    I plan on using it as an integrated amp for now unless I need more power, I have Klipsch RF7s series one now so I may not need the extra power 

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