Trying to make an informed decision on a McIntosh receiver. Long story short, had my heart set on the 6700, but wasn't certain I would be happy with only the two tone controls (bass/treble), so I asked my MAC dealer if I could demo the MA7900 as well, since it includes the 5-band equalizer. I realize the 7900 is NOT a receiver, but if the equalizer proved to be that important, I would have went with separates. Dealer didn't have 7900 in stock, but said he'd order it IF I would committ to purchasing one or the other. I declined because I felt this was putting me in a bad situation. What if I didn't like either? Isn't that the purpose of a demo? Maybe I'm too sensitive, but his "arrangement" made me mad, and I said, "no way."
So, now I'm looking at purchasing a used McIntosh receiver. My research tells me that people are really hot on the 4100/4200. These are older models. There is a later model, the 4300v (I have no idea what the "v" stands for), but I can't find any reviews on either anywhere!
The interesting thing about these models is that they have the 5-band equalizer.
I'll be using the receiver to power my efficient Cornwall III's.
I realize many of you are not receiver enthusiasts. I also have a wi fi radio that I connect to my current system which works great. I listen to the radio (both FM and AM) a lot, so a receiver appeals to me. I am tied to the Internet in many ways, but I like being able to be free of it it some areas.
Any input you could provide on these McIntosh receivers would be greatly appreciated.