C2700 vs Vincent Audio SV-237MKII
The SV-237MKII's power @ 8ω is 150W against the C2700's 100W, its signal-to-noise 90 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.100% against 0.080%. Both share class (AB).
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The McIntosh C2700 is a 2-channel vacuum tube preamplifier that combines classic design with modern technology, featuring 16 inputs (9 analog and 7 digital) for versatile connectivity. The preamp utilizes five 12AX7A and one 12AT7 vacuum tubes to provide warm, rich sound quality and supports high-resolution audio files up to DSD512. A DA2 Digital Audio Module comes installed, allowing for easy upgrades and compatibility with a wide range of digital audio formats. The unit includes multiple balanced and unbalanced inputs/outputs, tone controls, and a headphone output with HXD technology. Its robust build features a sleek design, while showcasing McIntosh’s high standards in audio performance and craftsmanship.
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Size, weight, and appearance
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The SV-237MKII's power @ 8ω is 150W against the C2700's 100W, its signal-to-noise 90 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.100% against 0.080%. Both share class (AB).
The MA5200's signal-to-noise is 95 dB against the C2700's 100 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.080%, and its weight 16.8 kg (37 lbs) against 13.4 kg (30 lbs). Both share power @ 8ω (100W).
The RA-1592MKII's power @ 8ω is 200W against the C2700's 100W, its signal-to-noise 103 dB against 100 dB, its thd 0.008% against 0.080%, and its output voltage 1.9V RMS against 8.0V RMS.
The MA252's signal-to-noise is 97 dB against the C2700's 100 dB, its thd 0.030% against 0.080%, and its weight 12.7 kg (28 lbs) against 13.4 kg (30 lbs). Both share power @ 8ω (100W).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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