McIntosh...Whats the Hype!

[tropictour]

So whats the hype behind McIntosh car audio? Its really expensive but looks pretty generic IMO. Any experience/input?
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[Honkeytonk Monkey]

They look generic, so what? Since when were high end stereos made to be looked at. Listen to the equipment and you won't be asking this question

[MxRacer]

i didn't know apple made car audio stuff!

[Scooba Steve]

McIntosh makes really nice head units and amps, pricey but very nice! I personally prefer the classy look as opposed to the cheesy look with 37 different neon colors and swimming dolphin screensavers on a head unit.

[Batmobile]

I believe some McIntosh amps use tubes instead of solidstate technology

[Ray]

I believe some McIntosh amps use tubes instead of solidstate technology

Mmmm. Class D goodness

[Auto-X Fil]

They're local to me. It's true audiophile quality. Some of their lower-end stuff is in the Ford GT, so that gives you an idea of their market.

[tropictour]

They look generic, so what? Since when were high end stereos made to be looked at. Listen to the equipment and you won't be asking this question

Well I never said generic looking was good or bad. I personally agree with SQLSVT I prefer the generic look over the crazy neon flashing HU. Just getting a little input before I gain enough courage to call and find out what one of these bad boys cost. I'll post when I get more info.
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[tropictour]

OK just got off the phone with England Audio in Eugene, OR. He qouted me $1300 for the MX406 HU and $1800 for the MCC404 4 channel amp. Wow, if the HU is worth it I may slurge, as in if I would not have to buy another HU ever again. But for the amps I may research a little bit.
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[elcontouro]

i didn't know apple made car audio stuff!

oh thats just way to funny mcintosh has been making the best in audio since dave was in diapers and honkeytonkmonkey was just a gleem in a mooses eye