I'm curious about McIntosh power amps. What makes them unique, and how can i replicate that in an amp modeler? I use Fractal Audio products (AxeFX-II, AX8) but I'd like to keep the discussion generalized so that people Using Line6, Kemper, Positive Grid, etc. can also benefit. All these platforms have a Flat Preamp model that includes a flat power section, I generally use a TWIN style model preamp and then the power section from the Flat Preamp model.
The one trick everyone seems to know is to turn off (set to 0) the Tube/Power Amp SAG to mimic the response of the solid state 2300. Beyond that I haven't seen a lot of advice relating to the Power Amp stage.
I personally prefer Jerry's early 70's tone where I believe he tapped the Twin Reverb Preamp into McIntosh Tube Amps, so advice on those would be most appreciated. Were they powered by KT88 tubes?
What is the role of Negative Feedback in a McIntosh amp? Is it similar to a Fender amp, maxed out like a MESA Boogie, or completely removed like a Matchless?
What other Secret Sauce goes into the McIntosh sound?
The one trick everyone seems to know is to turn off (set to 0) the Tube/Power Amp SAG to mimic the response of the solid state 2300. Beyond that I haven't seen a lot of advice relating to the Power Amp stage.
I personally prefer Jerry's early 70's tone where I believe he tapped the Twin Reverb Preamp into McIntosh Tube Amps, so advice on those would be most appreciated. Were they powered by KT88 tubes?
What is the role of Negative Feedback in a McIntosh amp? Is it similar to a Fender amp, maxed out like a MESA Boogie, or completely removed like a Matchless?
What other Secret Sauce goes into the McIntosh sound?