Did McIntosh Pay Me For My Review Of The 901 Amplifiers?
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- Was I paid to review the Mcintosh 901 mono amplifiers? Did I get money to put out a good review? find out if this was the case!
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Jay I don't blame you for not doing extended TH-cam sound clips - IMHO the reason you may not be getting a lot of clicks on them is that folks "in the know" realize that the sound they hear at home cannot in any full sense replicate the sound of YOUR system in THEIR rooms through THEIR systems no matter how good they are. The material that we are hearing on your TH-cams is necessarily interpreted by our equipment and there is no way we can get a full measure of what YOUR system sounds like. I get a chuckle when I read that someone says what a great sounding system ANY reviewer has :-)
Hey Jay,
I'm an educator of audio technology in New York City. I appreciate your videos and never doubted your authenticity. I always liked your attitude and demeanor. Keep it up, brother. 🤘
I appreciate that!
I agree with your McIntosh review 100%. I've owned the McIntosh mc 402 and c 2600 for many years and have derived countless hours of enjoyment. As I've said over the years it's easier to condemn and criticize what y'all don't accept, understand or can afford.
We can afford them but my wife worked in Silicon Valley for ten years and she cannot stand the old technology and the space they take up.
Why would Mac pay you? Is a thumbs up from you supposed to drive sales? They can’t keep up with demand as it is. In any case the 901s already enjoy a stellar reputation. Wish they’d make a smaller version.
It would be interesting if they decided to try at developing an even higher sound quality amplifier
They do! It is called the MC 451. It is 1/2 the power of the 901. 150 watts in the tube section and 300 watts in the solid state section.
Newbie and all that high end gear sounds great .. 😮 😊
@@billrobertson2437 I’m familiar with the 451s but 1. Not the same look, 2. Not the same flexibility, 3. Not particularly well reviewed, 4. The SS section is (apparently) based of the MC312 and that amp isnt so impressive. I owned it. The 462 is another beast entirely.
If you think about it, anyone who can afford these 901s, will surely demo them first, and probably bunch of other ultra high end amps, and they can hear the difference for themselves
Btw mcintosh is not some brand trying to make a name, evreyone knows mcintosh , and even if you don't know mcintosh and for some weird reason you want to buy 901s as your first amp, you still will demo it !
Loved your review jay, keep going man
Yeah, there’s an Italian reviewer who aired a demo on YT of the 901’s together with the Aida II’s, and I was absolutely floored. For us poor people, would you consider reviewing some of MAC’s integrateds such as the MA12000 and compare it against comparably priced gear (e.g. Boulder 866, Gryphon 666, oops, 333)?
I tested the MA12000 against the Boulder 866. 866 is on a different level except midrange and tuby highs (warmth). Everything else it is just 😮
Really appreciate you going through all the work on the demo videos. I mean it is nice to listen to them, but it is your analysis of what you hear in the room that is why I’m here for.
Glad you like them!
@@jaysaudiolabAbsolutely. What you do is so unique. Big thank you for all you do 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Some people are so ridiculous and jealous. How about take the channel and the review at face value and move on. Jay has said this a million times, why he has done what he is doing, and he has mentioned his opinion on McIntosh in the past. Jay has said that this is a business for him and when it stops being one or isn't worth his time, he will stop. Jay has said anyone that has a certain number of subscribers is operating a business. OC Mikey has said the exact same thing, it's a business. I respect the both of them for different reasons and yes people give Mikey crap as well, for some success makes others unhappy.
Jay is covering the High-end, not the low end, not the middle end, but the High-end. He has been gracious enough to mix it up with lower end products, but he has said that he won’t live there. Jay has never told anyone that they have to buy or live at his level, but some can’t stand others getting ahead, because of their own inferiority complex. Let's help this man, subscribe, and tell others and support his efforts.
Jay has been incredibly transparent and still people hate, it’s ridiculous. Let’s come together and support this man and his commitment to both his passion and dedication to his craft. Jay is correct, if you are on the inside and get a dealer discount, at least with Audio Research, you must keep that product for a period of time before selling, otherwise your discount is gone. Get a life or move on, for the rest of us we will just enjoy the content. My rant is now over!!!
Thank you for your comment and support. I appreciate it ❤
Jay, in your journey you have exposed us to many different high end amps that in most cases were more expensive than the MC 901. I am sure that there is a lot of disbelief out there as many people do not have a positive opinion of Mcintosh. Congratulations for your bold move to test the MC901 and prove that Mcintosh is a relevant brand in the high end space.
Well said!
This is why I like him. It’s like talking to a neighbor of mine. He puts it in simple terms and is believable. 🙏🏽
Thanks
I have always found that you provide outstanding content. Very few can detail what it is like to live with these aspirational products the way you do. No one is better at giving a glimpse as to what the pros-and-cons of owning such pieces of audio exotica are. There is plenty to find on budget audio, but not on the iconic brands that frequent your lab.
As for me, I do not watch the sound clips, I find them to be a turn off and not a good use of my time.
For me to fairly evaluate what you are hearing I need to be listening to things in your room with your electronics, speakers, and cables. Piped through my media PC to my HT setup or headphones just can't cut it. Despite being competent they do not do such products justice. So, I do not bother. That being said, the work you do and the insights you can give are invaluable. I appreciate all the time and energy you invest in these videos. Many Thanks.
Much appreciated. Thank you for following my madness.
I don’t hate McIntosh but any company that sells a $50 branded clock for $1800 hates their customer base.
Or they really understand them.
Answer: You buy for pennies on the dollar then sell for higher price. But they don't pay you is your alibi. Unless you are just super wealthy that buys at full price then resells at a loss for fun. Wealthy people don't become wealthy by wasting money like that so i'm going to assume the former is correct.
Kay keep up the great work! I have the McIntosh MA12000 integrated amplifier and I love it. When I went to hear this integrated at a reputable dealer near Toronto Canada, the 901s were sitting on either side of the MA12000 and all I can say is wow! They sound incredible and they look the part!
Thanks, will do!
All people have to do is listen to the McIntosh and they will understand. They sound great
My respect and admiration for what you do. Brutally honest and all with your own resources. Keep on the great job; you are a TH-cam asset.
You are a brother, Jay! You speak with honesty, passion, and a wealth of knowledge. I love your energy and common sense. McIntosh is iconic for a reason, some of the best and brightest have engineered outstanding quality for over 75 years.
Jay, I like the TH-cam shorts and the small snippets of what's going on. Not interested in A:B sound clips and never was, and fully support what makes sense for you and your business.
Much appreciated
When you resell are you not making a profit? Fine line denying collecting checks. Free world but you do seem to benefit in many ways by servicing the industry. Also your ability to resell would be impacted by a negative review.
And he could be getting good discounts on retail prices.
Spot on! If Jay reviews a product negatively, he cannot sell that product. No one will buy it as a consequence of that negative review. So, the bottom line is that Jay cannot provide a totally objective review that is does not shine a positive light on the product.
Well done and said Jay....Thank you
My pleasure
The Telus Amps and Pilium Monos would be great fun to see in the Lab
Maybe
I doesn’t seem like long ago you were trashing McIntosh. What ever happened is what I would like to know.
Hola Jay, I am puertorrican from San Juan and has followed you for quite some time. I am not going to invoice you for this advice😊. You spend a lot of time justifying yourself on your channel about your dealings with the manufacturers and/or dealers for the products you select to review. That they are insanely expensive and not for everyone is a fact. It was your decision to cater to that audience for better or worse and I accept that, good for you. Why you spend such inordinately amount of time, yours and ours, explaining to some of your viewers your decisions and motivations is beyond me! It’s like you feel guilty for doing what you do and must search for validation from your peers. Don’t do that anymore. This people couldn’t care less about your integrity, intentions or motivation. They only feel good when they hurt others that have accomplished what they want and can’t achieve. And you will make us happier not having to waste anymore time listening to the same crap anymore. Spend the time we share with you on your channel talking about audio equipment, music and industry trends. I am sure you will be pleased with the results. Nos hablamos en la proxima.
Muchas gracias !
Keep rockin Jay!!!!! Love my McIntosh
I’m one that LOVES McIntosh! Can’t wait for a facility tour video
And ? I couldn’t care less. If they do then it means they respect you. It’s an honor. These guys have been building fantastic amps for 75 years. I don’t think they do, they just like you and what you’re doing about high end audio.
To be fair. (For whatever reason) one of your videos that stick out in my head is one where you were kind of "hating" on the brand. Though you still gave the brand some level of respect because it has earned it.. you did say something to the effect that the price is in the name and lights.
Man i love how raw you are, it was nice meeting you at axpona.
Well said Jay. Maybe the haters of these very fine amplifiers would like to tell us what equipment they are using ...keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
other day they were there for the long haul, now---eventually they'll be in the box. I think you need 2 listening rooms---one for the channel, one for your enjoyment (downtime as you put it)...then you can keep the superior brand!
Agreed
Jay, forget the haters. You gotta grow your subs! Haters are envious to see you progress your room so fast. Grow the channel with help from others😮
I appreciate that
Very few companies research n build tube amplifiers and solid state anplifiers for years.
They have plenty of experience in this field, so, combining tubes n solid state in one chasis is no surprise in bringing the best of both worlds...
901👍
Well said
Excellent video Jay. Your passion for this hobby is clear. No one would do what you do if they did not love it. I know it is a lot of work. I'm personally waiting to see either the BHK 600 mono's or the FR30 speakers in your lab. I feel there is some hi-level value from PS Audio.
Thanks man. I am waiting to hear from PS audio
Remember Jay.. It's the haters that say you are paid too.. ;) Just ignore them :)
Truth hurts
Macintosh are overrated overhyped overpriced POS garbge
Dead dull lifeless dark murky foggy listen
Even Jay hates them because he prefers bright magico Gryphon so d, not this warm POS junk.
I presently own two pieces of McIntosh Home Audio gear (C500 preamp & MEN 220 Room Correction) and love them both. I really liked their car audio amps and Head Unit gear back in the day.
Thanks for sharing!
I’d love to hear more mcintosh amp reviews as they are few and far between. Something like thr entry level stuff , MA352 , MA8950 , MA9500. Would be good to know the differences! Thanks Jay
Jay now you have to get those new Audio Research 300 watt monos and see how they sound. Audio Research asking more money for those amps over the Macintosh. Tubes rule my brother 😂
May I ask you what is your main job to allow you to buy such expensive products..? I’m just curious, don’t intend to get into your business, just asked out of curiousity (no problem if you don’’t want to tell..) Anyway nice channel, thanks
Surprise for the end of music videos
Estoy 100% de acuerdo con tu revisión, soy dueño de unas MC 901 y son realmente maravillosas un amplificador para siempre! Saludos
Don't beat your self up...! We are very lucky to have you and your approach and zest in your applications are top class👍😊
I appreciate that!
McIntosh tour would be sick.
I am confused. Don’t know who or what made you angry but you should not get in front of a camera in that aggressive mood. It just does not look good on you.
Nope…..Mcintosh doesn’t need to pay anyone. They’re freaking good…..that’s it.
Good does not equate to Great or BEST
I understand your point but I think good, is more objective as a description of the brand than great or best….Ìm a McIntosh owner and lover for decades, so to me they are the greatest….but that’s very subjective and therefore irrelevant and worthless.
@@davidcross890 Right, good as in mid-fi. Definitely not great or best.
@rfoliente1 You missed his point.
Overrated overhyped overpriced ripoff macintosh
You get an extra good deal to buy them. They likely know that you’ll talk about them on your channel. Then you make money when you sell them. So indirectly, there is financial gain. Saying if it that way would actually be “full transparency”.
You ARE collecting checks lol !! You are selling the amps for a profit . Along with everything in your room . You are not going to sell the amp if it is crap . How are going sell it? If it the greatest amp you ever owned ? Patt cash ! lol come on Jay !
If you like these you should try a Burmester pre and amp....need both together. I have the 088 now and the 911 MK3 but they are coming out with a new amp called the 218 that will be the successor to the 911.ONLY Downside to BM is they like banana more than spades since the biding post twist knobs get in the way to get around most spades.
Great video Jay. Wayyy too many haters out there. I just picked up the baby brothers to the MC901's, the MC451's. They sound great! I considered the 901's but ultimately they were physically too large for my setup, but I'd love to have that extra power!
Lots of haters for sure. Enjoy your amp !
Even if they did pay you, I trust your opinion. You are big enough to tell it like you experience it, regardless
It’s probably no coincidence that the amplifiers that at the moment make you forget about the others in your lab employs tubes…and not for the bass frequencies
Please, could you answer me, what are those metal discs located on the tops of your equipment? Thanks.
We enjoy your channel. Don’t sweat the haters, they are like swarming locusts. That is some cool equipment indeed.
Lmao 😂 overrated overpriced overhyped macunt😅
Awesome job Jay 💯👊👊👊🎶
Appreciate it!!
If Jay can pay for Boulder and those other crazy expensive amps, speaker’s, and DACs…. he can afford the McIntosh lol. The fact he is reselling them proves he owns the equipment
Exactly my point ❤
All you fools listening to him jibber-jabber we all know that the truth is that he's actually paid by the smooth jazz cartel. Everything he does is ultimately to sell us on smooth jazz vinyl. I mean if you watch his mesmerizing hands you will see he's doing smooth jazz hand moves. Hehehehe 😂😊😊😊 love ya man!
Lol I thought you were being serious
@@jaysaudiolab dude I'm never serious! I am very silly. Never really taking me seriously. I don't take myself seriously. Stay loose! Love your stuff!
Haters will always hate. Because they are envious. You have had some of best products money can buy in your lab. Things many of them could/can only dream of. Do you brother do you brother and let them hate.
Exactly
Master Po: It is written in the 'Tao Te Ching', "Under heaven, all can see beauty as beauty only because there is ugliness. All can know good as good only because there is evil. Therefore, having and not having arise together. Difficult and easy complement each other. High and low rest upon each other. Front and back follow one another."
More to this video than a Mac review . Nicely done
More to come!
First thank you for your service. Some of those longer videos chop then into smaller segments. Gotta trust your ears. I know I’m on the right piece when I find myself not judging, just enjoying the music. Nice piece, but enough time spent on haters.
Agreed
Jay, I knew this was going to happen and the McIntosh haters responded as expected. Experience and integrity is your currency, and I know that components from any brand must perform well to earn your respect and endorsement. Stay strong, and know that you are appreciated.
Thank you
Thank you for your hard work!
My pleasure!
I think you should definetely update your intro clip, as it looks like it was from 2015. And the voice is very quiet overall, and especially compared to deafening intro. Completely no offense, my recommendation so you would be better!
Jay, great content and no more long sound clips. I don't have the time listen to TH-cam compression sound.😂
I understand
i haerd the litlle Ma 7300; not bad at at with sonus faber; i could live with that sound
A pretty significant video in many ways. Thanks Jay..well said
Glad you enjoyed it
Oh and jay if you do some top 10 videos they will really help getting more views and new subs
Can you review the Accuphase A300 Monos?
There’s a possibility
This guy is a massive placebo effect reviewer as seen by his talk of cables. But whatever makes it “sound” better to him is all that matters.
Hey Jay,
I'm subscribed and I always hit the like button because I enjoy seeing and learning about audio equipment that I can't afford and listening to your honest review about said equipment.
I don't have a TH-cam channel, but I really want McIntosh to send me a pair of free of 901s. I have no pride. Invite me over and I'll talk-up McIntosh 901s all day long and night. They are the best! None better!
I'll buy breakfast, lunch, dinner and midnight snacks....... lol! Just kidding, lol!
Why not just disclaimer the review? I bought these amps with my own money, Mcintosh did not request a review nor am I affiliated with Mcintosh. No follow up vid needed.😊
I just can’t wrap my head around the toxic in the (mostly by Americans) comments, that any payed review are flawed. In my experience people that have bought a product (with no return oportunity) will defend their purchase with claws and antlers like theire life depend upon it - you are one of the few exceptions, Jay, and I respect that a lot. Keep it up, Jay. 👍🏻🙂
Please review some Burmester gear 😄
I can't believe someone would ask such a thing - especially considering your channels vision statement.
They do it all the time
Brave Video, Jay...I admire you for doing this....
I appreciate that
You usually find it's jealousy.
Love your platform. 👍
Yes, thanks
I actually was going to buy the 901's because it looks amazing and for the good sound reputation, but then Jay said Mcintosh is midfi and now I am just confused with no answers. Or am i..
Nope don’t be confused. These amps are amazing
Well we know that McIntosh didn’t reach out to you because you bought the amp when you didn’t have speakers that were compatible 😬.
Might as well get into the unboxing video game, more content, more clicks!
True !!
Jay, it's wonderful to know you are the most underhanded salesman of all time. The world needs more underhanded salesmen and we need much less authenticity among audio enthusiasts. We now have that in you and we need nothing else. Please keep doing those backroom deals. You will be explosively profitable and that's all that matters to us.
If any of you youtube reviewers were genuine you would not say everything is great. Or at least say this is better than that. Instead it's all great.
BINGO!!!!
Yes you buy things only for getting views,man those brands must love you,you pay them and say good things about it,a win win situation for these brands!Get it for free Jay,you are used by the industry,just saying...
The reason I started watching your YT channel is the fact that all the gear you review is bought and paid for by you. I think that TAS and Stereophile have policies preventing their reviewers from receiving money or product from manufacturers. Seems to me that this isn't the case for some YT reviewers. And yes, getting to keep and sell a review sample is a form of payment. "Keep it real" Jay.
Thank you
so would you say its safe to say these are the best amps under $50k.
Hard to generalize but they are amazing
I think the psychology from these people is like this: If a product or brand they don’t like gets a great review, then the reviewer *must* have gotten paid to say great things.
I’m willing to bet that everyone who things you got paid by McIntosh doesn’t like Mac or doesn’t think this is a great amp…even if they’ve never heard it.
Just look at some of the comments. Shit like “this amp and that amp (whatever thier favorite amp is?) will blow away this Mac…even though they’ve never even heard this Mac and probably never will
If you give a great review for the amp these people own, they won’t accuse you of being paid off? - facts
Yep
How much other brands paid ))) why no question?
So Macintosh proposed to pair their amps with Sonus Faber speakers. Well, it is actually the same company 😂 Both brands are owned by Macintosh Group 😮In a declining industry, hifi is mostly about high margins. Higher prices allow higher margins. Don’t get me wrong, I like hifi, but open your eyes. You can get a similar sound quality with a fraction of the price
😊Mac is still alot cheaper vs other Greedy overcharge u brand like Gryphon MBL Bollder bramd is basically asking You To Quit Playing Hi-Fi maket😊
“Real audiophiles” hate Mac. Lot of envy by other manufacturers.
If my memory serves me correct, didn't you buy these for another pair of speakers but were unable to use it months ago? I recall they were mcintosh.. If you were getting paid wouldn't that require a quick a review lol cause it's been months ago
Exactly lol
Between you and me : how much did they pay you ? Hahahaha
Just kidding, I was responding to your video title. Have a wonderful day 😀
😅
Well Jay, it's a bummer you got so much flak on your 901 review video.
Try not to let the peanut gallery get under your skin too much. Yeah, it's got to rub you the wrong way when peeps out of the woodwork just start up with the not so becoming commentary. Who wouldn't get at least a little miffed? I don't blame ya Jay. I do hope "that contigwnt" doesn't throw a wet towel on your plans though. I like all the different goodies you try out. Anyways dude, take it easy.
Jay to say that's so good that it should cost double is lame and goes against your audience interest. This statement probability is the cause of some comments about the objectivnes of the reviewer. Don't cut the tree branch you lay on!
So now you have become a more mature listener.The best of tube will bring soul to the music which make you addicted to it.
Your members of your channel,ask why you do defend yourself with soo much energy. We know how you handle your channel
Indeed 🤜
Yes.lol
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😂Micintosh 901 is still Way Way alot cheaper than Other Greedy brand like MBL Sonar Faber Gryphon brand. Because thier too Greedy.😊
@DW11111 do You and Your TYPES ACCEPT MY DIRECT CHALLENGE??? I AM CALLING ALL OF YOUR TYPES OUT.
I FIND SO MANY OF YOUR APPARENTLY LACKING VERSIONS OF Ultra HIGH END sadly STUNTED in so many areas. Why don't you step up and learn what a REAL SET OF PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES CAN DO????
@DW11111 @DW11111 overestimate my abilities? From amplifiers to DACs to cables???
I proudly own technologies that comparatively embarrass so much of the supposed ultra high end. You seem to hate GREATNESS and it appears you hate innovative genius that makes REAL performance differences. I did not get to where you state I look down upon you by not knowing white papers and peer reviewed content.
@DW11111have you considered learning to deal with inconvenient provable truths?
@DW11111 I can't even begin to imagine how deep your types cowardice is... Afraid of and also to Learn about REAL TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES just to protect your fragile types.... PATHETIC AND WEAK AND LARGELY FODDER comes to mind
A Lot of Useless
Unnecessary
Extemporaneous
Loquacious Babble…..
That Doesn’t Go Anywhere
Good Luck on
You’re Channel
No one actually gives a shit.
That’s what I said but some people love to create narratives
ITS CALLED PAY FOR PLAY WITH SO MANY INFLUENCERS OF ALL TYPES. SOME ARE DOWNRIGHT UNTRUSTWORTHY AND SOME DOWNRIGHT DECEPTIVE AND SOME EVEN WORSE.
A VANISHINGLY FEW ARE WORTHY OF APPRECIATION FOR THEIR OPINIONS. FROM MY STANDPOINT, I DONT NEED A PAID FOR PERSPECTIVE FROM ANYBODY THAT CAN'T AND PUBLICLY WON'T COMPARATIVELY PUBLISH PROVABLE FACTS FOR ALL THE WORLD TO SEE SO AT LEAST SOME COULD BACK UP IN MANY CASES THE OVERBLOWN HYPE. I DEVELOPED, KNOW, AND LIVE ULTRA HIGH END AT ITS GREATEST EXPRESSIONS AT ANY COST AND PRETENDERS AND THE JOKERS AT ANY LEVEL NEED NOT APPLY TO GAIN AN AUDIENCE WITH THOSE THAT ACTUALLY WALK THE WALK. TO THOSE OTHER THAN THOSE NOT PAID FOR JOKERS THAT REALLY ACTUALLY CONTRIBUTE THANK YOU.
CAPS ARE FUN.
@@omgwtfpwnd and ...
Why are u writing in caps it's considered rude, u should know that I'm sure
@DW11111 my FACTS are just that FACTS...PROVABLE. IF YOU OR YOUR TYPES WERE AFTER FACTS THEN YOU AND/OR YOUR TYPES WOULD CLEAR THE WAY TO DO A PUBLIC COMPARATIVE SET OF MEANINGFUL TESTS AGAINST MY PROVEN SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES THAT QUITE FRANKLY EMBARRASS ULTRA HIGH END AS ITS PUSHED TODAY.
You clearly attempt to push other than THE facts. It's BEYOND OBVIOUS YOUR TYPE ARE SCARED AND PETRIFIED OF MY FACTS AND TECHNOLOGIES BECOMING KNOWN. I AM FULLY PREPARED TO PROVE MY TECHNOLOGIES, APPLICATIONS, AND THEIR WORTH. YOUR TYPE DO NOT GET TO CHANGE REALITY. I UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR TYPES ARE SO PETRIFIED....WHEN I DEVELOPED AND BUILT THESE TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS IT WAS ABUNDANTLY OBVIOUS THIS WOULD BE THE TIDAL SHIFT.
YOU HAVE BEEN AND ARE AGAIN CHALLENGED TO ATTEMPT TO PERFORM ON AN EXCLUSIVE STAGE THAT QUITE APPARENTLY YOU CANNOT CLIMB UP TO, LET ALONE PERFORM ON.
@DW11111 if You are upset that you consistently fail and that you did not get a gold star ⭐ it is likely because some may class you as a genuine underperformer
This room is waaay too small for ths speakers.
They sound amazing though. Trust me
All the speakers that he ever owned were too big for his room .lol