Jeff, the M2 compares very favorably with the SET 300B. It's a beautiful sounding amp, and has a bit more control over the Tannoy woofers.

The SET beats it though, in musicality, and in getting closer to the sound of real music. Both amps are very satisfying to listen to, but there's something special about the SET, especially using the EML 300B XLS tubes.

When you visit Scott, maybe you and Scott could take time to drop by. (You too, Charles!)

Thanks and regards.

islandmandan September 14, 2014 19:11

Jeff, great system you've put together. We have a bit in common, in my case a First Watt M2, also from Reno Mark, (isn't he great to deal with?), a Denon 103R (mine has the Zu potted body, and the ESCCO cantilever/stylus mod, a giant-killer of a cartridge).

A good friend has the Fat Bob with a Tri-Planer VII and Dyna XV-1S, really a great sounding table.

I'm wondering, do you live in the Northwest? I noticed Scott mentioned you visiting, I know he lives in Seattle. I'm on Whidbey Island, if you are familiar with this area.

Anyway, congratulations, and enjoy,
Regards,
Dan

islandmandan September 13, 2014 18:13