Any suggestions on what speakers to use withr a 3 watt amp? Under a $1000 to keep it affordable. I know there are very efficient pricey models. What kind of sensitivity would one want in a speaker for this? 91db enough? How about 95db? Also, would a powered sub (along with speakers, of course) have problems with such low wattage? Otherwise, the MC-30 looks pretty damn appealing for an all in one music system for the analog listener with an iPod. CS

Try some used Klipsch speakers from 20 years ago with the MC-30. If you're not averse to their old school look, you can get a pair of Chorus speakers (101db efficient) that will work great with this unit (IMO) for less than $600.

I have a Shanling MC30 and was surprised that it could drive very many 91 to 89dB sensitive loudspeakers. The Tannoy Precision 6 is an outstanding match, very lively, dynamic, pacy bass and sparkling detail. Good luck in your search, you'll have more fun than worries.

I have just bought an MC30 and am using a pair of Paradigm Atom Monitor V.5 speakers (90db) with it. A very good match indeed.

It's been very well reviewed by the British HiFiWorld, especially its cd spinner and preamp. Has anyone tried the latter in connection with some mid-high end power amp?

This is one cool looking substantial little piece of equipment BUT...am I the only one who finds the CD lid's damping totally unacceptable? This thing SLAMS down on the disc like a hammer! Is this a "Shanling" thing? Gorgeous to look at, sounds very good, but this characteristic (if it is characteristic of all their products) is an utter disappointment. I pre-ordered/pre-paid for mine and I find it this aspect of this piece totally annoying.

I just read a web comment that the iPOD requires a seperate purchased cable(3.5mm jack). Does this mean that the iPOD cannot be controlled by the remote? Do we have to sit near the iPOD/MC-30 and manually choose iPOD music item?