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McIntosh C8 Tube Preamplifier w/ MM & MC Phono

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Original price $4,500.00 (16% Off Est. Retail)
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Original price $4,500.00 (16% Off Est. Retail)
Current price $3,799.00
From $3,799.00
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Product Highlights

The McIntosh C8 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier is a purely analog component built on a mirror-finished stainless steel chassis powered by four 12AX7a vacuum tubes. Connectivity includes one balanced XLR and two unbalanced RCA inputs, alongside Moving Magnet and Moving Coil phono stages with adjustable loading. It offers one balanced XLR and two unbalanced RCA outputs, with one configurable for a subwoofer. This preamplifier features a High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD), bass and treble tone controls, and Home Theater PassThru. Its modular design allows for the optional addition of a DA2 Digital Audio Module.

Reviewers highlight the C8 for its holographic imaging and warm, rich midrange that maintains modern speed and dynamic range. It creates a three-dimensional, airy soundstage that brings lifelike presence to recordings without sounding overly vintage. The McIntosh C8 provides a refined and energetic gateway into vacuum tube audio performance.
Brand McIntosh
Type Preamplifiers
MSRP $4,500.00
SKU # 94697
Serial # AJH1802
Cosmetic Rating

7 - Good cosmetic condition with some minor visible cosmetic wear including faint scratches and scuffs stretching across this units chrome faceplate. This item does show a few blemishes but is fully functional and sounds wonderful.

Functional Notes

Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.

Age 1 year
Owners 2
Service History None

Amplifier, (4x) McIntosh 12AX7A Tubes, Remote, Manual, Power Cable, Factory Packaging

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