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At US$4,000, this McIntosh MC225 listing sits right at the median of the current used market, making it a fair price rather than a bargain or an overreach. Based on five recent comparable USD listings, the median asking price is US$4,000, with the 25th percentile at US$3,966 and the 75th at US$4,000, so this asking price aligns perfectly with typical market value.
The MC225 is widely regarded as McIntosh’s overachieving entry-level tube amp from its 1961–1967 run, delivering 25 watts per channel with exceptional linearity (±0.1dB from 18Hz–30kHz) and low distortion (0.5% THD). While it’s the smallest stereo amplifier in the vintage lineup, it packs genuine McIntosh sonics and rarity, with only 5,591 units made. At a fair price and assuming clean condition, this is a solid buying opportunity for a collector seeking a trusted, iconic tube amp without stretching into premium-tier costs.
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McIntosh Laboratory, founded in 1949 in the United States by Frank H. McIntosh and Gordon Gow, embodies a storied heritage of American audio innovation. Originally based in Silver Spring, Maryland, before relocating to Binghamton, New York, where products are still handcrafted today, the brand emerged from a commitment to superior sound reproduction. From powering President Lyndon Johnson's inauguration to the Grateful Dead's Wall of Sound at Woodstock, McIntosh has shaped pivotal moments in music history and pop culture, earning its place as a cultural icon.
The company specializes in a comprehensive lineup of high-fidelity components, including renowned amplifiers—particularly its revered tube models for their warm, enveloping sound—along with solid-state power amps, stereo tuners, loudspeakers, turntables, music streamers, processors, and digital-to-analog converters. This breadth supports both two-channel stereo systems and multi-channel home theaters, delivering immersive experiences in music and film. Iconic blue watt meters on their gear have become globally recognized symbols of precision and power.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, McIntosh commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its uncompromising quality, luxurious build, and timeless design. Far from mid-tier or niche boutique, it stands as a premium benchmark, favored by legendary musicians and producers across decades, blending vintage allure with modern performance for those who demand the ultimate in sonic fidelity.
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