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Unknown condition makes this a wildly cheap ask against your own comps: US$38 is far below the US$460 25th percentile and a tiny fraction of the US$882 median, so on price alone it reads as a clear bargain. If it’s complete and powers up, this is the kind of listing that disappears fast.
The MAC 1700 is well regarded because it combines classic McIntosh build quality with warm, listenable tuner/receiver performance, and it has real appeal to collectors as a vintage all-in-one piece. The upside here is obvious if it’s original, unmolested, and includes the knobs, case, or manual; at this price, even a serviceable example is attractive. Given its age, I’d still verify that the controls are quiet, both channels work, and any known service has been done.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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