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- niet van nieuw te onderscheiden (foto's van mijn exemplaren op aanvraag verkrijgbaar) - kunnen beluisterd worden - wordt enkel als set van drie verkocht (!!) - Nieuwprijs: € 6500 per st
At €9,995, this sits well above the typical used market for this model: versus the €6,266 median and €6,996 75th percentile, it reads ambitious rather than fair. Against what these sold for new, that can still make sense only if the unit is exceptionally clean, recently serviced, and notably complete; otherwise the premium is hard to justify.
What keeps it interesting is that the MC501 is a genuinely admired monoblock: huge current delivery, effortless dynamics, and the kind of control that makes tough speakers wake up without sounding strained. It’s a serious long-term amp if the pair is healthy and original, but at this price the buyer should want documented condition, strong cosmetics, and proof it has been looked after.
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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