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Seller's Description

This product is being sold with no manufacturer's warranty, as we are no longer a McIntosh and Sonus Faber dealer. 
Paragon fully stands behind rating quality and functionality upon delivery .

The C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier has an open chassis industrial design similar to the popular MC275 Vacuum Tube Amplifier, and MA252 and MA352 Integrated Amplifiers. When combined with an amplifier (like the matching MC830 Amplifier), source components such as a turntable, CD player or streaming music player, and a pair of speakers, it can help deliver a lifelike audio experience in your home.

OVERVIEW

Great Condition Ex-Demo McIntosh C8 Preamplifier

Original boxes and packaging, power cable, remote

Rated 8/10 for cosmetic wear consistent with age and use

SPECIFICATIONS

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Type: 2-channel vacuum-tube preamplifier

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Vacuum Tubes: 4 × 12AX7A

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Analog Inputs: 5 total

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Balanced Input: 1 × XLR

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Unbalanced Inputs: 2 × RCA

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Phono Inputs: 1 × Moving Coil and 1 × Moving Magnet

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Phono Loading: Adjustable MC and MM loading

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Balanced Output: 1 × variable XLR

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Unbalanced Outputs: 2 × variable RCA

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Subwoofer Output: 1 unbalanced output can be configured for subwoofer use

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Maximum Output: 16 V RMS balanced; 8 V RMS unbalanced

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Frequency Response: +0/−0.5 dB, 20 Hz–20 kHz; +0/−3 dB, 15 Hz–100 kHz

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Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08% maximum

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Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 95 dB high level; 80 dB MM; 75 dB MC

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Tone Controls: Bass and treble

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Tone Bypass: Yes

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Input Level Match: ±6 dB

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Headphone Output: 1/4" High Drive headphone amplifier

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Digital Upgrade: Optional DA2 Digital Audio Module

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DA2 Inputs: 2 × coaxial, 2 × optical, 1 × USB, 1 × MCT, 1 × HDMI ARC

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Home Theater PassThru: Yes

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Control: RS232, IR, Data Ports and Power Control

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Power Consumption: 50 W

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Dimensions: 12.28" W × 7.64" H × 16.26" D

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Weight: 18 lb (8.2 kg)

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please call 734.662.3595 and ask for Richard if you have any questions about this product.

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About McIntosh

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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