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My Mcintosh MX132 preamp is in very good cosmetic and electronic condition. There are a few nicks on the silver end pieces. Electronically, everything works fine, except the fluorescent display does not come on with the power button. Push the Trim button on the remote to the Display setting, then push either Level button, and the display lights up and works fine. The remote, power cord, manual copy and double boxes are included. $800 obo. Shipped or local pick up. The ad will be deleted when sold.
At US$800, this is a genuine bargain against the recent market: it sits well below the US$1,024 25th-percentile asking price and far under the US$1,300 median. Assuming it is functional, the discount is substantial enough to justify serious interest rather than routine haggling.
The MX132 remains appealing for a classic system because it combines McIntosh build quality, a capable analog preamp section, tuner, flexible source switching, and Dolby Digital/DTS/THX-era surround processing. Its analog stereo path and traditional controls are the real attraction; just remember that it is a 1999–2001, composite/S-video-era design, not a modern HDMI processor. At this price, confirm the remote is included if needed and test digital decoding, display, controls, and all channels—age-related power-supply and DSP faults can be costly.
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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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