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McIntosh MC240 (1960) – Version 1 Originale – Entièrement Révisé / Lampes USA (État Concours)Vends amplificateur de puissance à tubes légendaire McIntosh MC240, dans sa rarissime et plus recherchée première version originale de 1960 (Lettres sur le côté). Cet appareil est considéré par les puristes et les classements audiophiles comme l'un des meilleurs amplificateurs de l'histoire de la haute-fidélité.État technique & Restauration (Exceptionnel) :L'appareil a été entièrement nettoyé, contrôlé et révisé par un professionnel de l'audio vintage. Aucun frais à prévoir, il fonctionne de manière absolument parfaite, stable et silencieuse.Tubes / Lampes : Plus de 900 € d'investissement récent dans un set complet de lampes haut de gamme importées directement des USA (Tubes de puissance 6L6GC et tubes d'entrée de prestige, mesurés et appairés).les 7 lampes de devant ont été remplacés pour être équivalentes et avoir un rendu maximum, importé des Etats Unis.Composants : Restauration rigoureuse dans le respect strict du schéma et de l'authenticité d'origine McIntosh.État esthétique :Dans un état de conservation exceptionnel pour ses 66 ans. Le châssis chromé est superbe, brillant et les sérigraphies d'origine sont parfaitement nettes et lisibles. Pièce de collection d'une rare élégance.Détails pratiques :Modèle original américain (117V).Dossier de révision L'étiquette "doctor jm" (ou Doctor J.M.) présente sur la base de vos lampes est la signature d'un des réparateurs et spécialistes de l'audio à tubes les plus réputés de France : Jean-Luc Benoist, qui exerce sous le nom d'enseigne Docteur Tubes.Signification de cette étiquetteLa garantie d'une maintenance d'expert : Ce magnifique amplificateur de légende McIntosh MC240 est passé entre les mains d'un véritable artisan de la haute-fidélité.C'est une excellente nouvelle pour votre appareil, car le circuit breveté Unity Coupled du McIntosh 240 nécessite des lampes parfaitement équilibrées (notamment les quatre tubes de puissance 6L6GC) pour délivrer toute sa dynamique sans distorsion.Des lampes triées sur le volet : Ce technicien teste, appaire et certifie lui-même les tubes (qu'il s'agisse de lampes neuves ou de stocks anciens dits NOS pour New Old Stock). L'étiquette sert à prouver que le tube a été mesuré au lampemètre, validé pour le circuit très exigeant du MC240, et souvent à indiquer sa position ou sa date de contrôle.Prix : 5 800 € [TEXTE EN ANGLAIS (Pour Reverb / Audio-Market)]Title: McIntosh MC240 (1960) – Original 1st Version – Fully Restored / Premium US Tubes – Mint ConditionDescription:For sale is a legendary McIntosh MC240 tube power amplifier, the highly coveted and rare first original production version from 1960 (side-lettering). Widely recognized by audiophiles worldwide as one of the finest-sounding tube amplifiers ever built.Technical Condition & Restoration:This unit has been meticulously cleaned, benchmarked, and fully restored by a vintage audio specialist. It performs flawlessly, delivering a sublime, silent, and powerful musical experience.Tubes: Over €900 invested in a premium, fully tested, and matched set of authentic US-imported tubes (including vintage 6L6GC power tubes and premium input tubes).Components: Serviced with absolute respect for McIntosh's original factory specifications and sonic heritage.Cosmetic Condition:Stunning museum-grade condition for its age. The chrome chassis is bright and reflective, and the original black lettering remains sharp and perfectly legible. A true collector's piece.Logistics:Original US Model (117V).Complete service history and invoices included.Price: €5,800Local pickup with an audition is highly preferred. Safe worldwide shipping on a dedicated wooden pallet is available at the buyer's expense.
Are you specifically seeking a restored, documented example? At US$6,776, this is an ambitious ask: it sits well above the US$4,177 75th percentile and nearly doubles the US$3,600 median from 19 comparable listings. That price only makes sense for an exceptional, professionally restored unit with strong cosmetics, tested tubes, and clear service documentation.
The MC240 remains a superb vintage tube amplifier: 40 watts per channel, beautifully built, flexible with 4-, 8-, and 16-ohm speakers, and capable of mono operation at 80 watts. Its reputation and collectability are real, but age matters; old capacitors, power-supply components, and selenium rectifiers should be addressed before regular use. With unknown condition and no stated restoration history, this is not a buying opportunity at US$6,776—there should be substantial proof of exceptional provenance and recent competent service, or the price should come down sharply.
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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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