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Ein perfektes Gerät mit erstaunlicher Klangqualität zum Preis von 3500 €.

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New, the MC7270 originally sold for roughly €2,300 equivalent, but today’s excellent example at €3,500 sits just above the recent used-market 75th percentile of €3,409. That makes it an ambitious ask rather than a bargain; a little negotiation would improve the proposition.

Still, this is a seriously capable classic: 270 watts per channel, McIntosh autoformers, strong current delivery, and an effortless, controlled presentation with difficult speakers. The 1985–91 build has lasting appeal, and excellent cosmetics matter on these large, iconic amplifiers. At €3,500, proceed if the condition is genuinely exceptional and operation is fully verified, but ideally seek service history, quiet meters, healthy channels, and an original, unmodified example.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

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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