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Commercial McIntosh C2700 Pre Amplifier ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS Number of Channels 2 Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08% Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz +0, -3dB from 15Hz to 100kHz Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced) 16V RMS / 8V RMS Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced) 900mV / 450mV Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil) 0.45mV Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet) 4.5mV Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level) 100dB Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil) 80dB Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet) 82dB Voltage Gain (High Level) 15dB Voltage Gain (Moving Coil) 60dB Voltage Gain (Mo
This listing for A$10,995 is a genuine bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of A$11,024 and significantly under the median of A$11,381 from your recent AUD data. While new units still command A$15,495 to A$16,995 locally, this used price is an exceptional deal for a 2019 model that has barely lost value against its 2001 predecessor in terms of performance.
The McIntosh C2700 remains a top-tier vacuum tube preamp, prized for its wider, deeper soundstage and seamless integration of a built-in DAC, phono stage, and HDMI audio return. Its twelve-year generation is now mature, meaning reliability is proven, and the inclusion of modern features like triggering capabilities adds meaningful upside. At this price, it is a clear buying opportunity for any enthusiast seeking classic McIntosh tone with modern versatility.
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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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