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Fully rebuilt and recapped. Ready to go. This was pulled from a working environment. Please look at all pictures before purchasing, only what is included in pictures is included in sale.Will ship same day purchased in a professionally packaged box. (D)S104WR SS
This is a fair ask, leaning attractive: at US$1,400, it sits comfortably below the US$2,700 median and under the US$1,275–US$4,600 interquartile spread, so it’s not bargain-bin, but it is squarely in buyable territory for a serviced piece. For a clean vintage McIntosh preamp, that’s a sensible entry point rather than an aggressive ask.
The appeal here is straightforward: the C26 is a respected solid-state control center with the sort of build quality and classic McIntosh usability that still makes sense in a serious two-channel system. “Serviced” is meaningful on a piece of this age, since a recent refresh can reduce the usual vintage-preamp headaches and make the next owner’s job much easier. If the service was documented and the cosmetics are honest, this looks like a solid enthusiast buy.
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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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