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Tested and Working. 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)31IR SS
Timing doesn’t really change the story here: this is an older, classic McIntosh tuner, and at US$700 it lands well below your US$1,275 25th percentile and far under the US$2,700 median, so it reads as a strong bargain rather than a merely fair buy. Against that recent comp set, this is the kind of price that should get a serious buyer’s attention fast.
That’s especially true if the unit is complete and functioning, because the MR73 has the old-school McIntosh strengths people still pay for: solid analog tuning, good RF performance, and the brand’s usual build quality. For a tuner, the real upside is getting a respected vintage piece at a low entry price; just make sure the seller can confirm reception, stereo lock, dial lamps, and that there’s no drift or weak output, since age-related service can matter more than cosmetics on gear like this.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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