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Unit was serviced at the local McIntosh center. Its a really nice condition for its age with minimal pitting. All the extra parts pictured are what was replaced.
Condition is unknown, but at US$2,500 this sits well above the recent comparable market, where the median is US$1,263 and the 75th percentile is US$1,881. That makes the ask ambitious, not a fair-market baseline, unless this example has unusually strong originality, verified service, or standout cosmetics.
The appeal here is the model itself: the MC240 is a classic McIntosh tube stereo amp with real collector and listening-room cachet, prized for its build quality and that smooth, spacious tube presentation. If it’s genuinely healthy and complete, the upside is in long-term desirability and easy resale to the right buyer; if condition is merely “unknown,” I’d want proof of power-up behavior, noise level, originality, and whether any recent service was done before paying a premium.
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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