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Angeboten wird „C1000 C/T/P“ von McIntosh als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Vorverstärker / Prozessor“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 7035369165 endet am 19.09.2026 um 10:24 Uhr.
The McIntosh C1000 sits near the top of McIntosh’s preamp lineup, so a clean example always has real appeal to serious two-channel buyers. At €16,000, this is ambitious against your recent comparable market: the median is €7,910, the 75th percentile is €11,858, and this ask lands well above that, so it is priced at a premium.
What makes it worth considering is the C1000’s reputation for refinement, scale, and that effortless McIntosh presentation—more “statement” preamp than ordinary control center. If the listing is complete and genuinely well kept, the upside is mainly for someone who wants the flagship experience and is willing to pay for rarity and cachet. At this level, I’d want strong proof of originality, recent service, and included accessories before moving quickly.
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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