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Angeboten wird „C22 High-End Preamplifier Vorverstärker“ von McIntosh als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Vorverstärker / Prozessor“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 4802511335 endet am 26.08.2026 um 06:02 Uhr.
A McIntosh C22 is always a notable piece: classic tube-line-stage cachet, strong resale, and a reputation that keeps demand steady.
At €7,499, this sits just above the €6,807 median and a touch over the €7,385 75th percentile, so it reads as slightly ambitious rather than outrageous. For a good-condition example, that can still be acceptable if the unit is genuinely clean, properly serviced, and complete.
What makes it worthwhile is the C22’s blend of musicality, build quality, and long-term desirability; buyers usually want it for both sound and ownership appeal. If the listing includes the right accessories, documented servicing, or original-owner provenance, that adds real value here. If not, the price leaves less room for hidden tube or control-related issues, so I’d want confidence in condition before paying top-end money.
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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