Marsaskala, Malta
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FOR SALE: McIntosh C22 60th Anniversary EditionVacuum Tube Stereo Preamplifier (2009)This is a genuine opportunity to acquire one of the most collectible modern McIntosh preamplifiers ever produced — the C22 60th Anniversary Edition, released in 2009 as part of McIntosh's landmark anniversary celebration alongside the MC75 mono amplifiers.This is not a current production C22. It features additional listening modes beyond standard Stereo and Mono operation — a feature set that was discontinued on later C22 versions and is now highly sought after by collectors and analog purists who know what they're looking for.TUBE COMPLEMENT — ALL ORIGINAL, ALL WORKING:- 3 x 12AX7A- 1 x 12AT7- 2 x 12AX7 (dedicated phono stage)All 6 tubes are original McIntosh-supplied tubes,fully tested and performing perfectly.SOUND:This is McIntosh at its finest — rich, holographic midrange, deep and authoritative bass, silky extended highs. Musical, natural, and emotionally engaging in a way that few preamplifiers at any price can match. Equally at home with vinyl, digital sources, or both. Pairs beautifully with vintage and modern power amplifiers alike.FEATURES:- Pure all-tube analog circuit design- MM and MC phono stages- Additional soundstage listening modes (not on current C22)- Balanced XLR and RCA inputs/outputs- Classic illuminated McIntosh glass front panel- Blue meters — illuminate perfectly and respond correctly to signal- Aluminum end caps- HR093 remote controlSPECIFICATIONS:- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+0/-0.5dB)- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08%- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: High Level: 100dB MM Phono: 90dB MC Phono: 75dB- Output Impedance: RCA: 250Ω XLR: [CHECK MANUAL — 500Ω or 5000Ω?]- Dimensions: 44.5 x 15.2 x 45.7cm- Weight: 12.5kgCONDITION:Mint. This unit is in exceptional condition —no marks, scratches, or blemishes of any kindon the chassis, glass front panel, or meters.Stored and used in a smoke-free, pet-freeenvironment. Fully functional in every respect.INCLUDES:- Original McIntosh box and all packaging- HR093 remote control- Original owner's manual- All original documentationREASON FOR SELLING:Consolidating and simplifying my system.SHIPPING:Located in Malta, European Union. No customscomplications for buyers anywhere in Europe —clean, straightforward transaction.Unit will be packed in its original McIntoshpackaging with additional external protection. Tracking provided immediately upon dispatch. I treat every shipment as if I were the buyer.Worldwide shipping available — please message for international shipping quote outside EU.Asking €5,500. Open to serious offers.Fast response guaranteed — usually within a few hours.This piece deserves a home in a serious system. If you know what this is, you know why it's special. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions — happy to provide additional photos, including tubes with cover removed.
Original Price£5,856.03
20% price drop
New Price£4,684.82
+ £180.19 Shipping
