McIntosh C8 Preamplifier, Ex-Demo

Sale price
$3,595.00
List price
$4,500.00

This item qualifies for our new in-store fulfillment incentive program. Orders over $250 placed online and picked up in-store are now eligible for your choice of a complementary vinyl LP or Burmester Audio CD (up to a $40 retail value) upon pickup. We're excited to welcome you to our showroom!

This product is being sold with no manufacturer's warranty, as we are no longer a McIntosh and Sonus Faber dealer. 
Paragon fully stands behind rating quality and functionality upon delivery .

The C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier has an open chassis industrial design similar to the popular MC275 Vacuum Tube Amplifier, and MA252 and MA352 Integrated Amplifiers. When combined with an amplifier (like the matching MC830 Amplifier), source components such as a turntable, CD player or streaming music player, and a pair of speakers, it can help deliver a lifelike audio experience in your home.

OVERVIEW

Great Condition Ex-Demo McIntosh C8 Preamplifier

Original boxes and packaging, power cable, remote

Rated 8/10 for cosmetic wear consistent with age and use

SPECIFICATIONS
  • Type: 2-channel vacuum-tube preamplifier
  • Vacuum Tubes: 4 × 12AX7A
  • Analog Inputs: 5 total
  • Balanced Input: 1 × XLR
  • Unbalanced Inputs: 2 × RCA
  • Phono Inputs: 1 × Moving Coil and 1 × Moving Magnet
  • Phono Loading: Adjustable MC and MM loading
  • Balanced Output: 1 × variable XLR
  • Unbalanced Outputs: 2 × variable RCA
  • Subwoofer Output: 1 unbalanced output can be configured for subwoofer use
  • Maximum Output: 16 V RMS balanced; 8 V RMS unbalanced
  • Frequency Response: +0/−0.5 dB, 20 Hz–20 kHz; +0/−3 dB, 15 Hz–100 kHz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08% maximum
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 95 dB high level; 80 dB MM; 75 dB MC
  • Tone Controls: Bass and treble
  • Tone Bypass: Yes
  • Input Level Match: ±6 dB
  • Headphone Output: 1/4" High Drive headphone amplifier
  • Digital Upgrade: Optional DA2 Digital Audio Module
  • DA2 Inputs: 2 × coaxial, 2 × optical, 1 × USB, 1 × MCT, 1 × HDMI ARC
  • Home Theater PassThru: Yes
  • Control: RS232, IR, Data Ports and Power Control
  • Power Consumption: 50 W
  • Dimensions: 12.28" W × 7.64" H × 16.26" D
  • Weight: 18 lb (8.2 kg)

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please call 734.662.3595 and ask for Richard if you have any questions about this product.

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