{"product_id":"mcintosh-c8-preamplifier-ex-demo","title":"McIntosh C8 Preamplifier, Ex-Demo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis product is being sold with no manufacturer's warranty, as we are no longer a McIntosh and Sonus Faber dealer. \u003cbr\u003eParagon fully stands behind rating quality and functionality upon delivery .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat Condition Ex-Demo McIntosh C8 Preamplifier \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal boxes and packaging, power cable, remote \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRated 8\/10 for cosmetic wear consistent with age and use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-channel vacuum-tube preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 × 12AX7A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnbalanced Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × Moving Coil and 1 × Moving Magnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Loading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable MC and MM loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × variable XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnbalanced Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × variable RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 unbalanced output can be configured for subwoofer use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 V RMS balanced; 8 V RMS unbalanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e +0\/−0.5 dB, 20 Hz–20 kHz; +0\/−3 dB, 15 Hz–100 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.08% maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95 dB high level; 80 dB MM; 75 dB MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTone Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass and treble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTone Bypass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Level Match:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±6 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" High Drive headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Upgrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional DA2 Digital Audio Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDA2 Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × coaxial, 2 × optical, 1 × USB, 1 × MCT, 1 × HDMI ARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Theater PassThru:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e RS232, IR, Data Ports and Power Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.28\" W × 7.64\" H × 16.26\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 lb (8.2 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eADDITIONAL INFORMATION\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease call 734.662.3595 and ask for Richard if you have any questions about this product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe make every effort to update our ads quickly when inventory fluctuates, but we encourage you to call and check product availability, as we are also a brick and mortar store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"McIntosh Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44041011068991,"sku":null,"price":3595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0242\/3334\/5087\/files\/IMG_2026-10-01-172016.jpg?v=1790891697","url":"https:\/\/www.paragonsns.com\/products\/mcintosh-c8-preamplifier-ex-demo","provider":"Paragon Sight \u0026 Sound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}