McIntosh C52 Audio 2-Channel Solid State Preamplifier MC & MM Phono w Box & Remote EXCELLENT

McIntosh C52 Audio 2-Channel Solid State Preamplifier MC & MM Phono w Box & Remote EXCELLENT

Item Details:

• Brand/Model: McIntosh C52
• Type: 2-channel solid-state preamplifier with built-in DAC, phono stage, and 8-band analog equalizer
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.003%
• Frequency Response: +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz-20kHz; +0, -3dB from 10Hz-100kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100dB
• Maximum Output: 16V RMS balanced, 8V RMS unbalanced
• Input Impedance: 44k ohms balanced, 22k ohms unbalanced
• Phono Stage: Dedicated Moving Magnet (40dB gain) and Moving Coil (60dB gain) inputs, both with adjustable loading
• Analog Inputs: 3 balanced XLR and 4 unbalanced RCA, all fully assignable
• Digital Inputs: 3 optical, 2 coaxial (up to 24-bit/192kHz), 1 USB, and 1 proprietary MCT input
• DAC: 24-bit/192kHz DSD-capable digital-to-analog converter
• USB Input: PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DXD 352.8kHz, and DXD 384kHz
• MCT Input: Secure, custom DSD connection for SACD playback from a compatible McIntosh SACD/CD transport
• Equalizer: 8-band analog equalizer
• Headphone Features: Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD)
• Additional Features: Home Theater Pass Through, all inputs available at all times regardless of assignment, outputs configured for easy bi-amping or tri-amping, power control and trigger outputs for other McIntosh components
• Remote Control: Included
• Construction: Classic McIntosh black glass front panel with illuminated logo
• Dimensions: 17.5" W x 7.6" H x 18" D
• Weight: Approx. 27.5 lbs
• Condition: Excellent
• Includes: Original box and remote control

Summary:
Up for sale is a McIntosh C52 solid-state preamplifier, in excellent condition and complete with the original box and remote. Billed by McIntosh as the most advanced single-chassis solid-state preamplifier it had built at the time of its release, the C52 combines a high-quality analog preamp with dedicated Moving Magnet and Moving Coil phono stages, a DSD-capable 24-bit/192kHz DAC, and an 8-band analog equalizer for tailoring any source to your room and taste. With 3 balanced and 4 unbalanced assignable analog inputs plus 3 optical, 2 coaxial, USB, and a proprietary MCT input, it can serve as the control center for nearly any combination of analog, digital, and SACD sources. McIntosh’s Headphone Crossfeed Director and Home Theater Pass Through round out a feature set that fits equally well in a pure two-channel setup or a multichannel home theater. Wrapped in the iconic black glass and illuminated logo styling, the C52 delivers McIntosh’s signature smooth, dynamic sound with exceptional versatility. Shows excellent condition with no notable wear.

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