McIntosh C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier w Box EXCELLENT

McIntosh C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier w Box EXCELLENT

Item Details:

• Brand/Model: McIntosh C8
• Type: 2-Channel vacuum tube preamplifier
• Tubes: Four 12AX7A vacuum tubes housed in protective cages
• Inputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 2 unbalanced (RCA), plus 1 Moving Coil and 1 Moving Magnet phono input with adjustable loading
• Outputs: 1 balanced, 2 unbalanced (one configurable as subwoofer output)
• Digital Upgrade Path: Optional dealer-installed DA2 Digital Audio Module (Quad Balanced 32-bit DAC) adds coax, optical, USB, MCT, and HDMI ARC digital inputs
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08%
• Frequency Response: +0/-0.5dB from 20Hz–20kHz
• Maximum Volts Out: 16V RMS balanced, 8V RMS unbalanced
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 95dB (high level), 80dB (MM), 75dB (MC)
• Headphone Amp: Built-in High Drive headphone amplifier, 1/4" jack
• Additional Features: Named inputs, bass/treble tone controls, Power Control ports, Home Theater Pass Through, user-selectable Auto Off after 30 minutes of inactivity
• Construction: Open-chassis industrial design, polished stainless steel top, black glass front panel with silver trim, illuminated logo
• Dimensions: 12.28" W x 7.625" H x 16.25" D
• Weight: Approx. 18 lbs
• Condition: Excellent
• Includes: Original box

Summary:
Up for sale is a McIntosh C8 vacuum tube preamplifier, in excellent condition and complete with the original box. Powered by four 12AX7A tubes in classic protective cages, the C8 delivers McIntosh's signature warm, musical, analog sound alongside genuine flexibility, with balanced and unbalanced analog inputs plus dedicated Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono stages for turntable use. It's also digital-ready, with an optional dealer-installed DA2 module available to add high-resolution digital inputs down the road. A built-in headphone amplifier, adjustable tone controls, and full custom-integration support round out the feature set. Finished with McIntosh's iconic black glass front panel, illuminated logo, and a polished stainless steel chassis, the C8 is as visually striking as it is sonically engaging. A great tube-based preamplifier for anyone building or upgrading a serious two-channel system. Shows excellent condition with no notable wear.

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