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McIntosh C22

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Featuring a cool, 1960s retro design, the C22 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier has been updated to modern standards to deliver a performance on par with any other McIntosh preamplifier. Electromagnetic input switching provides reliable, noiseless and distortion free operation. Low distortion levels of all types are less than 0.08%, allowing music to be presented with total transparency and accuracy.

 

A total of 10 inputs include 2 balanced and 6 unbalanced along with Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono input sections with selectable resistance and capacitive loading so every phono cartridge and turntable can be perfectly matched to produce the best sound. Outputs are comprised of 1 set of balanced and 3 sets of unbalanced connections. Bass and Treble tone controls with bypass feature allow you to listen to your favorite songs at your preferred tonal balance. Power control outputs will turn a complete McIntosh system on or off using the front panel or remote control.

 

While featuring a retro look, timeless McIntosh design cues such as a partial black glass front panel, knobs and brushed aluminum end caps allows the C22 to seamlessly blend in with other McIntosh components to create one cohesive system.

Specifications

ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

Total Harmonic Distortion:  0.08%

Frequency Response:  +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz, +0, -1dB from 10Hz to 100,000Hz

Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced): 16/8 V RMS

Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced):  20K ohm, 20K ohm

Phono Voltage Gain:  60dB

High Level Voltage Gain:  15dB

Signal To Noise Ratio:  98dB

Dual Mono Power Supply:  No

Dual Mono, Fully Balanced:  No

CONNECTIVITY

Balanced Input:  2 Stereo

Unbalanced Input: 6 Stereo + 2 Phono

Phono Input Moving Coil:  1 (adjustable)

Phono Input Moving Magnet:  1 (adjustable)

Digital Coaxial Input:  0

Digital Optical Input:  0

Digital MCT (DIN) Input:  0

Digital USB Input:  0

Digital AES/EBU Input:  0

Balanced Fixed Output:  0

Balanced Variable Output:  1 Stereo

Unbalanced Fixed Output:  1 Stereo

Unbalanced Variable Output:  2 Stereo

Headphone Output: 1/4″

Record Processor Loop:  Yes

Input Level Match:  No

Home Theater PassThru: No

Unbalanced Analog Connector Type:  Premium gold-plated solid brass

CONTROL

Tone Controls:  Bass and Treble

Tone Bypass and Input Assign:  Bypass: Yes  Input Assign: No

RS232 Control Input:  No

Power Control Output:  2 Main, 2 Switched

Rear Panel Data Port:  8

Rear Panel IR Sensor Input:  No

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Multi-Chassis or Single:  Single

Output Meters:  No

Vacuum Tube or Solid State:  Tube, 6 ea. 12AX7a

Power Consumption (On):  75 watts

WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS

Dimensions (W x H x D):  17.5″ (44.45cm) x 6″ (15.24cm) x 18″ (45.72cm)

Weight:  27 lbs (12.25kg), Shipping Weight; 43.4 lbs (19.68kg)

 

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