McIntosh C70 70th Anniversary Tube Preamplifier (used)

On consignment from an estate - no sales tax. Shipping is possible, ask for a quote.

Serial number AGV1043. This unit was manufactured from 2018 to 2020. Made in USA (Binghamton, NY).

Excelent condition, just cleaned, tested and measured by a certified tech - this preamp sounds excellent and the measured performance is superb (see the last 4 photos; measurements done on July 2). $6000 (CAD) or best offer.

C70 70th Anniversary Vacuum Tube Preamplifier harkens back to yesteryear with an all analog design and a retro look.
■ The glass front panel is inscribed with special 70th Anniversary lettering.
■ Features (1) 12AT7 and (5) 12AX7A vacuum tubes that are visible through a glass panel on the top cover.
■ All control operations are done via knobs and rocker switches. Modern LED indicators will denote input selection and volume level.
■ Inputs consist of two balanced and three unbalanced inputs, plus one each of Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono inputs. There are two pairs each of balanced and unbalanced outputs.
■ Our High Drive headphone amplifier is included and features our Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) technology.
■ Power Control can automatically turn other connected McIntosh components on and off.
■ Sits atop a beautiful polished stainless steel chassis and features the timeless McIntosh black glass front panel, illuminated logo, control knobs, and aluminum end caps.
■ Pairs perfectly with the MC2152 70th Anniversary Vacuum Tube Amplifier.

Specifications:
Frequency Response: +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz +0, -3dB from 15Hz to 100kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08% Maximum from 20Hz to 20kHz
Inputs: 3 Unbalanced, 2 Balanced, 1 Moving Coil (adjustable), 1 Moving Magnet (adjustable)
Outputs: 2 Unbalanced, 2 Balanced
Maximum Output Voltage: Balanced: 16 Vrms, Unbalanced: 8 Vrms
Tone Controls: Bass and Treble
Overall Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/2” (44.45cm) x 6” (15.24cm) x 18” (45.72cm)
Weight: 25 lbs (11.3kg) net, 41.4 lbs (18.8kg) in shipping carton