Feast your eyes on the McIntosh C26 preamplifier. This bad boy was built back in the '70s, yet it's still making audiophiles weak in the knees today. The design is classic McIntosh - sleek and clean, with a brand new glass face that just screams 'high end'. But it's not just about looks - this baby sounds amazing too. We've put this one through a full battery of tests, and it came out on top. With its warm, full-bodied sound, the McIntosh C26 has become a favorite of audiophiles who appreciate a natural, uncolored sound that really lets the music shine.
- Production
- 1968-78
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- AG4443
- Orig. MSRP
- $449
- Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Installed new OEM glass
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
- Factory Specs
Type Solid-state preamplifier
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.1%
Gain 62dB (MM), 20dB (line)
Input sensitivity 2mV (MM), 250mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio 74dB (MM), 85dB (line)
Output 250mV (line), 2.5V (Pre out)
Semiconductors 18 x transistors, 3 x diodes
Cabinet L12, also fits L52, L11, and L62
Dimensions 5.5"H x 16"W x 13"D
Weight 18 lbs.
- Documentation
McIntosh C26 Owner's Manual
McIntosh C26 Service Manual
- The History of McIntosh
- Founded in 1949, McIntosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film. Offering products for two-channel stereo sound systems and multi-channel home theaters with surround sound, McIntosh continues to define the ultimate home audio entertainment...
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- Liner Notes
The McIntosh C26 is a glass fronted pre-amplifier featuring two phono, one tuner and one auxiliary input, and two tape loops.
- Stock No.
- 8036589043933
Feast your eyes on the McIntosh C26 preamplifier. This bad boy was built back in the '70s, yet it's still making audiophiles weak in the knees today. The design is classic McIntosh - sleek and clean, with a brand new glass face that just screams 'high end'. But it's not just about looks - this baby sounds amazing too. We've put this one through a full battery of tests, and it came out on top. With its warm, full-bodied sound, the McIntosh C26 has become a favorite of audiophiles who appreciate a natural, uncolored sound that really lets the music shine.
Production
1968-78
Condition
9/10
Serial No.
AG4443
Orig. MSRP
$449
Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Installed new OEM glass
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
Factory Specs
Type Solid-state preamplifier
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.1%
Gain 62dB (MM), 20dB (line)
Input sensitivity 2mV (MM), 250mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio 74dB (MM), 85dB (line)
Output 250mV (line), 2.5V (Pre out)
Semiconductors 18 x transistors, 3 x diodes
Cabinet L12, also fits L52, L11, and L62
Dimensions 5.5"H x 16"W x 13"D
Weight 18 lbs.
Documentation
McIntosh C26 Owner's Manual
McIntosh C26 Service Manual
The History of McIntosh
Founded in 1949, McIntosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film. Offering products for two-channel stereo sound systems and multi-channel home theaters with surround sound, McIntosh continues to define the ultimate home audio entertainment...
[ Read More ]
Liner Notes
The McIntosh C26 is a glass fronted pre-amplifier featuring two phono, one tuner and one auxiliary input, and two tape loops.
Stock No.
8036589043933
