The McIntosh C30 is considered one of the best preamps McIntosh released. Often called one of the clearest and most reliable, and this particular example is just stunning. Less than 2000 were made, but the reason they seem so rare is that owners don't want to let them go. She's a keeper.
- Production
- 1985-87
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- DM1913
- Orig. MSRP
- $1649
- Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
- Factory Specs
Type Solid-state preamplifier
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.007%
Gain 62dB (MM), 22dB (line)
Input sensitivity 2mV (MM), 200mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio 90dB (MM), 100dB (line)
Semiconductors 15 x IC, 66 x FET, 28 x transistors, 91 x diodes
Cabinet L52 (also fits L11, L12, and L62)
Dimensions 16"W x 5-7/16"H x 13"D
Weight 18 lbs.
- Documentation
McIntosh C30 Owner's Manual
McIntosh C30 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 C30 preamplifier is one of McIntosh's best vintage solid state preamps. This unit was manufactured in 1987 and it is better sounding and much quieter than the earlier C26 - C29 preamp units. It's also much more reliable, with a redesigned volume pot. The best feature of this preamp is the famous McIntosh 5-band equalizer controls which are not included on the earlier models. Nearly 1800 units were produced over the two years.
- Stock No.
- 7727183167709
The McIntosh C30 is considered one of the best preamps McIntosh released. Often called one of the clearest and most reliable, and this particular example is just stunning. Less than 2000 were made, but the reason they seem so rare is that owners don't want to let them go. She's a keeper.
Production
1985-87
Condition
9/10
Serial No.
DM1913
Orig. MSRP
$1649
Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
Factory Specs
Type Solid-state preamplifier
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.007%
Gain 62dB (MM), 22dB (line)
Input sensitivity 2mV (MM), 200mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio 90dB (MM), 100dB (line)
Semiconductors 15 x IC, 66 x FET, 28 x transistors, 91 x diodes
Cabinet L52 (also fits L11, L12, and L62)
Dimensions 16"W x 5-7/16"H x 13"D
Weight 18 lbs.
Documentation
McIntosh C30 Owner's Manual
McIntosh C30 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 C30 preamplifier is one of McIntosh's best vintage solid state preamps. This unit was manufactured in 1987 and it is better sounding and much quieter than the earlier C26 - C29 preamp units. It's also much more reliable, with a redesigned volume pot. The best feature of this preamp is the famous McIntosh 5-band equalizer controls which are not included on the earlier models. Nearly 1800 units were produced over the two years.
Stock No.
7727183167709
