McINTOSH C 35 System Control Center Stereo Pre Amplifier Vintage WORK Good Look

McINTOSH C 35 System Control Center Stereo Pre Amplifier Vintage WORK Good Look

100% original item made in USA work on 220/240 volts

Condition as new from the collection, works perfect without any problem

The McIntosh C35 is a solid-state stereo preamplifier manufactured between 1989 and 1992, renowned for its build quality and the warm sound that is characteristic of the brand. Below are its technical specifications:

Technical Specifications of the McIntosh C35

• Type: Stereo solid-state preamplifier

• Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)

• Total harmonic distortion (THD): 0.002% max from 20 Hz to 20 kHz

• Gain:

• 60 dB (phono MM input)

• 20 dB (line inputs)

• Input sensitivity:

• 2.5 mV (phono MM)

• 250 mV (line)

• Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted):

• 90 dB (phono MM)

• 105 dB (line)

• Input impedance:

• 47 kΩ and 65 pF (phono MM)

• 22 kΩ (line)

• Output:

• 2.5 V nominal (pre out)

• 8 V max (pre out)

• Output impedance:

• 600 Ω (unbalanced)

• 6000 Ω (balanced)

• Tone controls: 5-band equalizer with ±12 dB adjustment at 30 Hz, 150 Hz, 500 Hz, 1.5 kHz, and 10 kHz

• Semiconductors:

• 122 transistors

• 35 integrated circuits

• 112 diodes

• Dimensions: 410 mm (W) × 138 mm (H) × 330 mm (D)

• Weight: 8.2 kg (18 lbs)

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🧰 Key Features

• Motorized volume control: Allows precise adjustments via remote or front panel.

• 5-band equalizer: Offers detailed tone shaping to suit listener preferences or room acoustics.

• Active loudness control: Adjusts frequency response to maintain balanced sound at different volumes.

• Integrated headphone amplifier: Provides high-fidelity headphone output.

• Versatile connectivity: Includes balanced and unbalanced inputs/outputs, plus connections for tape recorders and signal processors.

• Remote control: (NOT AVALIABLE) Infrared remote functionality and compatibility with McIntosh remote sensors for multi-room control.

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The McIntosh C35 is highly valued by audiophiles and collectors for its classic design, robust build, and exceptional sound quality. Although it’s a discontinued model, it remains a standout option in the high-fidelity secondhand audio market.

Compatible with :

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