{"product_id":"mcintosh-c22-mk-v-2-channel-preamplifier","title":"McIntosh C22 2-Channel Preamplifier Mk V","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMcIntosh C22 Mk V 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVacuum tube preamplifier with seven analog inputs, adjustable MC\/MM phono stages, and High Drive headphone output\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh C22 Mk V brings one of the company’s most enduring preamplifier designs into a modern two-channel system while retaining the classic black-glass-and-aluminum appearance associated with the C22 name. Its all-analog signal path uses five 12AX7A and one 12AT7 vacuum tubes, visible through a glass panel in the top of the polished stainless steel chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeven analog inputs provide considerable flexibility for both line-level and vinyl sources. Two balanced and three unbalanced line inputs are joined by dedicated Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono inputs, with adjustable impedance and capacitance for accommodating a wide range of cartridges. Two pairs each of balanced and unbalanced variable outputs can feed separate power amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eClassic Controls, Modern Functionality\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C22 Mk V maintains the tactile control layout of its predecessors with front-panel rotary knobs and rocker switches. Bypassable bass and treble controls provide adjustment in 2 dB increments, while the volume control can also adjust left-to-right channel balance. LEDs indicate the selected input and volume level without disturbing the preamplifier’s traditional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA front-panel 1\/4\" headphone output is driven by McIntosh’s High Drive headphone amplifier and includes Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD) technology. HXD blends a controlled portion of each channel into the opposite ear to restore some of the spatial presentation normally produced by loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSystem Integration\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Power Control connections can automatically switch compatible McIntosh components on and off with the C22 Mk V. Five rear-panel Data Ports allow the included remote control to operate basic functions on connected McIntosh source components, while a rear-panel IR sensor input provides additional installation flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C22 Mk V combines these contemporary conveniences with unmistakable McIntosh construction, including a polished stainless steel chassis, illuminated logo, aluminum end caps, and the retro-style glass and aluminum front panel that has defined generations of C22 preamplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNumber of Channels:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Output Voltage (Balanced \/ Unbalanced):\u003c\/b\u003e 16 V RMS \/ 8 V RMS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Level Sensitivity (Balanced \/ Unbalanced):\u003c\/b\u003e 900 mV \/ 450 mV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Sensitivity (MC, MM):\u003c\/b\u003e 0.45 mV, 4.5 mV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio (High Level, MC, MM):\u003c\/b\u003e 100 dB, 75 dB, 75 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVoltage Gain (High Level, MC, MM):\u003c\/b\u003e 15 dB, 60 dB, 40 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInput Impedance (Balanced \/ Unbalanced):\u003c\/b\u003e 44 kohms \/ 22 kohms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Moving Coil (adjustable); 1 Moving Magnet (adjustable)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced Variable Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Variable Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/4\" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Analog Connector Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium gold-plated solid brass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTone Controls:\u003c\/b\u003e Bass and treble\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTone Bypass:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Control Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 main, 2 switched\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRear-Panel Data Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e 5\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRear-Panel IR Sensor Input:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Single, two layer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVacuum Tubes:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 x 12AX7A, 1 x 12AT7\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/b\u003e 50 W\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions (H × W × D):\u003c\/b\u003e 6\" × 17.5\" × 18\" (152.4 × 444.5 × 457.2 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 lb. 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