McIntosh C2700 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

C2700

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  • 16 inputs (9 analog + 7 digital)
  • (5) 12AX7A and (1) 12AT7 vacuum tubes
  • Supports up to DSD512 files
  • Comes with DA2 Digital Audio Module installed

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McIntosh C2700 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

Following in a long line of revered McIntosh vacuum tube preamplifiers is the C2700 Tube Preamplifier. Using our well-established vacuum tube topology, the C2700 also features our advanced DA2 Digital Audio Module technology to combine cutting edge digital music capabilities with time tested vacuum tube performance.

McIntosh C2700 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

A worthy successor to our popular DA1 Digital Audio Module, the DA2 features an expanded set of capabilities. The DA2 offers 7 digital inputs including all the same connections found on the DA1 (2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB and 1 MCT) plus a new audio-only HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)1 connection. TVs with a compatible HDMI (ARC) output can be connected to the C2700 to enjoy your TV’s sound through your home audio system. Popular multi-channel audio formats from Dolby® and DTS® are supported and will be expertly converted to 2-channel audio for proper playback. The TV remote can control the power and volume of the C2700 when CEC communication is enabled in both the preamplifier and the TV. Besides these new HDMI (ARC) features found in the DA2, its USB input has increased DSD playback support up to DSD512 compared to the DSD256 limit of the DA1.

ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

  • Number of Channels
    2
  • Total Harmonic Distortion
    0.08%
  • Frequency Response
    +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
    +0, -3dB from 15Hz to 100kHz
  • Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced)
    16V RMS / 8V RMS
  • Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)
    900mV / 450mV
  • Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)
    0.45mV
  • Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)
    4.5mV
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)
    100dB
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)
    80dB
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)
    82dB
  • Voltage Gain (High Level)
    15dB
  • Voltage Gain (Moving Coil)
    60dB
  • Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet)
    40dB
  • Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)
    44K ohm, 22K ohm

CONNECTIVITY

  • Balanced Input
    3
  • Unbalanced Input
    4
  • Phono Input Moving Coil
    1 (adjustable)
  • Phono Input Moving Magnet
    1 (adjustable)
  • Upgradeable Digital Audio Module
    Yes: DA2
  • Digital Coaxial Input
    2
  • Digital Optical Input
    2
  • Digital MCT (DIN) Input
    1
  • Digital USB Input
    1
  • HDMI (ARC) Input
    1
  • Digital AES/EBU Input
    0
  • Balanced Fixed Output
    0
  • Balanced Variable Output
    3
  • Unbalanced Fixed Output
    1
  • Unbalanced Variable Output
    3
  • Headphone Output
    1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
  • Input Level Match
    Yes, +/- 6dB
  • Home Theater PassThru
    Yes
  • Unbalanced Analog Connector Type
    Premium gold-plated solid brass
  • Service Port
    1

CONTROL

  • Tone Controls
    Bass and Treble
  • Tone Bypass and Input Assign
    Yes
  • RS232 Control Input
    Yes
  • Power Control Output
    1 Main, 4 Trigger
  • Rear Panel Data Port
    6
  • Rear Panel IR Sensor Input
    Yes

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Multi-Chassis or Single
    Single, two layer
  • Output Meters
    Yes
  • Vacuum Tube or Solid State
    Vacuum Tube
    (5) 12AX7a and (1) 12AT7
  • Power Consumption (On)
    50 Watts

WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)
    17.5" (44.45cm) x 7.625" (19.37cm) x 18" (45.72cm)
  • Weight
    29.5 lbs (13.4kg)
  • Shipping Weight
    45 lbs (20.4kg)

Reviews

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2022-12-21

McIntosh C2700 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

Excellent Price. Fast, helpful, laid back customer service. Quality shipping. Never thought I would buy Amps through the mail. I was quite impressed. I'm a happy customer.

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McIntosh C2700 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

McIntosh C2700 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

  • 16 inputs (9 analog + 7 digital)
  • (5) 12AX7A and (1) 12AT7 vacuum tubes
  • Supports up to DSD512 files
  • Comes with DA2 Digital Audio Module installed