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The C22 uses one 12AT7 and five 12AX7A vacuum tubes which can be seen through a glass panel located on the top of the preamp. Knobs and rocker switches operate all control functions while modern LED lights indicate input selection and volume level. The C22 Mk V has two balanced inputs, three unbalanced inputs, one Moving Coil, and one Moving Magnet phono inputs, for a total of seven inputs. There are two pairs each of balanced and unbalanced output connections; the two outputs allow sending signals to two separate power amplifiers.
Overview
This newest version of our C22 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier – the Mk V – is the direct replacement to our highly regarded C70 Limited Edition 70th Anniversary Vacuum Tube Preamplifier, which commemorated our 70th Anniversary that took place in 2019. The new C22 Mk V is the latest McIntosh vacuum tube preamplifier to carry the cherished C22 model number. It has all the performance of the acclaimed C70 but with the hallowed C22 moniker and its signature glass and aluminum front panel design.
The C22 uses one 12AT7 and five 12AX7A vacuum tubes which can be seen through a glass panel located on the top of the preamp. Knobs and rocker switches operate all control functions while modern LED lights indicate input selection and volume level. The C22 Mk V has two balanced inputs, three unbalanced inputs, one Moving Coil, and one Moving Magnet phono inputs, for a total of seven inputs. There are two pairs each of balanced and unbalanced output connections; the two outputs allow sending signals to two separate power amplifiers.
Bypassable bass and treble tone controls are located on the front panel and can be adjusted in 2dB increments via rotary knobs. Impedance and capacitance for the phono inputs can also be adjusted via separate rotary knobs. In addition to setting the listening level, the volume knob can also be used to adjust the relative volume balance between the left and right audio channels. The ¼” headphone jack is powered by our High Drive headphone amplifier and features our Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) technology. HXD improves the sound localization for headphone listening by restoring the directionality component of the sound stage that’s normally only heard from loudspeakers.
Our Power Control technology is included with four ports that can automatically turn other connected McIntosh components such as amplifiers, CD players or turntables, on and off. Data ports are also present and can control basic functions of connected McIntosh source components via the included remote control.
The C22 Mk V sits atop a stunning polished stainless steel chassis and features the timeless McIntosh illuminated logo, control knobs, and aluminum end caps. With its retro black glass and aluminum front panel design, the C22 Mk V will fit right in with McIntosh home audio systems of any era – from the 1950s to current day.
- It’s a direct replacement to our C70 Limited Edition 70th Anniversary Vacuum Tube Preamplifier. It has all the performance of the acclaimed C70 but with the hallowed C22 moniker and its signature glass and aluminum front panel design.
- Features (1) 12AT7 and (5) 12AX7A vacuum tubes that are visible through a glass panel on the top cover.
- Inputs consist of two balanced and three unbalanced inputs, one Moving Coil and one Moving Magnet phono inputs. There are two pairs each of balanced and unbalanced outputs.
- Includes adjustable bass and treble tone controls, plus adjustable Impedance and capacitance for the phono inputs. All control operations are done via knobs and rocker switches. Modern LED indicators denote input selection and volume level.
- Our High Drive headphone amplifier is included and features our Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) technology.
- Power Control can automatically turn other connected McIntosh components on and off.
- With its retro black glass and aluminum front panel design, the C22 Mk V will fit right in with McIntosh home audio systems of any era – from the 1950s to current day.
Number of Channels:2
Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced):16V RMS / 8V RMS
Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet):4.5mV
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet):75dB
Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet):40dB
Total Harmonic Distortion:0.08%
Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced):900mV / 450mV
Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level):100dB
Voltage Gain (High Level):15dB
Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced):44K ohm, 22K ohm
Frequency Response:
- +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
- +0, -3dB from 15Hz to 100kHz
Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil):0.45mV
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil):75dB
Voltage Gain (Moving Coil):60dB
CONNECTIVITY
Balanced Input:2
Phono Input Moving Magnet:1 (adjustable)
Digital Optical Input:0
HDMI (ARC) Input:0
Balanced Variable Output:2
Headphone Output:1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
Unbalanced Analog Connector Type:Premium gold-plated solid brass
Unbalanced Input:3
Upgradeable Digital Audio Module:No
Digital MCT (DIN) Input:0
Digital AES/EBU Input:0
Unbalanced Fixed Output:0
Input Level Match:No
Service Port:0
Phono Input Moving Coil:1 (adjustable)
Digital Coaxial Input:0
Digital USB Input:0
Balanced Fixed Output:0
Unbalanced Variable Output:0
Home Theater PassThru:No
CONTROL
Tone Controls:Bass and Treble
Power Control Output:2 Main, 2 Switched
Tone Bypass and Input Assign:
- Tone Bypass: Yes
- Input Assign: No
Rear Panel Data Port:5
RS232 Control Input:No
Rear Panel IR Sensor Input:Yes
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Multi-Chassis or Single:Single, two layer
Power Consumption (On):50 Watts
Output Meters:No
Vacuum Tube or Solid State:Vacuum Tube: (5) 12AX7A and (1) 12AT7
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS:
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D):
- 17.5" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.24cm) x 18" (45.72cm)
Unit Weight:25 lbs (11.3kg)
Shipping Weight:41.4 lbs (18.8kg)
- Remote
- Manual
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- Installation Charges: AED 450 Per Hour
- Speaker Cables: AED 32 Per Meter
- Trunking: AED 10 Per Meter
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