McIntosh

McIntosh C49 Stereo Preamplifier

Name: McIntosh C49 Stereo Preamplifier
Brand: McIntosh
Price: 5500.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$5,500.00

Model #: C49
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Future-proof your digital audio experience with the C49 Preamplifier. Engineered with McIntosh's innovative DA1 Digital Audio Module, the C49 is designed for seamless upgradeability—allowing new modules to be integrated as digital audio technologies evolve. This ensures your system remains at the forefront of innovation, keeping it current and performing at its absolute best well into the future.

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Description

The C49 stands as a testament to uncompromised connectivity and performance, meticulously engineered to integrate seamlessly into your McIntosh home audio system. On the analog side, it boasts two balanced and three unbalanced inputs—plus dedicated phono inputs for both Moving Coil and Moving Magnet turntables—ensuring every sonic detail is captured with pristine clarity. The digital section, housed within the DA1 module, offers six inputs (two coaxial, two optical, one USB, and one proprietary MCT for SACD/CD Transports) powered by an 8-channel, 32-bit DAC in quad balanced mode, supporting high-resolution playback up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz. With a total of 13 customizable inputs, the C49 allows you to tailor your system with ease, assigning user-friendly names for streamlined control.

For output, the C49 delivers unrivaled flexibility with two balanced variable outputs, two unbalanced variable outputs, and one unbalanced fixed output—ideal for bi-amping your speakers without compromising high or low frequencies. It also integrates effortlessly into home theater systems via Home Theater Pass Through, with Power Control ports and Data Ports to command other McIntosh components remotely, alongside McIntosh’s High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®). Wrapped in the iconic McIntosh aesthetic—complete with a black glass front panel, precision control knobs, an illuminated logo, and refined aluminum end caps—the C49 is the definitive centerpiece for a complete, uncompromising home audio system.

Featured Specs

Number Of Channels

Circuit Design

Solid State

General Specs

Depth (in.)

Height (in.)

Width (in.)

17.5

Channels

Manufacturer Warranty

3 Year

Product Weight (lbs.)

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

What is the warranty on McIntosh Products?

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. ("McIntosh") warrants to the original owner that this product will be free from defects in workmanship or materials for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase from an Authorized McIntosh Dealer.
However, certain components have different coverage periods: vacuum tubes are warranted for 90 days, while hard disk drives and projector lamps are covered for one (1) year from the date of purchase. Additionally, where required by applicable state law at the time of purchase, the warranty period may begin on a different date as specified by law.

Do you offer service on McIntosh Products?

We do! In many cases we can service a still under warranty products in the home, however in rare cases we might need to bring it in for more extensive maintenance.

Do you accept trade-ins toward purchase?

Absolutely. We have an aggressive trade in program aimed at getting our clients to the next level. Ask one or our experts about it or submit your potential trade in gear here.