McIntosh C220 C 220 Leaflet

c220

vacuum tube preamplifier

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The McIntosh C220 is an amalgamation of McIntosh’s many years expertise in tube 
design and newly developed control circuits. It has all the flexibility modern systems 
require while maintaining the highest quality two channel performance.

As an example, all signal switching is done inside glass cylinders filled with inert gas. 
These switches are located adjacent to the input/output jacks, virtually eliminating 
crosstalk. Switch cleaning is a thing of the past.

The C220 allows for electronic, independent adjustment level settings for each of the 
eight source inputs from either the front panel or remote control. Channel Balance is 
electronically adjusted and stored in memory.

Particular attention has been paid to the MM Phono Input. Its innovative circuit 
incorporates time-proven 12AX7 vacuum tubes. The brilliance of its design is 
reflected in both its simplicity and superior performance.

Bass and Treble controls are included and will prove invaluable for older recordings 
or may be bypassed when not needed.

Complete Input Versatility
7 Unbalanced High-Level Inputs
2 Balanced (XLR) Inputs
Moving Magnet Phono Input

Multi-Output Flexibility
3 Pairs of Unbalanced Outputs
2 Pairs Switched plus 1 Pair Fixed
1 Pair Balanced (XLR) Outputs

1/4” Headphone Jack

Front Panel Headphone Mute Mode

Hand Held System Remote

External Remote Sensor Jack

Fiber Optic Panel Illumination