MCINTOSH C 2700

High-End McIntosh Single Chassis Tube Stereophonic Preamplifier with Integrated DAC

The C2700 Tube Preamplifier follows a long tradition of highly regarded McIntosh tube preamplifiers. It also features the advanced DA2 Digital Audio Module technology, which combines cutting-edge digital capabilities with the proven performance of vacuum tubes.

A worthy successor to the popular DA1 Digital Audio Module, the DA2 offers an expanded set of features. The DA2 has 7 digital inputs, including all the same connections found on the DA1 (2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB, and 1 MCT), plus a new HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)1 audio-only connection. TVs with a compatible HDMI (ARC) output can be connected to the C2700 to enjoy the TV sound through your home audio system. Popular multichannel audio formats from Dolby® and DTS® are supported and will be 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 on both the preamplifier and the TV.

The DA2 is powered by a next-generation, audiophile-grade, Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) that provides improvements in both dynamic range and total harmonic distortion compared to the DA1. The coaxial and optical inputs in the DA2 can decode digital music up to 24-bit/192kHz for high-resolution audio playback. Finally, the DA2 has a McIntosh-exclusive MCT input that provides a secure DSD connection to any of our MCT series SACD/CD Transports to deliver the best possible sound quality from your SACD high-definition audio.

For analog music, the C2700 has 9 inputs consisting of 3 balanced connections, 4 unbalanced connections, along with 1 Moving Coil and 1 Moving Magnet phono input to connect one or two turntables. With a total of 16 inputs, the C2700 offers an almost infinite number of connections to accommodate all your music sources. The dual chassis design keeps the analog and digital sections separate to avoid signal interference. Outputs include 3 variable balanced outputs, 3 variable unbalanced outputs, and 1 fixed unbalanced output.

Bass and treble tone controls are included and can be adjusted in 2 dB increments. The ¼” headphone jack is powered by our High Drive Headphone Amplifier, which can drive almost any pair of headphones; the Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) is included and adds an extra dimension to your personal listening session when activated. The Home Theater Pass Through feature allows easy integration of the C2700 into your home theater system. Power Control ports allow you to turn other connected McIntosh components on and off, while Data Ports send remote control commands to connected source components.

All of the C2700’s audio technology is packed inside the signature McIntosh design, highlighted by a black glass front panel backlit by direct LED lighting, blue meters, rotary knobs, an illuminated logo, aluminum end caps, and a polished stainless steel chassis. The 6 captivating vacuum tubes are visible through a glass panel located on top of the preamplifier. It can be paired with a variety of amplifiers, CD players, turntables, tuners, media streamers, room correction devices, power controllers, and speakers to complete your home audio system.

Technical 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 Voltage Out (Balanced / Unbalanced): 16V RMS / 8V RMS
• High Level Sensitivity (Balanced / Unbalanced): 900mV / 450mV
• Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced): 44K ohm, 22K ohm
• Phono Sensitivity (Moving Coil): 0.45mV
• Phono Sensitivity (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
• Power Consumption (On): 50 Watts
• 16 Inputs (9 Analog + 7 Digital)
• (5) 12AX7A Tubes and (1) 12AT7 Tube
• Supports Files up to DSD512
• Comes with DA2 Digital Audio Module Installed
• Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 17.5" (44.45 cm) x 7.625" (19.37 cm) x 18" (45.72 cm)
• Unit Weight: 29.5 lbs (13.4 kg)