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 aluminium front panel design.

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.

The C22 Mk V sits atop a stunning polished stainless steel chassis and features the timeless McIntosh illuminated logo, control knobs, and aluminium end caps. With its retro black glass and aluminium 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. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

Specifications

• 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)

    75dB

  • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)

    75dB

  • 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

    2

  • Unbalanced Input

    3

  • Phono Input Moving Coil

    1 (adjustable)

  • Phono Input Moving Magnet

    1 (adjustable)

  • Upgradeable Digital Audio Module

    No

  • Digital Coaxial Input

    0

  • Digital Optical Input

    0

  • Digital MCT (DIN) Input

    0

  • Digital USB Input

    0

  • HDMI (ARC) Input

    0

  • Digital AES/EBU Input

    0

  • Balanced Fixed Output

    0

  • Balanced Variable Output

    2

  • Unbalanced Fixed Output

    0

  • Unbalanced Variable Output

    2

  • Headphone Output

    1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD^®)

  • Input Level Match

    No

  • Home Theater PassThru

    No

  • Unbalanced Analog Connector Type

    Premium gold-plated solid brass

  • Service Port

    0

  CONTROL

  • Tone Controls

    Bass and Treble

  • Tone Bypass and Input Assign

    Tone Bypass: Yes
    Input Assign: No

  • RS232 Control Input

    No

  • Power Control Output

    2 Main, 2 Switched

  • Rear Panel Data Port

    5

  • Rear Panel IR Sensor Input

    Yes

  GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Multi-Chassis or Single

    Single, two layer

  • Output Meters

    No

  • 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 6" (15.24cm) x 18" (45.72cm)

  • Weight

    25 lbs (11.3kg)

  • Shipping Weight

    41.4 lbs (18.8kg)