C12000 2-Channel Solid State and Vacuum Tube Preamplifier

McIntosh C12000: Two-Chassis Preamplifier Mastery The McIntosh C12000, a pinnacle of audio engineering, is a two-chassis preamplifier designed for unmatched stereo separation and sonic purity. Comprising the C12000 Controller module and the C12000 Preamplifier module, connected via high-performance umbilical cables, it embodies the ultimate in sound performance and operational ease. The C12000 offers an impressive array of 12 analog inputs, including six balanced, four unbalanced, and two configurable phono inputs, ensuring comprehensive connectivity. Phono inputs can be tailored for Moving Coil or Moving Magnet cartridges, with adjustable loading and gain settings, catering to audiophiles' specific preferences. Featuring McIntosh's Hybrid Drive™ technology, the C12000 marries vacuum tube and solid-state outputs, offering selectable audio paths to suit different media, components, and listener preferences. High-level preamplification is powered by six tubes, while a discrete balanced