Skip disability assistance statement.

Welcome to our website! As we have the ability to list over one million items on our website (our selection changes all of the time), it is not feasible for a company our size to record and playback the descriptions on every item on our website. However, if you have a disability we are here to help you. Please call our disability services phone line at (508) 771-4434 during regular business hours and one of our kind and friendly personal shoppers will help you navigate through our website, help conduct advanced searches, help you choose the item you are looking for with the specifications you are seeking, read you the specifications of any item and consult with you about the products themselves. There is no charge for the help of this personal shopper for anyone with a disability. Finally, your personal shopper will explain our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, and help you place an order if you so desire.

Airport Rotary, 491 Iyannough Rd., Hyannis, MA 02601
Contact Our Experts
(508) 771-4434
Voted #1 Best Electronics Dealer
South of Boston

Most Prices Low as Amazon's
slogan View Cart
Mcintosh Labs Logo

2-Channel Tube Preamplifier

Model # C22

Call for Our Best Price
Request a QuoteRequest Quote

Call (508) 771-4434 for today's best deal

Featuring a cool, 1960s retro design, the C22 has been updated to modern standards to deliver a performance on par with any other McIntosh preamp . Electromagnetic input switching provides reliable, noiseless and distortion free operation. Low distortion levels of all types are less than 0.08%, allowing music to be presented with total transparency and accuracy.

"A beautiful 'you are there' quality to the music" - Enjoy The Music

A total of 10 inputs include 2 balanced and 6 unbalanced along with Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono input sections with selectable resistance and capacitive loading so every phono cartridge and turntable can be perfectly matched to produce the best sound. Outputs are comprised of 1 set of balanced and 3 sets of unbalanced connections. Bass and Treble tone controls with bypass feature allow you to listen to your favorite songs at your preferred tonal balance. Power control outputs will turn a complete McIntosh system on or off using the front panel or remote control.

While featuring a retro look, timeless McIntosh design cues such as a partial black glass front panel, knobs and brushed aluminum end caps allows the C22 to seamlessly blend in with other McIntosh components to create one cohesive system.

Electronic Specifications
Number of Channels 2
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08%
Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz +0, -1dB from 10Hz 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) 98dB
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil) 60dB
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet) 60dB
Voltage Gain (High Level) 15dB
Voltage Gain (Moving Coil) 60dB
Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet) 40dB
Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced) 20K ohm, 20K ohm
Connectivity
Balanced Input 2
Unbalanced Input 6
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 1
Unbalanced Fixed Output 1
Unbalanced Variable Output 2
Headphone Output 1/4"
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 Bypass: Yes Input Assign: No
RS232 Control Input No
Power Control Output 2 Main, 2 Switched
Rear Panel Data Port 8
Rear Panel IR Sensor Input No
General Specifications
Multi-Chassis or Single Single
Output Meters No
Vacuum Tube or Solid State Tube, 6 ea. 12AX7a
Power Consumption (On) 75 watts
Weights & Dimensions
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17.5" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.24cm) x 18" (45.72cm)
Weight 27 lbs (12.25kg)
Shipping Weight 43.4 lbs (19.68kg)

Professional delivery and installation is available for every product we sell. We would be happy to coordinate delivery and installation for you.

Questions or Comments?
Call (508) 771-4434 for assistance. Click Here for Nantucket Sound location and contact information.

When it comes to buying new there are a lot of choices available to you. We merchandise our store with careful consideration, striving to carry the appropriate variety of the best brands available today. We know everything about our products and are eager to help you find anything that fits your unique needs. Let us help you find your perfect match in size, features, price, and style.

Finding the right can be a daunting task, but one well worth the effort. You'll use your new often, and they add value, style, and convenience to your home. Make sure you have the right information to help you make these important decisions. Shop with experts who can show you the best selection available and answer all your questions; come see our inventory of the latest trends and the most dependable manufacturers.

Because we know our products inside and out, our service doesn't end with your purchase. We have long standing relationships with the most popular manufacturers and all the product knowledge to help you maintain for the duration of their lives.

Shop where you can see the finest selection of the best products available today to match your budget, needs, and style. Shop where experts can guide you through the myriad of options available and can answer your every question. Shop where you get exceptional service for the life of your

Come shop with us!