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McIntosh® 2 Channel Preamplifier
$5,500.00
At a Glance
Be prepared for future digital music technologies with the C49 Preamplifier. The C49 features our DA1 Digital Audio Module, which can be replaced by new modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. This will allow you to keep your C49 up to date with digital music formats and viable well into the future.
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General Specs
| Product Weight (lbs.) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Depth (in.) | 18 |
| Width (in.) | 17.5 |
| Height (in.) | 6 |
| Color | Black |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 Year |
General
| Number of Channels | 2 |
|---|---|
| Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced) | 16V RMS / 8V RMS |
| Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet) | 4.5mV |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet) | 82dB |
| Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet) | 40dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.005% |
| Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced) | 900mV / 450mV |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level) | 100dB |
| Voltage Gain (High Level) | 15dB |
| Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced) | 44K ohm, 22K ohm |
| Frequency Response | +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz; +0, -3dB from 15Hz to 100kHz |
| Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil) | 0.45mV |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil) | 80dB |
| Voltage Gain (Moving Coil) | 60dB |
| Balanced Input | 2 |
| Unbalanced Input | 3 |
| Phono Input Moving Coil | 1 (adjustable) |
| Phono Input Moving Magnet | 1 (adjustable) |
| Upgradeable Digital Audio Module | Yes: DA1 |
| Digital Coaxial Input | 2 |
| Digital Optical Input | 2 |
| Digital MCT (DIN) Input | 1 |
| Digital USB Input | 1 |
| HDMI (ARC) Input | 1 |
| Digital AES/EBU Input | 0 |
| Balanced Fixed Output | 0 |
| Balanced Variable Output | 2 |
| Unbalanced Fixed Output | 1 |
| Unbalanced Variable Output | 2 |
| Headphone Output | 1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) |
| Input Level Match | Yes, +/- 6dB |
| Home Theater PassThru | Yes |
| Unbalanced Analog Connector Type | Standard |
| Service Port | 1 |
| Tone Controls | Bass and Treble |
| Power Control Output | 1 Main, 2 Trigger |
| Tone Bypass and Input Assign | Yes |
| Rear Panel Data Port | 4 |
| RS232 Control Input | Yes |
| Rear Panel IR Sensor Input | Yes |
| Multi-Chassis or Single | Single, two layer |
| Power Consumption (On) | 30 Watts |
| Output Meters | No |
| Vacuum Tube or Solid State | Solid State |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17.5" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.2cm) x 18" (45.72cm) |
| Weight | 23 lbs (10.4 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 37.5 lbs (17 kg) |
McIntosh® 2 Channel Preamplifier
Model #: C49
Price Starting At
$5,500.00
At a Glance
Get to know this product.
DA1 Digital Audio Module
Supports DSD64, DSD128 & DSD256 files
7 analog and 6 digital inputs
The C49 comes with a multitude of inputs. For analog, it has 2 balanced and 3 unbalanced, along with 2 phono inputs (comprised of 1 Moving Coil and 1 Moving Magnet) for connecting turntables. On the digital side, it has 6 inputs housed in the DA1 module. The inputs are: 2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB and 1 proprietary MCT (for use with our MCT series of SACD/CD Transports). The DA1 is powered by an 8-channel, 32-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) that is used in Quad Balanced mode; it supports up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz for playback of high resolution audio. In total, the C49 has 13 inputs, and each can be given user-friendly names to simplify system setup and control.
For connecting to your amplifier and the rest of your home audio system, the C49 has 2 balanced variable outputs, 2 unbalanced variable outputs, and 1 unbalanced fixed output. The outputs are designed for easy use when bi-amping your speakers so that neither your highs or lows are inadvertently turned off. Your audio sources can be fine tuned via the bass and treble tone controls. The C49 can be seamlessly integrated into your home theater system via Home Theater Pass Through. Power Control ports allow for the easy turn on/turn off of other connected McIntosh components, while the Data Ports can send remote control commands to connected source components. Our High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) is also included.
The C49 comes complete with classic McIntosh design staples such as a black glass front panel, knobs, an illuminated logo and aluminum end caps. Pair it with a variety of amplifiers, turntables, CD players, tuners, speakers, power controllers and room correction devices to make a complete home audio system. Contact your local dealer to learn more.
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