McIntosh C55 2-Channel Preamplifier
$10,500.00
The McIntosh C55 Preamplifier is a pinnacle of sonic excellence designed for audiophiles, music enthusiasts, and dedicated McIntosh fans alike. As a torchbearer of innovation, it takes the baton from its predecessor, the multi award-winning C53, and propels your home audio experience into new realms of audio nirvana. With precision and craftsmanship, the McIntosh C55 Preamplifier proudly takes its place as a true industry leader.
McIntosh C55 2-Channel Preamplifier
Ideal for 2-Channel Audio Systems
- Type: Solid State
- 16 analog and digital inputs
- Includes DA2 Digital Audio Module
- Supports 24-bit/192kHz and DSD512 files
- 8-band analog equalizer
- Subwoofer output
- A certified Roon Tested device
- Connects with Control4 Certification
PERFORMANCE FEATURES
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- 8-band analog equalizer to fine-tune your music with precision, creating a personalized audio experience (the equalizer can be bypassed if desired).
- High Drive Headphone Amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) technology brings an added dimension to headphone listening.
- Home Theater PassThru for seamless integration into your home theater system.
- Has received Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs.
- Power Control lets you easily turn other connected McIntosh components on and off.
- Data Ports can send remote control commands to connected source components.
- Electromagnetic Input Switching for reliable, noiseless, and distortion-free switching.
- Level Trim Adjustment for matching analog input levels to prevent abrupt changes in volume levels.
- Precision balanced, digitally controlled attenuator system for accurate volume control with 0.1dB accuracy.
- Fully regulated power supplies and a special R-core power transformer for stable, noise-free operation.
- Eco-friendly Power Management System that will turn the unit off after 30 minutes of inactivity (can be disabled).
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Electronic Specifications
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- Number of Channels
- 2
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- Total Harmonic Distortion
- 0.005%
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- Frequency Response
- +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
+0, -3dB from 15Hz to 100kHz
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- Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- 16V RMS / 8V RMS
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- Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- 900mV / 450mV
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- Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)
- 0.45mV
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- Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)
- 4.5mV
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)
- 100dB
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)
- 80dB
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)
- 82dB
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- Voltage Gain (High Level)
- 15dB
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- Voltage Gain (Moving Coil)
- Selectable 40dB, 46dB, 52dB, 58dB, or 64dB
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- Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet)
- Selectable 40dB, 46dB, 52dB, 58dB, or 64dB
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- Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- 44K ohm, 22K ohm
Connectivity
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- Balanced Input
- 3
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- Unbalanced Input
- 4
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- Phono Input Moving Coil
- Up to 2 (unit has 2 Phono inputs; each is user configurable as either Moving Coil or Moving Magnet)
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- Phono Input Moving Magnet
- Up to 2 (unit has 2 Phono inputs; each is user configurable as either Moving Coil or Moving Magnet)
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- Upgradeable Digital Audio Module
- Yes: DA2
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- Digital Coaxial Input
- 2
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- Digital Optical Input
- 2
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- Digital MCT Input
- 1
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- Digital USB Input
- 1
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- HDMI (ARC) Input
- 1
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- Digital AES/EBU Input
- 0
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- Balanced Fixed Output
- 0
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- Balanced Variable Output
- 3
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- Unbalanced Fixed Output
- 0
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- Unbalanced Variable Output
- 3
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- Headphone Output
- 1/4″ High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
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- Input Level Match
- Yes, +/- 6dB
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- Home Theater PassThru
- Yes
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- Unbalanced Analog Connector Type
- Premium gold-plated solid brass
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- Service Port
- 1
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- Network Connection
- 1
Control
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- Tone Controls
- 8-band (each band adjustable ± 12dB )
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- Tone Bypass and Input Assign
- Yes
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- RS232 Control Input
- Yes
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- Power Control Output
- 1 Main, 4 Trigger
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- Rear Panel Data Port
- 6
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- Rear Panel IR Sensor Input
- Yes
General Specifications
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- Multi-Chassis or Single
- Single, two-layer
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- Output Meters
- Yes
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- Vacuum Tube or Solid State
- Solid State
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- Power Consumption (On)
- 75 Watts
Weights & Dimensions
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- Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 17.5″ (44.45cm) x 7.625″ (19.4cm) x 16.5″ (41.9cm)
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- Unit Weight
- 28 lbs (12.5 kg)
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- Shipping Weight
- 43.5 lbs (19.7 kg)
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