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  1. Ricktptman

    Seeking opinions about best place to store extra/uninstalled McIntosh glass

    Since I started collecting McIntosh pieces, I've slowly been acquiring replacement glass for them. Some I had to use immediately because of well...UPS, et al, in all their respective resplendent glory. One piece in particular, I had to replace because I did not know that the screening on the...
  2. Ricktptman

    Black slot faceplate (corner) mounting screw question

    I know some of them are 1/4" and some are 1/8" in length, the shorter to avoid hitting the panloc shaft, but are the threads for these screws 6-32? I thought I'd seen this thread here before but I can't find it through Ye Olde Google. I'm seeing some 1911 grip screws on ePrey that look close...
  3. F

    C26 Buzzing Issue

    Hi, I'm very new to audio stuff so please keep that in mind in your responses. I have a C26 Preamp that buzzes (combination of a hiss and a hum) fairly loudly in both channels, and can be heard during music playback (especially with headphones). It happens on all inputs, even those that are...
    • Finnston
    • Thread
    • buzzing help me please hiss hum mcintosh mcintosh c-26 preamp
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  4. Ricktptman

    MC2155/L52/Panloc question

    The L52 cabinet I have came with Panlocs installed and worked fine with my C28, but the 2155 appears to be too long for those Panlocs in the depth dimension. Is there an adjustment that I'm missing or do the amps take a dedicated set of Panloc brackets? TIA.
  5. Ricktptman

    Seeking advice on the best way to realign C33 tone control knobs

    I've done it many times with other (less rare and expensive) knobs on my Pioneer/Marantz restorations, but they're much easier to come by if "the worst thing" happens. One was loose when I acquired the preamp and I've corrected it so the marker on the aluminum outer part of the knob aligns with...
  6. Ricktptman

    New to me MC2255 request for assistance

    I finally crossed this off my bucket list. (I picked up a C33 as well...more about it in a separate thread coming soon...) I have discovered that the bottom plate is missing two of the gray/green screws. Does anyone know of a source for them or the parameters for replacements? Also, I'm...
  7. DrRobocop

    Feeling a shock from RCA Cables attached to MC240

    Hi all, Last night I was switching between DACs which I had attached directly to my MC240. My finger touched the end of one of the RCA cables attached to the "twin amp" output section of the MC240. I felt a significant shock (no damage done) coming from the end. I'm guessing this isn't...
  8. zkhan2

    McIntosh MC 250 - Burnt Wire/Diodes

    Schematic by zkhan2 posted Jul 5, 2021 at 9:43 PMBurn_Closeup by zkhan2 posted Jul 5, 2021 at 9:43 PMI recently hooked up my MC 250 to a MC 112. It worked wonderfully for 20-minutes and then I noticed a slow chimney of smoke coming out from the heatsink and the smell of burnt electronics. I...
  9. P

    Mc240 Cathode Follower 12ax7 tube recommendations please

    I am confused about what tubes should go into this position as I understand they get run a bit hard there. I have new production tubes and am not certain if they are safe there either. I also would like to know if those tubes should be matched and measure high GM to have maximum effectiveness...
  10. J

    I’m 100% Green to Reel to Reel and really looking to get into it.

    I (like most on this forum) consider myself to be something of an audiophile and I’m looking to get into the tape side of things. I’ve been collecting vinyl for years and am currently managing a record store, so I’m no stranger to gear and how expensive this hobby will be. I’m looking to get a...
    • Jeffbrown17
    • Thread
    • c-26 klipsch mc2105 mcintosh reeltoreel technics
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Tape
  11. J

    Seeking for L52 & L54 cabinet information for custom build

    Hello, Is there any information out there online that I could use to build custom cabinets for a MC 2255 and C29? I wanted to provide the exact specifications of the cabinets and how to install the panlocks to a friend, who is a carpenter. Also, I was wondering if there are any AK members who...
    • jervz
    • Thread
    • cabinets custom cabinets l52 l54 mcintosh
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  12. mozcho

    McIntosh Amplifiers Quality Survey

    I am a pretty new user of Mac (actually a used MC2205). It is interesting to read from the Web various comments on Mac and other brands about their longevity. There are many happy Mac users, and some sour cases too. I wish to get a general picture of this issue by making a simple survey through...
  13. Alfmonster

    MX110z Tube positions and recommendations

    Hello AK, I’m trying to get more familiar with the MX110z and have been a bit confused by the tube positions. Unfortunately most all of the tube ID is gone from the preamp. Is there something to explain this a bit more simpler than the schematic? I’ve also read that the most significant...
    • Alfmonster
    • Thread
    • mcintosh mcintosh mx110z mx110 tube mx110z tube preamp tube rolling preamplifier
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  14. centralflori

    Looking for information on Music Streamers vs DAC'S

    New to the digital music streaming devices area and want to make an improvement over my iPhone and I-Home bluetooth setup. Using an older McIntosh preamp and amp, going into various sets of speakers that I would like to hook up to play all together and separately. Looking at various options...
  15. E

    McIntosh MX113 what is the voltage source for the FM tuner?

    I am trying to remedy the FM tuner, there is no signal, no hum or noise at all. All other functions on the preamp work fine, AM is fine and everything. I am getting a reading of 3v all the back to the IF chassis but I am unsure what components actually supply the correct 24v to the FM tuner...
  16. M

    Good price for a C28 preamp and a MC7270 amp?

    I saw a local listing for this pair. Seller says they sound great and have been professionally serviced, I don’t know when. What would you offer for the pair?
  17. J

    Need help, not sure if I have this set up right.

    I just got a McIntosh 2105 amp and a C-26 preamp and I’m new to having a preamp/amp set up and have never set one up before. I have it set Up now and it’s making noise but is coming out a little on the muddy side. Used both my klipsch KG4s and my McIntosh ML-1s and it’s not sounding up to par...
    • Jeffbrown17
    • Thread
    • help mcintosh mcintosh 2105 mcintosh c-26 mcintosh help preamp solid state amplifier
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Solid State
  18. J

    Need advice on a possible gear purchase.

    Right now I have an opportunity to buy a McIntosh 2105 amp with a McIntosh C-26 Preamp and a set of McIntosh ML-1 speakers for 3,000 USD. Right now I’m using a 100 watt marantz 4300 with a set of Klipsch KG 4s. I know at 3 grand I’m getting into tube amp territory. Would I be better off getting...
    • Jeffbrown17
    • Thread
    • advice advice needed help marantz marantz 4300 mc 2105 mcintosh mcintosh 2105 mcintosh c-26
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Solid State
  19. rex_noctu

    McIntosh XR5 mid speakers

    Hi Guys, I was doing a renovation of XR 5 as they were in rather bad shape, finally I've hooked them up and got a question. Everything works fine but I don't hear the mid bass speakers (036-031), I've tested them with a battery and they work, also tested them when removed the crossover and...
  20. Bajanbmw

    Need help with Rotel RB-980BX power amp in protection.

    My RB-980BX was stuck in protection mode. I checked every component on the circuit board, replaced a couple of resistors that were slightly out of spec and replaced all the smaller caps. I could not find any issues with the output transistors with my DMM or the four large caps so I left those as...
  21. J

    McIntosh MC2255 amp and C29 pre amp - advice needed

    Hello, I'm interested in the value of a McIntosh MC 2255 amp and C29 preamp based on original single owner owns but I don't know if US$3500 or C$4500 (excluding shipping) is a good evaluation for this pair. Both of the units are working condition and still in factory condition. I'm not sure if...
    • jervz
    • Thread
    • c29 mc2255 mcintosh mcintosh c29 mcintosh mc2255
    • Replies: 30
    • Forum: Dollars and Sense
  22. C

    How to move disconnect and store a pair on MC40s?

    I am disconnecting, packing, moving and storing. I want to insure these are safe and secure for storage. I also want to ensure that there are no electrical hazards. I want to make sure there is no need to discharge the amps or any associated electrical hazards. Please share any tip on storage...
    • chewbaca
    • Thread
    • care disconnect hazard mc40 mcintosh moving preamp storage
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  23. D

    Help a Newbie, Mcintosh MX136 Won't play sub in Pure Stereo Mode

    Hi, I'm a newbie to this forum and have a decent but not expert level understanding of audio, and I'm not very experienced with AV Processors. I have a MX136 with Harbeth Compact 7 speakers and a small B&W active Sub with a crossover. The selected settings in the MX136 are Small L and R...
    • DenverJW
    • Thread
    • bower and wilkins mcintosh pure mode subwoofer
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: McIntosh Audio
  24. N

    Harman Kardon matching pre and power amps

    Hello all, followed Audiokarma for quite a while but don't do much posting. Curious as to opinions as to what to match with a HK Citation 19 power amp. Have a Citation A, Mcintosh c31v or a Luxman TP 117. Planning to use a Bogen tube tuner. Running Klipsch Fortes (recapped) and Cornwalls...
  25. P

    Help needed! MX-110Z issue with motorboating in one channel!

    Hi! This just started up that between the two phono inputs and also the tape head input on the selector, a popping noise has turned into (in particular PH1) a motorboating, woofer excursioning event that has scared the pants off me! Also it's only on the left channel It only happens during the...
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