Founded in 1949 in Binghamton, New York, McIntosh Laboratory is a high-end audio equipment manufacturer known for its signature black glass panels and iconic 'McIntosh Blue' meters. The company handcrafts amplifiers, preamplifiers, speakers, and turntables at its Binghamton factory with over 150 employees. In November 2024, Bose Corporation acquired McIntosh Group, though the brand continues operations from its longtime New York headquarters.
Founded: 1949
The collaboration between McIntosh and Virgil Abloh materialized with the launch of the MA8950 Integrated Amplifier Concept in signature orange paint.
Designed during the pandemic, the amplifier reflects Abloh's creative vision and McIntosh's expertise in audio equipment.
The MA8950, with specifications akin to the MA9500 but with reduced inputs and power, highlights technical precision.
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The McIntosh CR106 is an advanced pre-amplifier and audio matrix designed for high-quality multiroom audio with six customizable zones.
Featuring Dante network compatibility, the CR106 supports up to 30 zones when chaining multiple units, offering extensive scalability for home audio setups.
Each zone is equipped with two stereo outputs, subwoofer connections, and supports four analog and four digital inputs, ensuring versatile audio configurations.
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Audio Advice Live 2025 is held from August 1-3, showcasing top-tier A/V equipment and expert sessions in Raleigh, NC.
The event includes 60+ experience rooms, 12 Dolby Atmos setups, and a variety of home entertainment technologies.
Notable sessions include discussions on room acoustics, turntable optimization, and projector-screen matching.
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Chesky Records' entire catalog is now available on Qobuz in high-resolution formats, including 24-bit/96kHz and 24-bit/192kHz audios.
Renowned artists, such as Ron Carter and Macy Gray, feature prominently in this collection, showcasing diverse genres like jazz, classical, and blues.
The label employs advanced techniques like 128x oversampling, offering an immersive three-dimensional soundstage experience for listeners.
Bose acquires McIntosh, surprising the audio community with a luxury-focused strategic move.
Acquisition driven by Bose's ambition to enter the high-end automotive audio market.
Concerns arise over potential dilution of McIntosh's heritage and craftsmanship.
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C55 features an 8-band analog equalizer for precise audio tuning and adaptation to room acoustics.
C2800 uses vacuum tube technology for warm, immersive sound with minimal noise and distortion.
Both models offer extensive connectivity with 16 inputs, supporting diverse audio setups.
The setup emerges as a finely tuned array of high-fidelity components, each selected and arranged to create a seamless confluence of clarity and warmth.
Welcome to a space where the fusion of sound and design comes to life, the Distinctive McIntosh Home Theater Ensemble at HiFi-Profis in Frankfurt. This isn’t just any home theater—it’s a careful
2,000 watts per channel with unique tri-chassis design for interference-free sound.
Sleek stainless steel and black glass design with iconic McIntosh logo and blue power indicator.
Limited first 75 units feature exclusive "75 Years" anniversary badges for collectors.
This high-fidelity haven showcases a McIntosh MC352 amplifier's sheer power coupled with the detailed clarity of B&W 803D3 speakers, presenting an audio experience that’s as pure as it is powerful.
Old school McIntosh and Bozak system Bi-amped Bozak B-4000 Symphony speakers with Mac 2205 and Mac 2105 controlled through Mac C-28 pre-amp. Mac MI-3 and Mac MR-77 FM tuner.
Imagine a setup that's a jack-of-all-trades for entertainment. It's not just any system, but one that brilliantly handles gaming, immerses you in music, and turns movie nights into a cinematic event.
Pure McIntosh setup. Sounds amazing. The only issue is OEM cable which is too long but looks blessing.