McIntosh

Back in October, McIntosh unveiled the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition MC275 tube power amplifier, in celebration of the amplifier's 50th birthday. We're happy to say that this week at CES, McIntosh announced that the Limited Edition model is now available.

Featuring a gold-toned chassis, the Limited Edition MC275 has the same tube circuit design of the original, but adds several advanced features including a multi-colored LED display to indicate different levels of activity, as well as a new High Speed Sentry Monitor circuit that automatically turns the amp off if a tube wears out. When the tube is replaced, normal operation is restored. In addition, the Limited Edition MC275 is equipped with Power Control input and output, so on-off operation can be controlled by a simple cable connection to any McIntosh preamp or processor.Read more

McIntosh's MC275 Amplifier just turned 50 and to celebrate, the company announced the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition McIntosh MC275 tube power amplifier.

Featuring a gold-toned chassis, the Limited Edition MC275 has the same tube circuit design of the original, but adds several advanced features including a multi-colored LED display to indicate different levels of activity, as well as a new High Speed Sentry Monitor circuit that automatically turns the amp off if a tube wears out. When the tube is replaced, normal operation is restored. In addition, the Limited Edition MC275 is equipped with Power Control input and output, so on-off operation can be controlled by a simple cable connection to any McIntosh preamp or processor.

McIntosh Global Vice President for Sales & Marketing Linda Passaro noted: "In 1961, McIntosh reinvented the art and science of quality music reproduction with the debut of its original MC275 tube power amplifier. Since then, this legendary amp has continued to evolve, and set new standards for quality, musicality and reliability. Amazingly, even after 50 years, many of the very first MC275 amps are still in use and prized by their owners today. Our new Limited Edition amp celebrates the original for everything it is – and everything it has meant to generations of McIntosh customers for 'bringing their music to life.' This is truly a golden anniversary for the MC275, and years from now, music lovers who purchase a Limited Edition model will still be enjoying their investment in great sound!"Read more

McIntosh luxury audio products can be easily identified by the company's iconic "McIntosh Blue" LED watt meters -- and now they can be seen every time you check the time! McIntosh brings them to the MCLK12 Wall Clock, now available at select high-end McIntosh dealers across the country.

Designed to either hang on the wall or to fit in an equipment rack, the new MCLK12 McIntosh clock is constructed with the same sized faceplate and meters as used in the latest McIntosh stereo power amplifiers, but with illuminated digital meters for hours and minutes. It includes a long life battery for AC back-up.

The MCLK12 clock (and yes, it is just a clock - no audio) is available now for about $2,000. Visit www.mcintoshlabs.com to see where you can get your hands on one.

Do you have a home entertainment enthusiast on your holiday gift list this year? If so, consider a high-performance system from McIntosh. With a cult-like following which includes many of the world's most discriminating audiophiles and musicians – The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Grateful Dead, Antonio L.A. Reid, Les Paul and Mick Jagger – any audiophile receiving a McIntosh component under the tree is sure to be pleased. Here are some of our top McIntosh picks:

Entry-Level McIntosh (Even Fits Under the Tree!): With its classic McIntosh glass front-panel cosmetic, the compact and elegant McIntosh MXA60 Integrated Audio System is a perfect introduction to McIntosh. No-compromise build materials and meticulous engineering combine for a unique, integrated audio system that produces an amazingly "big" sound and is ready to play right out of the box. And for added audio romance, the system is uniquely McIntosh – with its blue Watt Meters and tube preamplifier. The system measures in at 22.5" L x 10.6" H, and 14.9" D. Price: $7,500; www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/1387.aspRead more

McIntosh has teamed up with Reprise Records and the Neil Young Archives on a promotion tied to the launch of the new MVP881 BR, the first Universal Audio/Video Blu-ray Player available from McIntosh Labs.

The promotion, available for a limited time, offers those who purchase the McIntosh MVP881 Blu-ray player a free in-package "Disc Zero" promotional disc featuring selected tracks from the "Neil Young Archives Volume 1" 10-disc Blu-ray boxed set, along with a coupon (valid through 2011) for a $25 discount off of the purchase of the collection.

The McIntosh MVP881 BR is compatible with today's most advanced video and audio disc formats, and supports BD-Live Blu-ray Profile 2.0 web-enabled features. In addition to Blu-ray, the MVP881 BR plays SACD and DVD Audio discs as well as CDs and DVDs. It also features an SD card reader, an RS232C interface and an Ethernet connection for BD-Live content and future software updates.Read more

McIntosh, a company well known for their high-end home entertainment systems, just unveiled their first-ever Universal Audio/Video Blu-ray player, the MVP881 BR.

Not for those wanting your average Blu-ray player, the MVP881 BR supports almost all of today's video and audio disc formats, as well as BD-Live Blu-ray Profile 2.0 web-enabled features. The unit also has an SD card reader, an RS232C interface and an Ethernet connection for BD-Live content and future software updates.

The unit features a custom designed linear power supply with R-core transformer, Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio codecs are supported, and an uncompressed, 24-bit, 192 KHz PCM 7.1 channel audio bitstream is also provided. Four 32-bit, 192 kHz internally-balanced, stereo DACS deliver 7.1 channels of audio output; a fifth DAC supplies a separate, stereo downmix. And that's just telling you a little bit of what this powerhouse offers!

The McIntosh MVP881BR will be available this month with an MSRP of $8,000.

McIntosh Laboratory just announced that their first standalone integrated audio system, the McIntosh MXA60, is now available. We first told you about this ultra high-end audio system for the home in October, when it was announced in celebration of McIntosh's 60th year in business.

McIntosh President Charlie Randall noted: "Ever since we introduced the MXA60 earlier this year, we've been receiving a great deal of interest, both from our retail partners and from consumers. In many ways, this unique system truly represents what McIntosh has always been about. It combines our ongoing pursuit of audio perfection with our commitment to utilizing the latest, most advanced technologies in products that meet – and exceed – changing customer desires. The result is an audiophile-quality system that delivers on the time-honored McIntosh promise of superior sound, all in an easy-to-use, fully integrated and compact solution."Read more

McIntosh has been around for 60 years, and to celebrate, they have introduced the 60th Anniversary MXA60 Executive System, the company's first standalone integrated audio system. This tabletop system features a high-performance 75-watt-per-channel amplifier, CD/SACD/MP3 player, vacuum tube preamplifier, as well as an AM/FM/RBDS Tuner and high performance, two-way bass reflex loudspeaker system.

McIntosh President Charlie Randall noted: "Our concept in creating the 60th anniversary MXA60 Executive System was to bring together 100% McIntosh performance in a single convenient and compact package, giving audio enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy renowned McIntosh performance in a system that's ready to play right out of the box. The result is a unique McIntosh audio system with an amazingly big sound that defies its small size."

Not for the cost-conscious, the MXA60 Executive System is available for pre-order now with an MSRP of $7500. Just remember, McIntosh has a 60 year legacy of providing discerning customers the best. And if you want the best, expect to pay for it. Find out more information on this beauty at www.mcintoshlabs.com