It is the smallest mcintosh solid state integrated amplifier in terms of both power output and physical size, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or for someone just beginning to. Binghamton, ny september, 2017 mcintosh, the global leader in prestigious home entertainment and ultimatequality audio for over 65 years, is proud to announce the ma7200 integrated amplifier and mac7200 receiver. Mcintosh ma6100 integrated amplifier transistor edition series. A vintage mcintosh ma 6100 solid state integrated amplifier.
Mcintosh ma6100 power amplifier original owners manual ebay. Mcintosh ma6100 manual integrated amplifier hifi engine. For information and prices on the current line of products, contact mcintosh. Find great deals on ebay for mcintosh ma6100 and mcintosh ma6200. This listing is for a beautiful mcintosh ma6300 stereo integrated power amplifier in excellent working condition.
Audio company mcintosh manufacturers a great many things these days, but amplification has always been its mainstay. Mcintosh model ma6100 integrated amplifier 1977 this mcintosh model ma6100 integrated amplifier pairs nicely with my mcintosh mr71 fm tuner. A vintage integrated that has gained my interest is the mcintosh 5100, which i believe to be there first manufactured integrated amp. Discussion in audio hardware started by drj, oct 31. The only thing i can say that is somewhat of a dislike for me, is like with most mcintosh products, the ma6100 is so polite. The current flagship of the mcintosh integrated amplifier line is the ma7000, rated at 250wpc, weighing in at 97. Is this correct or has anyone used it in this configuration. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by mcintosh. The ma6300 is an entrylevel product and the most affordable integrated from mcintosh in over 10 years. The only thing making it not mint are a few little marks on the silverchrome on the edges of the facep. Fully restored mcintosh ma6100 integrated amplifier youtube. Mcintosh ma 6100 preamp amplifier service manual rare ebay.
This unit is of heirloom quality and made in the finest binghamton quality. The ma 6100 preamplifieramplifier requires a mounting space that is at least 15 inches deep, 1712 inches wide and 6 inches high. Although the ma7900 looks and sounds very good my hunt is still not over. Mcintosh ma6600 integrated amplifier ss hifi heretic amppreamp asylum. Mcintosh ma 5100 hey guys, as of late i have gained interest in the idea of vintage equipment, particularly amps and speakers. We recently got this mcintosh ma 6100 integrated amplifier in for a restoration. Mcintosh ma6500 integrated amp audiogon discussion forum. Mcintoshs new ma9000 integrated amplifier audiohead. I do like the ma7900 a lot, and it is a keeper for the time being. The ma6100 amp is a few years newer and it uses solidstate components, while the mr71 tuner uses tubes, but together, they make beautiful music. Im gratefull that my purchase was way below the average retail price. Mcintosh ma5100 manual solid state stereo integrated. Super heavy internal build as a mcintosh should be.
This is a real beauty, for the age it is in simply perfect condition, everything works, you simply wont find another one like this in australia. Today the company announced that a new integrated amplifier is on its way this month called ma9000. Founded in 1949, mcintosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film. The mcintosh ma8900 sports a number of features not found on competitive integrated amplifiers including. It also had a severely cracked glass faceplate, which the owner had purchased a new one to replace it. As such is sounds very much like any other mac as far as their pre amps go. Stereophonic preampamplifier ma 6100 amplmixer mcintosh audio company. Integrated amplifier mcintosh ma252 introduced by club hifi bordeaux. I know that i want to purchase vandersteen 3a speakers. I might get a mcintosh 6100 some thoughts please discussion in audio hardware started by stuwee, jun 20, 2011.
Binghamton, ny, build 19721979, 5 pictures, 36 semiconductors, united states. Remove the instrument, panloc brackets, parts bag and mounting template from the carton. Sound quality is among some of the best i have ever heard. Since i last checked the ma 6500 has sold for as much as 3,500. It has a serial number located on the rear panel of the chassis. Your ma 6200 integrated amplifier will give you many years of pleasant and satisfactory performance. Here is a brief history of the first 50 years of mcintosh products. I am looking for people who have had a chance to audition or owns the mcintosh ma6500 integrated amp. The book mainly mentions this as a way to hook up the mcintosh eq for the ml series speakers. Just cleaned and bench tested guaranteed to work correctly, 60 day non doa warranty from an.
The power transformer is good, the output transistors are shorted. For information and prices on the current line of products, contact mcintosh laboratory, inc. Mcintosh give a guarantee that the performance limits are the maximum deviation permitted. Ma7200 integrated amplifier shipping anticipated in september 2017. What 5 adjectives would you use to describe the sound qualities of mcintosh amps. You sent me some front panel bulbs for both the mr 77 tuner i purchased a couple of weeks ago, as well as my old ma 6100 preamp amplifier. The ma5300 integrated amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. Offering products for twochannel stereo sound systems and multichannel home theaters with surround sound, mcintosh continues to define the ultimate home audio entertainment experience for discriminating listeners around the world.
Ive wanted a good system for years but with a house, kid, bills ive been stuck listening to music on a computer. It has an grand sense of scale to the presentation, which manages to just get the right side of not enlarging everything fed to it. This was restored by absolute sound labs in january 2015. Mcintosh ma6900 ma6900 pre main amplifier amp check tested working used. Mcintosh ma5200 integrated amplifier the absolute sound. Do 21st century mcintosh amps sound better than 20th centurymcintosh amps.
I just picked up a mcintosh ma 6100, dont know much about it, but it was to good a deal to pass up. The mcintosh ma 6100 is excellent, but with a difficult speaker load you need a last years model with the impedance switch if you can. It is only 45 watts a channel but still a mac and isnt cheap either. The units listed here are in approximate chronological order. Mcintosh ma 6100 made 19731979 integrated amplifier. Outstanding versatility in selection of inputs and outputs for multiple tape recording and monitoring. Available exclusively for countries outside the us and canada.
The mclntosh you have purchased is a model ma 6200. I am the customer who called last week about the front panel illumination on my mcintosh gear. Mcintosh ma 6100 integrated amp hudson valley hifi. Mcintosh mcintosh ma230 ma 230 integrated amplifiers. Extensive work was done to bring this back to factory specs. I might get a mcintosh 6100 some thoughts please steve. The mcintosh ma230 is a tube amplifier integrated with a solid state preamp. Mcintosh integrated amplifiers roger russell, mcintosh. Our largest integrated in both size and power, it offers 300 watts per channel and combines our amplifier and preamplifier expertise into one comprehensive unit. Mcintosh ma 6100 amplifier the finest pre amplifier power amplifier combination. I was thinking of putting in tubes or just fixing it.
Great amp for serious 2channel, audiophile stereo system and recording studio use. Mcintosh home audio for sale, mcintosh labs used audio equipment. The ma6100 probably sounds better then most integrated amplifiers today 2018 and certainly looks better and is much better built. Now im finally able to start saving a little every month for a dream system. Havent worked on transistors for a while, so i thought i would give it a go.
Provide additional space for the air flow across the bottom of the ma 6100 and a means for warm air to escape at the top. Hybrid solid state preamp and tube power amplifier. Mcintosh ma 6100 integrated amplifier ss by surascent looking for a new amp or preamp. You can even duplicate tapes from one recorder to another while listening to yet a different program source such as records or tuner. Mcintosh ma5300 stereo integrated amplifier best of high end. I was wodering about what integrated amp i should save for. Like all mcintosh products, it produces a big sound, but not big and brash, just big. For audiophiles who want the cutting edge of convenience, control, and durability, there are few other components that can match the ma8900. It was the first all solid state integrated that mac produced. You also generously included a set of feet for my old ma 6100. I got me a mcintosh ma 6100 off of ebay in a non working condition.
Anyway my questions is if the jumpers from the preamp to the amp are removed, i am assuming that you can use it as just a preamp. Mcintosh ma6100 restored by absolute sound labs solid. I know they are built to last, retain their value, and have cool blue meters, but i dont know much about their sonic qualities. Original mcintosh ma 6100 preamp amplifier service information booklet. Images are not overlarge, but the soundstage the ma5200 presents is far larger than most. We promise you that the ma5100 you buy must be capable of performance at or exceeding these limits or you get your money back. View and download mcintosh ma 6100 owners manual online. Mcintosh ma6100 vintage amplifier classifieds audio. Its not only very informative and intuitively laid out, but its a great looking book too. Powerful, phat sounding and versatile, mcintosh, ma6100 integrated amplifier. Find great deals on ebay for mcintosh ma6300 and mcintosh amplifier. To purchase ma5100 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an authorised retailer. To mcintosh devotees, the hallmark blue meters are an endearing and unique design feature. The ma9000 integrated amplifier can you help you achieve audio perfection.
Fatigue free listening with a dead quiet background. So you can say it was a first for mac and may not be the best that mcintosh has ever offered. Up for sale is a mcintosh ma6100 integrated stereo amplifier. Stereophonic preampamplifier ma 6100 amplmixer mcintosh au.
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