McIntosh C34V Audio/Video Control Center Stereo Preamplifier in Walnut Cabinet - Audiophile Tested

Welcome to the gold standard of American audio royalty. Up for consideration straight from the personal collection at Sick Retro Vibes is a stunning McIntosh C34V Stereo Preamplifier / Audio Control Center, proudly housed in a genuine McIntosh slant-leg walnut wood cabinet. This isn't an estate-sale roll of the dice or some dusty barn pull. This has been my cherished, smoke-free personal daily centerpiece. It is dialed in, dead quiet, completely free of scratchy pots or channel dropouts, and delivers that legendary, effortless McIntosh warmth. Between the tactile 5-band program EQ, the built-in monitor amp that lets you drive local speakers or high-end cans directly, and that unmistakable blue-green glass glow, this is the definitive centerpiece for anyone building an heirloom vinyl setup. Core Specifications & Features: • Item: McIntosh C34V Audio/Video Control Center Preamplifier • Enclosure: Genuine McIntosh OEM slant-leg walnut wood veneer cabinet • Origin: Handcrafted in Binghamton, New York, USA • Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz (+0, -0.5dB) • Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.01% max from 20Hz to 20kHz • Built-In Monitor Amplifier: 20 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms (drives bookshelf monitors or headphones directly) • Tone Shaping: 5-Band Program Equalizer (Center points: 30Hz, 150Hz, 500Hz, 1500Hz, 10kHz with ±12dB boost/cut) • Precision Controls: Independent Listen & Record selector buses, Mode Selector, Balance, Loudness, and Headphone Jack • Advanced Processing: Built-in Compandor circuit (Expand / Compress dynamic range control) • Inputs: Phono (high-performance MM phono stage), CD, Tuner, TV, Video/Tape 1, 2, 3 Condition Notes: • Faceplate: Classic McIntosh black glass in excellent condition with crisp typography and clean illumination. • Electronics: Fully tested, smooth controls, zero static or crackling when adjusting volume, balance, or EQ bands. • Wood Cabinet: Handsome walnut veneer with solid slant legs and authentic brushed metal trim. Local audition and pickup preferred so you can see and hear it singing in person. Avoid shipping risks on fragile vintage glass! Payment Accepted: Cash, Cash App, Venmo, and Credit Card