McIntoshMC7270usedMcIntosh MC7270 Vintage Solid State Amplifier - One of our Favorites!**Please click here to check out our newly launched SkyFi Audio website with additional items for sale** The 7270 is by FAR one of our favorite vintage amps from McIntosh.Aesthetically it meets all...5499.00

McIntosh MC7270 Vintage Solid State Amplifier - One of our Favorites!

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Ships fromGlen Rock, NJ, 07452
Ships toUnited States
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Shipping carrierUPS
Shipping cost$109.00
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**Please click here to check out our newly launched SkyFi Audio website with additional items for sale**

The 7270 is by FAR one of our favorite vintage amps from McIntosh.

Aesthetically it meets all the requirements - large chassis, big blue meters, glass/metal faceplate and BIG power.

This particular sample is in great shape and passed all of our internal tests with ease.

This listing also includes the original wooden cabinet, which is very hard to find in this condition.

Both will ship in a new McIntosh made double box to ensure safe transport to your home or office.

McIntosh MC7270 Owner's Manual

Stereophile MC7270 Review from 1987

McIntosh MC7270 Service Manual

Specifications:

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE
Performance Limits are the maximum deviation from perfection permitted for a Mclntosh instrument. We promise you that when you purchase a new MC 7270 from a Mclntosh franchised dealer, it will be capable of or can be made capable of performance at or exceeding these limits or you can return the unit and get your money back. Mclntosh is the only manufacturer that makes this statement.

PERFORMANCE
Mclntosh audio power ratings are in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission Regulation of November 4, 1974 concerning power output claims for amplifiers used in home entertainment products.

POWER OUTPUT
STEREO
270 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power output, per channel, both channels operating into 1 ohm, 2 ohms, 4 ohms, or 8 ohms load impedance, which is: 
16.4 volts RMS across 1 ohm 
23.2 volts RMS across 2 ohms
32.9 volts RMS across 4 ohms
46.5 volts RMS across 8 ohms

MONO-BRIDGE
540 watts minimum sine wave continuous average
power output into 2 ohms, 4 ohms, 8 ohms, or 16 ohms load impedance, which is:
32.9 volts RMS across 2 ohms 
46.5 volts RMS across 4 ohms 
65.7 volts RMS across 8 ohms 
93.0 volts RMS across 16 ohms

OUTPUT LOAD IMPEDANCE
STEREO
1 ohm, 2 ohms, 4 ohms, and 8 ohms; separate terminals
are provided for each output. 

MONO-BRIDGED
2 ohms, 4 ohms, 8 ohms, or 16 ohms, balanced to ground.

RATED POWER BAND
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz

TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
STEREO
0.02% maximum harmonic distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to 270 watts per channel from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz, both channels operating.

MONO
0.02% maximum harmonic distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to 540 watts from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.

INTERMODULATION DISTORTION
STEREO
0.02% maximum if instantaneous peak power output is 540 watts or less per channel with both channels operating for any combination of frequencies, 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz,

MONO
0.02% maximum if instantaneous peak power output is 1080 watts or less for any combination of frequencies, 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE (AT ONE WATT OUTPUT)
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz +0 -0.25 dB. 
10 Hz to 100,00 Hz +0 - 2 dB.

NOISE AND HUM
100 dB below rated output.

RATINGS
DAMPING FACTOR
Greater than 30

INPUT IMPEDANCE
20,000 ohms.

INPUT SENSITIVITY
Switchable: 0.75 volt or 2.5 volts-level control provided for higher input voltages.

POWER GUARD
Clipping is prevented and THD does not exceed 2% with up to 20 dB overdrive a 1 kHz.

GENERAL INFORMATION 
POWER REQUIREMENTS
120 volts 50/60 Hz; 13 amps.

SEMICONDUCTOR COMPLEMENT
79 silicon transistors
31 silicon rectifiers and diodes
7 integrated circuits

MECHANICAL INFORMATION 
SIZE
16 3/16 inches wide (41.1 cm) by 7 1/8 inches high (18.1 cm) by 14 1/2 inches deep (36.8 cm), including connectors. Knob clearance required is 1 1/4 inches (3.2 cm) in front of mounting panel.

FINISH
The front panel is a combination of glass and black anodized aluminum. The chassis is black.

WEIGHT
82 pounds (37.2 kg) net, 96 pounds (43.5 kg) in shipping carton.

The SkyFi Testing Process for Solid State Amplifiers:

We start with a visual inspection of all internal components to make sure there are no signs of stress or aging. Capacitors are checked for telltale sings of bulging or leaking, resistors are checked for signs of overheating or cracking, and transistors are checked for signs of stress or damage. 

We then power up the unit carefully and run a simple 1k sine wave while monitoring the output on an oscilloscope for signs of distortion or noise. Finally, we run the amplifier to its full rated power into the appropriate resistive load provided by our Sencore amplifier tester. If there is an issue, it will usually be noticeable at this point. If everything reads clean, we will often test for THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) measured by our Keithley distortion meter, and compare it against the original manufacturers specifications. The amplifier then remains powered on to "burn in" on our test bench for a few hours to make sure there are no heat related issues. If there are balanced inputs available they will be also be tested.

Final testing involves pushing actual music thorough the amplifier. We've learned over time that some issues are only noticeable to a trained ear while listening to familiar source material. Our test bench has reference vintage KEF speakers that we're very familiar with which quickly reveal any discrepancies. Some amplifiers will then move into our listening room where they are tested with our in-house reference speakers of choice.

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PURCHASING FROM SKYFI:

This item will be professionally packaged and insured for safe transit to your home unless you opt for local pickup from our shop. Please note that all local pickup items are only wrapped with industrial strength clear cling stretch wrap if the original manufacturer packaging is unavailable.

Local pickup is available in Glen Rock, NJ, just a half hour drive from Midtown Manhattan, with convenient parking near our building.

And if you’re looking to ship to Canada, simply follow this link to view and purchase this item. We ship to Canada via UPS Worldwide Expedited service and you’re responsible for any applicable import duties and taxes.

If we don’t have the original manufacture’s packaging, we use heavy duty double-ply corrugated boxes with custom made to your item Instapak expanding foam custom inserts. In many cases this has proven to be better than the original packaging! We also use high quality fiber reinforced tape to seal our packages. Lightweight items will be bubble wrapped and shipped in a high-quality box. 

Click here for specifics on our specialized packing process that separates us from the rest.

NJ Residents or anyone picking up without a resale certificate will need to pay NJ Sales Tax.

Thanks for looking and be sure to call us at 201-879-0000 with any questions. 

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WHO WE ARE:

SkyFi Audio is a small startup business specializing in the purchase, reconditioning, and reselling of select high-end audio equipment. We only buy equipment the we admire and are passionate about. No mid-fi, no gimmicks, no junk.

Each piece of equipment is cosmetically restored and fully tested in our well-equipped lab by an engineer with 30+ years of experience in the HiFi world. If it does not meet or exceed the original manufactures specifications, it will not be sold. We are very selective about the equipment we purchase, focusing on mostly analog, high-build quality, American, and European built units.

Through our sister company which is an authorized dealer for McIntosh, Audio Research, Sonus Faber, ClearAudio, Pro-Ject Audio Systems, and Sony ES, we have access to OEM parts, service, and support. If you’re local and looking for new equipment from the above-mentioned manufacturers, please drop us a line as we can arrange both sales and professional installation in the tri-state area.

PURCHASING GUIDELINES:

We do not accept or review any offers that do not go through the official Audiogon system. We have too many items for sale and it’s nearly impossible to keep track of offers outside of the official system. Please don’t message, email, or text any offers. 

PAYMENTS:

We prefer working through PayPal which allows you to use a credit card, bank transfer, and their special financing to spread out payments over six months. We do not charge extra for any PayPal fees if you purchase the item at the asking price. You can also send us a personal check (which will need to clear before shipping), certified check, money order, or bank wire transfer. International clients without access to PayPal should use a bank wire transfer. 

If you’re picking up an item, we do not accept PayPal. You must pay in person with a certified check, bank check, or wire transfer. If you make a PayPal payment and are picking up the item, your PayPal payment will be returned. 

TRADE IN POLICY:

We accept trade-ins of equal or lesser value under certain conditions. Simply click here to submit your gear for full consideration. We will only consider high-end equipment from mainstream manufacturers such as McIntosh, Mark Levinson, Audio Research, Krell, etc. and will typically pass on displays, projectors, receivers, dated surround processors, and mid-fi equipment of any type. We will offer a fair value for your equipment, but keep in mind we’re running a business and will need to be able to resell the equipment at a profit after investing a great deal of time and resources in testing, certifying, repairing, cleaning, and packaging the incoming equipment. If you’re looking for top dollar, we suggest selling direct on your own.

SELL US YOUR GEAR (Working or Broken):

We’ll also purchase your used or broken gear and arrange pickup if you’re in our local market. Simply click here to submit your gear for full consideration.

SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT:                                                                                                     

We are currently operating from our shop inside our dedicated building in Glen Rock, NJ. You’re welcome to make an appointment if there’s a piece of equipment you’d like to see in operation before or after purchase. We have several well-equipped and dedicated listening areas, plus a dedicated listening studio with tons of equipment of all makes and models. We’re not a store, so please don’t make an appointment if you’re just curious as to how a speaker or piece of equipment sounds. In essence - no tire kickers please.

You can call or text 201-879-0000 with any questions or to schedule an appointment. We can also arrange to install, calibrate, and tune your newly purchased gear in your listening room if you’re local to our area. This is super useful when purchasing large speakers or heavy amplifiers. It’s also great for ensuring your new turntable is setup correctly in its final resting place.

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