McIntosh C22 Preamp First Look and Restoration Plan

[@OssidianOssidian]

Your father has exceptional taste.

[@sleepyoctopus]

Any change of providing an update to your project? I'd love to see the restoration.

[@TSUTENKAKU007]

I have the same preamplifier. I decided not to modify with different part. This preamplifier was made back to deliver certain tonal characteristic back when it was made with the parts available that period. If anyone changes parts, that particular sound charateristic will be gone for good. I know by upgrading with today's higher quality parts will make the preamp sounds much more sharp, clear, precise and overall better but that's not the original sound the originally creator intended back then. The only part I will consider modifying is upgrading the power supply with better rectifier and 3 cans of electrolytic capacitors for safety reason.

[@robertyoung1777]

Yes It is risky to change anything if the goal is keeping the original sound quality except safety related components.

[@zoltank2125]

No more updates on the status of this project ?

[@robertyoung1777]

Nice I have a McIntosh MC225 power amplifier that I’m considering buying a new production MC22 preamplifier to use together as a pair. I’ll guess that your father’s MC225/MC22 sound fantastic together.

[@jlsagely6892]

It belonged to your Dad? I wouldn’t sell it. But that’s just me....

[@OldTechFan]

I’m not selling it. I am restoring it for him.

[@jlsagely6892]

Ahhhh, my bad. When referred to him as “the owner”, it sounded like you meant a 3rd party. It is just gorgeous. Have fun. I’m very jealous.

[@brianpezzolla9785]

OldTechFan where are you located? I’m in Southern California with my dad’s old C22 that needs similar attention. If you’re close, would love to chat.

[@TroyPalenski]

​@@brianpezzolla9785 This guy apparently doesn't get back with people poor channel to say the least..

[@highcastle1]

Why do service guys on KZbin always talk in slow motion like they're doing Mr. Rogers?