A fascinating history of an audio legend even though this book is published by mcintosh itself, it is as candidly revealing as any business history i have read from an independent publisher. Even though this book is published by mcintosh itself, it is as candidly revealing as any business history i have read from an independent publisher. Mcintosh has handcrafted prestige audio products in binghamton, ny since 1949, when the company was founded by frank mcintosh. World wide stereo brought on mcintosh soon after we opened in 1979, and some of our. Mcintosh amplifiers were and are still the best but they had to find a way to prove it to the consumer. Mcintosh is an accomplished visual artist who also worked for a major us defense contractor during the lead up to the iraq war. Mcintosh made its name as a leader in highperformance audio excellence via beautiful, powerful amplifiers and mcintosh remains firstchoice among todays audiophiles, audio engineers, and music lovers the world over.
I am a long time audiophile who has owned and has listened to a broad range of very highend equipment over the years. World wide stereo brought on mcintosh soon after we opened in 1979, and some of our original mcintosh customers still look. Mcintosh to celebrate its 70th anniversary with a special. Over the years, many famous musicians, recording artists and producers have selected mcintosh audio systems to experience music the way the artist intended. A very well written and informative look into the world of mcintosh audio. Youd be hardpressed to find an audio brand that commands more respect.
Mti100 named the audiophile apartments product of the year 2019. Mcintosh announces 70th anniversary limited edition. Mcintosh is highly recognizable for their black glass front panels, mcintosh blue amplifier power meters and iconic logo. Fiona mcintosh is an internationally bestselling author of novels for adults and children. Dec 07, 2018 mcintosh history book is also included and contains a certificate authenticating the entire system. Mcintosh group formerly fine sounds group is an american holding company specializing in audio equipment and owns the brands mcintosh laboratory, audio research, sonus faber, wadia digital, sumiko and fine sounds asia. The mcintosh mc2152 70th anniversary vacuum tube amplifier with special marking showing it as belonging to 1 of the 70 commemorative systems. But the lucky limited edition buyers get a pre and power amp with matching serial numbers, special plaques, a certificate and a mcintosh history book called for the love of music. Written by ken kessler, no stranger to the world ofhifi audio journalism, whose articles have appeared in over magazines and newspapers in more than 20. A special japanese stereo sound book was published exclusively about mcintosh. Once all of the limitededition systems are sold, the amp and. This is a passionate book about mcintosh, and people who were passionate about audio. This mcintosh amplifier appreciated in value by 88.
Reminisce with early mcintosh icons such as sidney a. She acted as a national media coordinator during the politically significant december 16, 2007 money bomb. Founded in 1949, mcintosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film. Over the years, many famous musicians, recording artists and producers have selected mcintosh audio systems for the rich quality of sound, to experience music the way the artist intended. Since 1949, mcintosh has handcrafted prestige audio products with the highest standards in performance, sound reproduction, and reliability. Corderman and maurice painchaud, as well as learning about the modern day mcintosh with current.
A fascinating history of an audio legend even though this book is published by mcintosh itself, it is as candidly revealing as any business history i have read. There were also descriptions of all the mcintosh equipment made up to 1976. Mcintosh electronics production history 1949 to 1999 ttube, sssolid state, wwatts. Mcintosh mc book overture ultimate home electronics.
Mcintosh is legacy audio you bequeath to future generations. Only 70 commemorative systems are being produced, making each a true collectors item. One of the preeminent audio brands since 1949, mcintosh amplifiers are made in america with uncompromising quality. This book contains a certificate authenticating the pre and power amps as limited edition models. Mcintosh celebrates 70th anniversary with new pre and power.
Available from mcintosh dealers and mcintosh laboratory, inc. As for the mcintosh mc312 2channel solidstate amplifier, its the successor to their mc302 300watt model. Mcintosh laboratory is an american manufacturer of handcrafted highend audio equipment based in binghamton, new york. The history of highend audio design, by gideon schwartz, phaidon press, 2019. This book gives an utterly informative view of a legendary audio brand. Sony uhph1 premium hires audiovideo player duration. The mcintosh mti100 delivers style and performance on all levels. A musical ride with the mx110z tunerpreamplifier and the mc30, mc225, and mc240 amplifiers by jeff day.
Mcintosh history book is also included and contains a certificate authenticating the entire system. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. Mcintosh history events that took place listed by year. Ive really had a lot of fun listening to vintage mcintosh vacuum tube audio electronics in my hifi system over the last year. For the love of musichave of th is hard cover book available in new and sealed cellophane wrap. A piece of sonic artistry, that provides highend sound from all the sources you can imagine, and looks great doing it. Mcintosh audio equipment models on audiogon, the highend audio community. Mcintosh electronics production history 1949 to 1999 ttube, sssolid state, wwatts, afautoformer, pgpower guard, dcdirect coupled, slslim line model. Mcintosh for the love of music by ken kessler for sale online.
Mcintosh history book complete authorized history of mcintosh a must have for every mcintosh enthusiast for the love of music the complete and authorized history of mcintosh presented on over 300 pages with hundreds of beautiful photographs and exclusive interviews with past and present employees. Jan 01, 2006 a fascinating history of an audio legend even though this book is published by mcintosh itself, it is as candidly revealing as any business history i have read from an independent publisher. Mcintosh production history mcintosh home audio for sale. Mcintosh for the love of music by ken kessler for sale online ebay. Since its inception, mcintosh has been powering some of the most important moments in music history and pop culture. Shipping by canada post parcel is included in canada. Few if any other electronics manufacturers sell for more than the original price like mcintosh does.
Dave also wrote a 53page book about his experiences. She is a travel columnist and cofounded an awardwinning travel magazine with her husband, which they ran for fifteen years before fiona became a fulltime author. One of the key significant differences between the two is the 27% increase in dynamic headroom that the mc312 has over the mc302 1. The complete and authorized history of mcintosh presented on over 300 pages with hundreds of beautiful photographs and exclusive interviews with past and present employees. 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. With mcintosh, youre not only considering today but planning for endless tomorrows. I did a lot of up front research on the as2000 and was finally convinced to pull the trigger and buy based on the quality for dollar value. Mcintosh commemorates 70th anniversary with limitededition. Mcintosh history book life style store home audio sydney. Corderman and maurice painchaud, as well as learning about the modern day mcintosh with current president, charlie randall. A great way to discover the true origins of the wonderful mcintosh sound.