{"product_id":"mcintosh-ma6100-vintage-integrated","title":"McIntosh MA6100, Lovely Vintage Integrated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe MA6100 is an integrated amp\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that it combines a preamplifier with an amplifier. Simple enough but hold on... Nowadays, most amplifiers are integrated, but that wasn't always the case. For instance a Cary Rocket 88 tube amp is nothing but an amplifier, and it relies on a preamp to switch between different input sources, control volume and tone, and provide an initial stage of amplification. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA6100 however provides the same functions in a single package. It is a stereo amp, providing 70 watts per channel, with provision for two sets of speakers as well as headphones. It has various tone controls and it accepts as many as six inputs (Aux, Tuner 1, Tuner 2, Phono 1, Phono 2, Tape Head). \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA peek at the rear panel shows that the preamp and amp are indeed separate devices built on a single chassis.\u003c\/strong\u003e For normal operation, you connect jumpers (or ordinary RCA cables) between the preamp output and power amp input jacks... brilliant. Both components under the same hood. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo as vintage Mac pieces go, the MA6100 is one of the most in-demand. It's got plenty of power, features and good looks to make any vintage audio enthusiast blush.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular piece comes is in excellent condition. Not a \"trailer queen\" but definitely well maintained and cared for.  Only the usual signs of age from normal use all-around.  The display is in nice condition as well.  With a small blemish in the black-backed glass just under the Treble control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've had it run through front to back here by our in-house expert staff and plays ohhhh so well. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave you been looking for that centerpiece for your vintage rig? This is a fantastic option.  Or maybe thinking of restoring that old Magnavox console?  This is it right here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemos are encouraged in Andover, MA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$1,499 (plus applicable shipping and\/or MA sales tax)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holt Hill Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43476715241539,"sku":null,"price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2197\/6387\/files\/McIntoshMA610003.jpg?v=1782769614","url":"https:\/\/holthill.com\/products\/mcintosh-ma6100-vintage-integrated","provider":"Holt Hill Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}