Macintosh MX113 Solid State Tuner-Preamplifier

Description

📝 Overview Vintage McIntosh MX113 solid-state tuner-preamplifier in clean, fully functional condition, paired with a beautiful McIntosh walnut cabinet. This unit has been cleaned, tested, and is ready to drop into your system as the control center for a McIntosh power amp or any quality power amplifier. The MX113 combines a classic FM/AM tuner, a flexible line-level preamp, and a phono stage, giving you the full McIntosh front-end experience in a single chassis. ✨ Condition Faceplate is clean and presentable, with bright graphics and intact glass All knobs and switches are present, straight, and operate smoothly Walnut cabinet is in nice vintage condition, with normal light marks but no major chips, cracks, or structural damage Rear panel is clean; RCA jacks and antenna connections are intact and usable Dial glass, tuning scale, and indicators look great for the age Overall, this is a very nice, honest vintage example – see all photos for exact cosmetic condition 🔧 Service & Testing Recently cleaned and function-tested by Bash Vintage Audio (BVA): Exterior carefully cleaned (no harsh chemicals on glass or lettering) All controls and switches exercised and cleaned for smoother operation FM tuner tested on a strong local station – tunes, locks, and plays through both channels AM tuner tested for basic operation AUX / line input tested into a known-good power amp and speakers Phono input tested with a turntable for basic functionality Left and right channels confirmed with no obvious noise, crackling, or dropouts in normal use This unit has not been fully recapped or electronically restored; it is being sold as a clean, tested, working vintage piece, priced accordingly. 🎚️ Features Classic McIntosh MX113 tuner-preamplifier FM/AM tuner section with analog dial and tuning indicators Built-in phono stage for your turntable Multiple line-level inputs (e.g., AUX, Tape) for digital sources, streamers, DACs, CD, etc. Front-panel controls for input selection, tone, balance, loudness, and more Beautiful McIntosh walnut cabinet included Perfect match for vintage McIntosh solid-state or tube power amplifiers 🎵 Sound The MX113 delivers the classic McIntosh sound – smooth, musical, and easy to listen to for long sessions. FM broadcasts have that slightly warm, rich character vintage Mac is known for, and the preamp section does a nice job of adding body and weight without sounding dull. Paired with a good power amp and speakers, this makes a fantastic vintage two-channel front end for vinyl, tuner, and line-level sources. 📦 Included McIntosh MX113 tuner-preamplifier (main unit) McIntosh walnut cabinet Power cord (attached or included) No original box, remote, or printed manual is included unless specifically shown in the photos. 🚚 Shipping & Packing (Bash Vintage Audio – BVA) Ships from Newton, MA, USA Ground shipping only within the continental USA Shipping cost includes: Reverb insurance / buyer protection Carrier ground shipping charges (FedEx/UPS) Professional packing materials and handling time Packed carefully with dense foam and padding so the unit is well supported and cannot shift in transit No international shipping unless arranged in advance via message I have shipped many vintage receivers, tuners, and preamps and take packing very seriously so your Mac arrives safely. 📖 Please Read This is a vintage McIntosh component, not a brand-new unit It has been cleaned and tested, but not fully restored/recapped As with all vintage electronics, long-term reliability can benefit from future service by a qualified technician No returns for buyer’s remorse, incorrect expectations, or compatibility issues – please be sure this is the right piece for your system Review all photos carefully and feel free to ask questions before buying I strongly recommend watching it to see and hear the MX113 in action. 🔎 SEO / Tags McIntosh MX113, McIntosh tuner preamp, McIntosh preamplifier, McIntosh FM tuner, McIntosh walnut cabinet, McIntosh vintage, vintage McIntosh preamp, vintage tuner preamp, solid state McIntosh, hi-fi, Bash Vintage Audio, BVA

Condition notes

Excellent

year

1971-1980