Admittedly, the MC3500 MKII is an audio component reserved for the highest of hi-fi systems. And even though restored vintage McIntosh MC3500 amps are out there, they’re just as more expensive ...

At the time, it was commonly referred to as a “poor man’s McIntosh ... a NY-based audio shop that specializes in buying, ...

created as a “mini” version of the McIntosh MC275, a classic piece of audio equipment. Both are pictured next to each other, above. When it comes to vintage hi-fi stereo amplifiers ...