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Mcintosh c2600 issue

I purchased a Mcintosh c2600 pre amp to match my MC452 and MCT450 not even 2 years in, the small light  (led) for the (tone) space is flickering .Not a huge deal but damn $ 6k plus and already a problem . I do love the look of Mcintosh however the most simple part of equipment is the face plate lights . Its sad to see this and to have to pay upwards of $350  plus have it sit somewhere for a month is less than inspiring and all for a 2 dollar LED . I know it seems petty but do I have to spend 150k to expect quality ? Just a rant cause I do love my main stereo system dearly and expected quality . Meanwhile I have a crappy Sony receiver still going strong after 30 years . I wish I was skilled at soldering but Im a novice . Forgive my ranting but with everything going on in America lately it seems like all is going to hell ! I hope this LED issue is the least of my problems. Just curious if this is a common issue....
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oldhvymec
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June was 50 years of Mac for me.. I was raised around Mac, JBL, Thoren, and Garrard.  My Dad bought an Edsel to.

The thing I've found out about Mac is the service is reasonable. I've never paid over 400.00 for any service or repair from Mac.

I've had a few pieces like C20s (my favorite), MC240s, 30s, 60s rebuilt head to toe.  700-1200.00 depends on what's done. 

They last forever, so far.. I've seen entire chassis rusted through, playing away.

Re Casing is available on all 30,40,60,75,225,240,275. I've always been able to find parts, glass, chassis, Knobs, wooden cases, panlocks.

It's never fun to repair a piece of equipment, but, all in all, good service for the long term.. It's great equipment.  The newest I have is a C2500, I lost the bias on the right channel behind a cable drop.. 300.00 bucks.. 2 months. Last count 28 pieces of Mac gear.

I think the flickering light is some type of mind control.. Don't stare at the light.. :-) The Mac Attack has begun..

BTW that Sony AIN'T crappy.. Sony made great gear. Some of the best SACDs ever made, ES series..

Regards
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superwhite50 OP
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Hi,no it was purchased as new with the metal straps still in place Unopened box . Some one purchased 2 and never used it so I jumped on it . Im trying not to notice the flicker for now and will get it serviced within a month or so . 
gmercer
193 posts
 
For whatever it's worth, I've never had anything but stellar experiences with my Mc products or Mc service (only needed them once, to send me new packaging, they were quick and easy to get a hold of).
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