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Available now for £11,995 each, the solid-state C55 and tube-based C2800 are new DAC/preamplifers from McIntosh. Both claim extensive connectivity, including seven analogue inputs split between XLR and RCA, two phono ins both selectable for MM or MC cartridges, and digital inputs on coaxial, optical, HDMI ARC and USB-B – the latter handling files to 384kHz PCM and DSD512. Balanced and unbalanced outputs (x3) are governed by a digital volume control, and joined by a processor loop for use with external EQ/room correction hardware, plus a headphone out with crossfeed adjustment. Advanced control over source and playback settings – including eight-band EQ (C55), and bass/treble tone (C2800) – is provided by McIntosh’s new Connect app, free for iOS and Android smart devices. McIntosh Labs, Binghamton, NY, USA, 01592 744710; www.mcintoshlabs.com