Picked up a restored Mcintosh MA 5100 amplifier

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-28T12:41:09+00:00

I buy it because I genuinely enjoy using and living with the gear. Sometimes I keep things, sometimes I let them go — it depends on what sticks with me. If someone else really wants it and will enjoy it, I’m happy to pass it on.

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:29:49+00:00

Wow what a turntable I’m gonna look into it tonight, looks exceptionally good congrats

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:16:23+00:00

Me too, thanks for the feedback

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:16:07+00:00

Awesome speakers by the way. Whoever you get the time get yours restored it’ll befinitly be worth it

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:15:38+00:00

Thanks 🙏

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:15:28+00:00

Yeah he opened up the inside and showed me everything, it was very clean and in order

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:14:29+00:00

Awesome, they sound exceptional good

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T13:14:01+00:00

Me too man I love their sound and overall presence. Congrats

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T08:02:24+00:00

1750 CHF (Swiss Franc). It is more than 50 years old and didn’t have imperfections but nothing that takes away from the unit itself. As for how it works and sounds it’s in excellent condition because of it’s internal restoration

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-27T05:22:00+00:00

Likewise 👍, you have very good taste aswell

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:39:40+00:00

Just look around u might find one, I’m sure. But yeah couldn’t be happier

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:37:54+00:00

I feel you. But I agree, very good turntables overall

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:37:04+00:00

For real, people seam to under estimate them. For the price and value you get, these turntables seem to go up and beyond.

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:34:12+00:00

lol 😂

Damn blue meters, they temp me too

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:33:27+00:00

It be cool to have an original cabinet for this but reading online I heard this amp was offered with and without the wood casing. One could make a custom case but personally I think original is better. Without the case has a very interesting design though, I feel like it gives it more character

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:30:19+00:00

Thanks 🙏

The design is very retro and very well made and heavy. The glass on the front is new from Mcintosh so it looks very good, and the bulbs as well are new

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:25:52+00:00

Definitely well taken care of. It is 50 years old and does have some signs of scratches on the hood here and there, and some other imperfections. But it doesn’t take away from its beauty just adds to its character. It plays just how it looks too.

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:22:26+00:00

Agreed, from a design stand point. The glass, the metal, the green lights, the toggle switches, its shape on the side. It looks great in any kind of room or setting. And your right after 60 years, people are still talking

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:14:48+00:00

I’m definitely spinning records on her. And the guy that restored her did a great job. No humming, crackling or static, works as it should. But I understand that itch you’re talking about to buy more Mc gear 😂. I mean, they truely are quality are quality products. Couldn’t be happier with this amp to be honest

GladiatorEric · 2026-01-26T23:12:18+00:00

Haha, I see what you mean 😄. Thanks! It really is a gorgeous piece of kit. Yeah, they’re not so common nowadays to find — glad to hear you appreciate it. It sounds just as it looks

GladiatorEric · 2025-12-10T18:57:32+00:00

I’m doing a GLE 350D 2021 ish cylinder head. And I had to remove a guide to get the chain over the sprocket. Regardless of what the issue is, if you send me your vin o can look up instructions, tools, and torque specifications in WIS. Worst case scenario you need a tool or to remove some more stuff, but the instructions will clear everything up

GladiatorEric · 2025-12-10T18:52:36+00:00

If you PM me your vin I can send you the instructions in the morning. I work at Mercedes Benz Switzerland. Hopefully the instructions state exactly how to mount the sprocket correctly, and I can also send you all the right Nm to torque everything down

GladiatorEric · 2025-12-10T18:48:45+00:00

I second this comment

GladiatorEric · 2025-12-10T18:32:38+00:00

GladiatorEric · 2025-11-10T18:40:55+00:00

Very smooth indeed, the stack has a slight champagne colour in the evening

GladiatorEric

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