Well one cannot argue that the MR85 is a really nice looking piece. I've often wondered just how good McIntosh tuners really were after the days of the tuner wars passed. IE - Did it ever get better than the MR80? An MR85 would sure look nice with my C200!. Product: McIntosh MR85 Stereo AM / FM Tuner; MR-85Product SKU: 40340Serial Number: SE1507Voltage: 120VCosmetic Description: 9/10 Excellent condition with no notable blemishes. What is Included: Tuner, RAA1 AM antenna, Antenna cable, Power cable, Factory packagin.
The McIntosh MR85 is an advanced design AM/FM Tuner with many desirable performance features to enhance your enjoyment of radio broadcasts. There are three modes of tuning to an AM/FM Broadcast Station.. Issue No. 37 of hi-fi+ has a review of the McIntosh MR85 tuner. A very good writeup with the reviewer wanting to sample some more McIntosh gear. The comment about the "odd styling of the McIntosh" makes one pause considering the odd appearance of the Spj Alba turntable and Lyla tonearm.