McIntosh MC152 

OVERVIEW

The McIntosh MC152 stereo amplifier delivers 150 Watts of power into two channels at 2, 4 or 8 Ohms. Both balanced and unbalanced inputs are included for connecting your preamplifier. Our smallest current model solid state stereo amplifier in terms of power output, the MC152 is perfect for modest sized systems where higher power output levels are not needed or in home theaters to power surround channels.

"Best Amplifier" 2015 - Hi-Fi World

Featuring a space saving design with a slim 6” tall chassis, it can fit where larger models can’t. While it may be physically smaller than our other amplifiers, it's still full of all the technology McIntosh is known for and will perform to the same high standards as any of our amps. The McIntosh output Autoformer™ ensures every speaker receives full power regardless of its impedance while our unique Power Guard® circuitry prevents clipping that could damage your speakers. Our speaker binding posts provide a secure connection to your speaker cables.

"It was the combination of power, control and overall coherence that made the McIntosh work so well with seemingly all musical genres… It can be subtle and fleet-of-foot when needed – yet is just at home pounding out deep bass lines, crashing guitar chords or orchestral crescendos. Not just a cut-down version of McIntosh’s bigger power amplifiers but a great performer in its own right." Awarded 5 out of 5 Globes. - Hi-Fi World

The MC152 is completed by the classic McIntosh black glass front panel, silver end caps and a pair of large, easy to read blue watt meters that are globally recognized as a symbol of quality audio. Bring the MC152 home today and introduce your friends and family to the legendary performance only McIntosh can deliver. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output per Channel – 150W @ 2, 4 or 8 Ohms

Number of Channels – 2

Total Harmonic Distortion – 0.005%

S/N below rated output

• 118dB Balanced
• 115dB Unbalanced

Dynamic Headroom – 2.0dB

Damping Factor – >40 Wideband

Rated Power Band – 20Hz to 20kHz

Frequency Response

• +0, -0.25dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz
• +0, -3.0dB from 10Hz to 100,000Hz

CONTROL

Remote Power Control – Yes

Multi-Channel DB25 Cable – No

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Circuit Configuration – Push-Pull Complementary

Circuit Design – Solid State

Mono Bridge – No

Mono Parallel – No

Output Type – Autoformer™

Meters – Yes

Meter Light Switch – Yes

Balanced Input – 1 Stereo

Front Panel – Glass

Illumination – LED Fiber Optic

Chassis Style – Enclosed Steel

CONNECTIVITY

Speaker Binding Post Type – Yes, New Style McIntosh

WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS

Dimensions W x H x D – 17-1/2" 44.45cm x 6" 15.24cm including feet x 21" 50.8cm including front panel and cables

Weight – 75 lbs 34 kg

Shipping Weight – 85 lbs 38.6 kg

McIntosh C49

OVERVEIW

Be prepared for future digital music technologies with the C49 Preamplifier. The C49 features our DA1 Digital Audio Module, which can be replaced by new modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. This will allow you to keep your C49 up to date with digital music formats and viable well into the future.

The C49 comes with a multitude of inputs. For analog, it has 2 balanced and 3 unbalanced, along with 2 phono inputs comprised of 1 Moving Coil and 1 Moving Magnet for connecting turntables. On the digital side, it has 6 inputs housed in the DA1 module. The inputs are: 2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB and 1 proprietary MCT for use with our MCT series of SACD/CD Transports. The DA1 is powered by an 8-channel, 32-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter DAC that is used in Quad Balanced mode; it supports up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz for playback of high resolution audio. NOW AVAILABLE: Optional dealer installed upgrade to the DA2 Digital Audio Module. In total, the C49 has 13 inputs, and each can be given user-friendly names to simplify system setup and control.

"Better detail, better soundstage, better coherence... Whether I was listening to my CD collection or some hi-res, the music sounded much more lush and full of body than my current setup. It was more organic and more real." - Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity

For connecting to your amplifier and the rest of your home audio system, the C49 has 2 balanced variable outputs, 2 unbalanced variable outputs, and 1 unbalanced fixed output. The outputs are designed for easy use when bi-amping your speakers so that neither your highs or lows are inadvertently turned off. Your audio sources can be fine tuned via the bass and treble tone controls. The C49 can be seamlessly integrated into your home theater system via Home Theater Pass Through. Power Control ports allow for the easy turn on/turn off of other connected McIntosh components, while the Data Ports can send remote control commands to connected source components. Our High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director HXD® is also included.

The C49 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. It has been profiled and tested by both Roon and McIntosh for maximum compatibility. Roon will recognize it and send it audio optimized for its capabilities. No fiddling with checkboxes or dropdowns, Roon Tested devices are automatically identified and configured out of the box for a superior customer experience.

The C49 comes complete with classic McIntosh design staples such as a black glass front panel, knobs, an illuminated logo and aluminum end caps. Pair it with a variety of amplifiers, turntables, CD players, tuners, speakers, power controllers and room correction devices to make a complete home audio system.