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McIntosh MC152 Amplifier
McIntosh MC152 Amplifier
McIntosh MC152 Amplifier
McIntosh MC152 Amplifier
McIntosh MC152 Amplifier, C47 Preamplifier, MCT450 SACD/CD Transport, XR50 Speakers

MC152

2-Channel Solid State Amplifier

  • 150 Watts x 2 Channels
  • Space saving 6" tall chassis
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2-Channel Solid State Amplifier

3 Year Limited Warranty
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  • McIntosh MC152 Hi-Fi World Best Amplifier 2015 Award
    "Best Amplifier" 2015 - Hi-Fi World
  • Hi-Fi World magazine 5 out of 5 globes award badge
  • Lyd & Bilde 5 Star Review logo
    Highly Recommended

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

McIntosh MC152 Amplifier, C47 Preamplifier, MCT450 SACD/CD Transport, XR50 Speakers
MC152 Amplifier shown with C47 Preamplifier (replaced by C49), MCT450 SACD/CD Transport (replaced by MCT500), and XR50 Speakers in Red Walnut. All units sold separately.

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 & Dimensions

    • Unit 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)
    • Unit Weight
      75 lbs (34 kg)
    • Shipping Weight
      85 lbs (38.6 kg)
  • Downloads

    Product Literature User Documents
    • MC152 Power Amplifier Brochure (3.9 MB)
    • MC152 Power Amplifier Owner's Manual (7.04 MB)
    • Important Additional Operation Information Guide - Lithium Batteries (4.91 MB)
  • Reviews & Awards

    Reviews & Awards
    • MC152 Review Hi-Fi World October 2015 (1.72 MB)

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