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McIntosh MC2301 Amplifier
McIntosh MC2301 Amplifier

MC2301 1-Channel Power Amplifier

Ideal for 2-Channel Audio Systems

  • Type: Vacuum Tube
  • 300 Watts x 1-Channel
  • Unity Coupled Circuit Output Transformer
  • Quad Balanced, Sentry Monitor™
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From the demands of massed chorale to full-on rock and roll, the MC2301 delivers the most extraordinarily lifelike and dynamic performance ever heard from a McIntosh tube amplifier. With an output of 300 Watts, it provides enough high power to drive even the most demanding loudspeaker. And thanks to our patented Unity Coupled Circuit output transformer, this full 300 Watts is available to 2, 4 or 8 Ohm speakers.

The MC2301 is the first McIntosh vacuum tube amplifier to use our Quad Balanced design. This design cancels virtually all noise and distortion in the audio signal. As a result, even when amplified to high levels the signal is effectively free of any distortion. Our fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit Sentry Monitor™ disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe operating levels and then resets automatically. Inputs for balanced and unbalanced cables are available to provide flexibility in connecting the rest of your audio system.

The attractive blue meter is flanked by two rows of output vacuum tubes that bring even more visual appeal to the front panel to go along with the knobs and brushed aluminum handles that all effortlessly blend with the polished stainless steel chassis. The MC2301 is well suited for stereo music systems. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

  • Specifications

    Electronic Specifications

    • FTC Power Output Rating
      300 W
    • Power Output per Channel
      300 W into 2, 4 or 8 ohms
    • Number of Channels
      1
    • Total Harmonic Distortion
      0.5% maximum harmonic distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to rated power, 20Hz to 20kHz
      (≤ 0.25% harmonic distortion at 1kHz)
    • S/N below rated output
      117dB
    • Dynamic Headroom
      1.2dB
    • Damping Factor
      >15 Wideband
    • Rated Power Band
      20Hz to 20kHz
    • Frequency Response
      +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
      +0, -3.0dB from 10Hz to 100kHz

    Control

    • Remote Power Control
      Yes
    • Multi-Channel DB25 Cable
      N/A

    General Specifications

    • Circuit Configuration
      Quad Balanced, Unity Coupled
    • Circuit Design
      Vacuum Tube
    • Mono Bridge
      No
    • Mono Parallel
      No
    • Output Type
      Unity Coupled Output Transformer
    • Meters
      Yes
    • Meter Light Switch
      Yes
    • Balanced Input
      Yes
    • Front Panel
      1/2" Glass with handles
    • Illumination
      LED Fiber Optic
    • Chassis Style
      Open Stainless Steel

    Connectivity

    • Speaker Binding Post Type
      Yes, 200 amp, 3-way

    Weights & Dimensions

    • Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
      17-3/4" (45.09cm) x 12-5/16" (31.27cm) (including feet) x 23" (58.42cm) (including front panel and cables)
    • Unit Weight
      116 lbs (52.6 kg)
    • Shipping Weight
      141 lbs (63.9 kg)
  • Downloads

    Product Literature User Documents
    • MC2301 Power Amplifier Brochure (0.97 MB)
    • Amplifier Comparison Chart - Monoblock and 2 Channel (0.02 MB)
    • MC2301 Power Amplifier Owner's Manual (9.39 MB)
    • Important Additional Operation Information Guide - Lithium Batteries (4.91 MB)
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