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McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier

MA12000

2-Channel Hybrid Integrated Amplifier

  • Includes our Hybrid Drive™ technology that uses the best of vacuum tubes and solid state to produce the best sound performance
  • Vacuum tube preamplifier and solid state power amplifier
  • 350 Watts x 2 channel
  • 8-band tone control
  • 17 inputs (10 analog + 7 digital)
  • Comes with DA2 Digital Audio Module installed
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  • McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier Hi-Fi i Muzyka 2022 Product of the Year Award
  • Stereo Sound Grand Prix 2021 logo
  • StereoNET Applause Award
  • Haute Fidelite reference logo
  • Roon Tested logo

The fully loaded, hybrid MA12000 Integrated Amplifier is a product of uncompromising audio engineering and expert craftsmanship. Our most powerful integrated amplifier ever, the feature rich MA12000 offers 350 Watts per channel of clean, high performance power that produces a breathtaking home audio experience. You will think your favorite musicians are playing a live, in-person performance in your house.

McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier

The MA12000 includes our Hybrid Drive™ technology that uses the best of vacuum tubes and solid state to produce the best sound performance. It gives you the warm nuances of a vacuum tube preamplifier (or valve preamplifier as some of our friends like to say) combined with the speed and raw power of a solid state amplifier, state-of-the-art digital audio capabilities, and enough analog audio connections for virtually any home music system.

"Even-tempered, effortlessly powerful and very sweet… a striking looking, bang-up-to-date muscle amp with great sound… a one-stop shop for all your audio needs." Winner of the prestigious Applause Award. - StereoNET UK

The MA12000 is a hybrid design with the preamplifier section powered by (4) 12AX7A vacuum tubes (2 tubes per audio channel), while the 350 Watt power amplifier section employs a solid state design. Our Autoformer™ technology guarantees your speakers will always be capable of receiving that full 350 Watts whether they have 2, 4 or 8 Ohm impedance. 

McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
The vacuum tubes for the preamplifier section are located between the Watt meters. Also shown are the knobs for the eight-band analog tone control.

"An excellent integrated, one with which you can end the search for your dream sound. The McIntosh MA12000 sounds perfect." Winner of 2022 Integrated Amplifier Product of the Year - Hi-Fi i Muzyka

There are 10 analog inputs on the MA12000 consisting of 2 balanced and 6 unbalanced inputs, plus 1 Moving Coil and 1 Moving Magnet input for connecting a turntable. Both phono inputs feature adjustable loading for fine tuning the MA12000 to your specific turntable configuration so your vinyl collection sounds just right. All the unbalanced analog connectors are constructed from premium gold-plated solid brass for superior signal handling and grounding. The MA12000 also has 1 balanced and 1 unbalanced output if you ever want to connect to an additional amplifier that's used in a different part of your residence.

McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier

For digital music, the MA12000 comes with our DA2 Digital Audio Module factory installed. Located in the DA2 are 7 digital audio inputs: 2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB and 1 MCT (for use with our MCT series of SACD/CD Transports), and 1 audio-only HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)1 connection. The DA2 is powered by a next generation, Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). This audiophile-grade DAC features improved dynamic range and improved total harmonic distortion. The DA2 supports high resolution digital audio playback, as the USB input supports native playback of up to DSD512 and DXD up to 384kHz, while the coax and optical inputs can decode digital music up to 24-bit/192kHz.

"Across all styles of music, the MA12000 is capable of surprising, astonishing, impressing and moving, regardless of the medium used... The MA12000 reinvents the superlative, powerful, complete, beautiful and ultra-musical modern integrated." Winner of Reference Award. - Haute Fidélité

The HDMI (ARC) input allows TVs with a compatible HDMI (ARC) output to be connected to the MA12000 and your home stereo system to bring a new level of audio performance to your TV and movie watching that TV speakers or soundbars just can't provide. Popular multi-channel audio formats from Dolby® and DTS® are supported and will be expertly converted to 2-channel audio for proper playback. When CEC communication is enabled in both the MA12000 and your TV, your TV remote can control the power and volume of the MA12000. The DA2 can be replaced by future modules to keep your MA12000 up to date as new digital audio formats and technologies are developed.

"The McIntosh MA12000 has become, in its own right, the new king of integrated amplifiers, somehow, they come to coexist in the same body: the strength, the toughness and the power of Arnold Schwarzenegger, with the finesse and beauty of Grace Kelly." - Francisco del Pozo (see also his YouTube review)

The DA2 has received Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs, which can be especially useful if you have an extensive library of digital music. As a Roon Tested partner, McIntosh has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers, and shared information about its design and capabilities.

McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier

The top of the MA12000 is highlighted by some updated industrial design elements. The Autoformers and power transformer are now contained in a new glass topped enclosure capped by a glass name plate encircled with a decorative trim ring. Key performance specifications and a detailed block diagram are printed on 5 glass panels.

"The McIntosh MA12000 integrated amplifier is a fabulous performer. As a preamplifier and amplifier, it offers superb power reserves with incredibly full and powerful bass combined with top-to-bottom natural warmth, tone and timbre... It brings together warmth, fullness, smoothness and forgiveness with a clarity, detail, and sufficient treble definition presence to satisfy both music lovers and audiophiles." - NOVO Magazine

McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsink.

Other MA12000 features include:

  • Power Guard® that monitors the output signal for over driving and makes real time micro adjustments to the input signal to prevent harsh sounding clipping that could potentially damage your speakers
  • Our fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit Sentry Monitor™ that disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe operating levels and then resets automatically when operating conditions return to normal
  • A pair of peak responding, trademarked "McIntosh Blue" Watt meters that indicate the real time power output of each audio channel
  • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™ which are connected to advanced high current output transistors that minimize thermal equilibrium lag (or warm-up) time and help keep the MA12000 running cool
  • Home Theater PassThru that allows for seamless integration into a home theater system
  • Our patented Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts that easily but securely attach the speaker cables to prevent them from coming loose and possibly causing a short; the binding posts are also gold-plated to prevent corrosion and ensure a quality signal is sent over your speaker cables to your speakers
  • A discrete, eight-band tone control that allows for advanced manual analog adjustment of your favorite recordings
  • High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) which can bring an added dimension to headphone listening
  • Power Control to send power on/off signals to connected McIntosh components for easy system power up and shutdown
  • Doubling of filter capacity compared to our other integrated amplifiers for even better low frequency performance
  • The latest audio-grade circuit components to deliver the best sound possible
  • Powerful control microprocessors to improve overall system operation
  • Easy operation via front panel controls or the included comprehensive remote control
McIntosh Solid Cinch speaker binding posts.

The entire unit is wrapped in the classic McIntosh aesthetic with a pair of blue watt meters, a black glass front panel, rotary control knobs, illuminated logo, aluminum end caps with built-in handles and a beautiful stainless steel chassis polished to a mirror finish.

McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amplifier

The MA12000 can be paired with a variety of turntables, CD players, music streamers, and speakers. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

  1. The HDMI (ARC) input will only play audio from a compatible TV. It will not pass video to or from a TV, or play audio from any non-TV source.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS, DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS or DTS-HD and the Symbol together are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Specifications

    Electronic Specifications

    • Power Output per Channel
      350 Watts
    • Number of Channels
      2
    • Speaker Impedance
      2, 4, or 8 Ohms
    • Rated Power Band
      20Hz to 20kHz
    • Total Harmonic Distortion
      Preamplifier: 0.03%
      Amplifier: 0.005%
    • Dynamic Headroom
      1.5dB
    • Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB
      20Hz to 20kHz
    • Frequency Response, +0, -3dB
      10Hz to 100kHz
    • Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)
      0.30mV
    • Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)
      3.0mV
    • Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)
      600mV/300mV
    • Sensitivity (Power Amp input)
      1.7V
    • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)
      75dB
    • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)
      77dB
    • Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)
      95dB
    • Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp input)
      114dB
    • Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)
      44K/22K
    • Damping Factor
      >40
    • Maximum Output (Balanced / Unbalanced)
      8V Unbalanced
      16V Balanced

    Connectivity

    • Balanced Input
      2
    • Unbalanced Input
      6
    • Phono Input Moving Coil
      1 (adjustable loading)
    • Phono Input Moving Magnet
      1 (adjustable loading)
    • Upgradeable Digital Audio Module
      Yes: DA2
    • Digital Coaxial Input
      2
    • Digital Optical Input
      2
    • Digital MCT Input
      1
    • Digital USB Input
      1
    • HDMI (ARC) Input
      1
    • Balanced Variable Output
      1
    • Unbalanced Fixed Output
      1
    • Unbalanced Variable Output
      1
    • Headphone Output
      1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
    • Subwoofer Output
      0
    • AM/FM Tuner option
      No
    • Home Theater PassThru
      Yes
    • Unbalanced Analog Connector Type
      Premium gold-plated solid brass
    • Speaker Binding Post Type
      Patented Solid Cinch™ Speaker Binding Posts
    • Service Port
      1

    Digital Audio Specifications

    • Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type
      8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
    • Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate
      24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
    • Digital Optical Input Sample Rate
      24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
    • Digital MCT Input Sample Rate
      16-bit/44.1kHz (CD)
      DSD64 (SACD)
    • Digital USB Input Sample Rate
      32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM)
      DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz

    Control

    • Tone Controls
      8-Band
    • Tone Bypass and Input Assign
      Yes
    • RS232 Control Input
      Yes
    • Power Control Output
      1 Main, 2 Trigger
    • Rear Panel Data Port
      4
    • Rear Panel IR Sensor Input
      Yes
    • Input Level Match
      Yes

    General Specifications

    • Vacuum Tube or Solid State
      Preamplifier: Vacuum Tube
      Amplifier: Solid State
    • Output Type
      Autoformer™
    • Output Meters
      Yes
    • Dual Layer Chassis
      Yes
    • Chassis Finish
      Polished stainless steel & black painted steel
    • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™
      Yes
    • Power Requirement
      120V, 50/60Hz, 6.6A
    • Standby Power Requirement
      <0.25 Watts

    Weights & Dimensions

    • Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
      17-1/2” (44.5cm) x 9-7/16” (24 cm) x 19-3/4” (50.2cm)
    • Unit Weight
      108 lbs (48.9kg)
    • Shipping Weight
      141 lbs (63.9kg)
  • Downloads

    Product Literature User Documents Software Updates
    • MA12000 Integrated Amplifier Brochure (1.65 MB)
    • MA12000 Integrated Amplifier Owner's Manual (6.93 MB)
    • MA12000 Integrated Amplifier Input, Output, Control and Speaker Connection Diagrams (6.25 MB)
    • For units with DA2 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver I v1.10 (compatible with Windows 8, 10 and 11) (3.82 MB)
    • For units with DA2 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver I v1.5 (compatible with Windows 7) (2.1 MB)
  • Reviews & Awards

    Reviews & Awards
    • MA12000 Review by Francisco del Pozo (Spain) February 2021 (2.14 MB)

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