MA2275 vs MC275 VI
The MC275 VI's signal-to-noise is 105 dB against the MA2275's 93 dB. Both share power @ 8ω (75W), power @ 4ω (75W), and thd (0.500%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The McIntosh MA2275 is a highly regarded, all-tube integrated amplifier known for its rarity and exceptional sound quality. It features two separate power amplifier channels, each capable of delivering 75 watts into 2, 4, or 8 ohm speakers. The amplifier uses McIntosh's patented Unity Coupled Circuit with bifilar wound output transformers, ensuring low distortion, extended frequency response, and cool operating output tubes. It includes five high-level inputs and one phono input for moving magnet cartridges, with tone control bypass capability to remove bass and treble circuits from the signal path. The chassis has a super mirror stainless steel finish, and gold-plated connectors and tube socket contacts provide reliable connections. The MA2275 uses a tube complement of 2 x 12AX7A for phono and high-level preamplifier stages, 2 x 12AT7, and 4 x KT88/6550 tubes for power amplification. It features illuminated blue-eyed power meters, electromagnetic input switching, and an IR remote control. Dimensions are approximately 17.7" W x 10.1" H x 18.7" D, weighing 77 lbs. It was manufactured between 2004 and 2011 and is considered a collector's piece due to its low production numbers and unique all-tube design within McIntosh's legacy.
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The MC275 VI's signal-to-noise is 105 dB against the MA2275's 93 dB. Both share power @ 8ω (75W), power @ 4ω (75W), and thd (0.500%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The MC60's power @ 8ω is 60W against the MA2275's 75W, its signal-to-noise 90 dB against 93 dB, its thd 0.300% against 0.500%, and its damping factor 12 against 18.
The LM-219IA's power @ 8ω is 24W against the MA2275's 75W, its signal-to-noise 87 dB against 93 dB, its power @ 4ω 24W against 75W, and its thd 1.000% against 0.500%.
The M50's power @ 8ω is 50W against the MA2275's 75W, its signal-to-noise 84 dB against 93 dB, and its damping factor 14 against 18. Both share thd (0.500%).
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