MC452 vs MC601
The MC601's power @ 8ω is 600W against the MC452's 450W, its signal-to-noise 94 dB against 95 dB, and its power @ 4ω 600W against 450W. Both share damping factor (40).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$5,500
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MC452
The McIntosh MC452 is a high-end 2-channel solid-state power amplifier manufactured from 2010 to 2018, featuring Quad Balanced circuitry with two matched push-pull amplifiers per channel combined via McIntosh Autoformers for minimal distortion. It utilizes ThermalTrak output transistors, patented Autoformers for optimal speaker matching across 2, 4, and 8 ohm loads, Sentry Monitor protection, thermal protection, Power Guard, and a robust power supply with large transformer and capacitors. The amplifier offers exceptional performance with low noise floor, high dynamic headroom, and McIntosh's signature blue watt meters, custom binding posts, and illuminated glass front panel on a stainless steel chassis.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 450W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 450W @ 4Ω
- Damping Factor
- 40
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 95 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- Balanced, Unbalanced
- Analog Outputs
- Speaker outputs for 2/4/8Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 444.5 × 239.7 × 558.8 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 49.9 kg (110 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 450W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions