MC501 vs MC452
The MC452's power @ 8ω is 450W against the MC501's 500W, its signal-to-noise 95 dB against 97 dB, and its damping factor 40 against >100. Both share thd (0.005%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,750
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MC501
The MC501 is crafted with a bold, polished stainless steel chassis and a 2-dimensional glass front panel illuminated by LED fiber-optic lighting. It includes both balanced and unbalanced inputs, along with three sets of gold-plated speaker binding posts. The amplifier is equipped with Power Guard and Sentry Monitor circuits for protection and stability. It is designed to be cool-running, even under high power conditions, making it suitable for demanding audio setups.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 500W @ 8Ω
- Damping Factor
- >100
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 97 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 444.5 × 241.3 × 375.9 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 41.6 kg (92 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 500W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions