MC7270 vs MC402
The MC402's power @ 8ω is 400W against the MC7270's 270W, its signal-to-noise 94 dB against 100 dB, its power @ 4ω 400W against 270W, and its damping factor 40 against 30.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The MC7270 is a high-end stereo power amplifier released in 1985, designed for demanding audio systems. It features McIntosh’s proprietary Power Guard circuit to prevent clipping and protect speakers, along with illuminated output meters and a distinctive glass front panel. The amplifier is known for its ability to deliver high-definition sound across the frequency spectrum, with particularly noted bass definition even at low volumes. Its construction is robust, with a weight of 37.2 kg, and it is designed to operate with a wide range of speaker impedances.
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The MC402's power @ 8ω is 400W against the MC7270's 270W, its signal-to-noise 94 dB against 100 dB, its power @ 4ω 400W against 270W, and its damping factor 40 against 30.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The MC7205's power @ 8ω is 120W against the MC7270's 270W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 270W, its signal-to-noise 113 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.005% against 0.020%.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The GFA-5705's power @ 8ω is 200W against the MC7270's 270W, its power @ 4ω 300W against 270W, its signal-to-noise 106 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.008% against 0.020%.
The A5cr's power @ 8ω is 255W against the MC7270's 270W, its power @ 4ω 416W against 270W, its signal-to-noise 109 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.010% against 0.020%.
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