MC2301 vs MC2152 70th Anniversary
The MC2152 70th Anniversary's power @ 8ω is 150W against the MC2301's 300W, its signal-to-noise 112 dB against 117 dB, its power @ 4ω 150W against 300W, and its damping factor 18 against 15.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$13,500 - $15,500
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MC2301
The McIntosh MC2301 is a high-performance 1-channel vacuum tube monoblock amplifier designed for exceptional audio fidelity in 2-channel stereo systems. It outputs 300 watts per channel into 2, 4, or 8 ohm loads, utilizing McIntosh's patented Unity Coupled Circuit output transformer and innovative Quad Balanced design to minimize noise and distortion. This is the first McIntosh tube amplifier with Quad Balanced circuitry, which cancels virtually all noise and distortion for lifelike, dynamic sound from massed chorale to rock. Features include Sentry Monitor fuse-less protection, balanced and unbalanced inputs, iconic blue watt meter, visible output tubes through glass panels, polished stainless steel chassis, and large gold-plated 200A 3-way binding posts. Ideal for driving demanding loudspeakers with extraordinary detail and power.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 300W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 300W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- tube
- Damping Factor
- 15
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.500%
- SNR
- 117 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- Balanced, Unbalanced
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 450.9 × 312.7 × 580.42 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 52.6 kg (116 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 300W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions