KW 500 vs MC2 Audio T1500
The T1500's power @ 8ω is 575W against the KW 500's 510W, its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 102 dB, its power @ 4ω 1.0kW against 770W, and its damping factor >400 against >200.
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KW 500
Musical FidelityAmplifiersIntegrated AmplifiersPower AmplifiersPre-AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,800
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the KW 500
The Musical Fidelity KW 500 is a dual mono integrated amplifier, designed to deliver exceptional sound quality with its hybrid tube preamp stage. It features a robust power output of 510 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 770 watts into 4 ohms, making it suitable for a wide range of speaker systems. The amplifier includes an MM phono stage for vinyl enthusiasts and offers a high signal-to-noise ratio of 102 dB for line inputs. It is built with a focus on durability and reliability, with an external power supply and a robust build quality.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 510W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 770W @ 4Ω
- Damping Factor
- >200
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 0.3V RMS
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.007%
- SNR
- 102 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 483 × 167 × 470 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 26.8 kg (59 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 510W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions