MC2102

(click image for more info)

Vacuum Tube Power Amplifier
 

Awarded The Absolute Sound Editor's Choice Award for 2005

Stereo: 100 Watts/channel (8/4/2 ohms)

Mono Parallel: 200 Watts/channel (4/2/1 ohms)

Mono Bridged: 200 Watts/channel (16/8/4 ohms)

Patented Unity Coupled Output Transformer

Balanced and Unbalanced Inputs (switchable)
Polished Stainless-Steel Chassis

When McIntosh created the MC2000 tube amplifier to commemorate their 50th Anniversary, even they were surprised by the firestorm of critical acclaim and demand which it engendered. Now they have designed another amplifier for what has become their 2000 Series of Limited Edition Components.

The MC2102 Vacuum Tube Amplifier shares key characteristics with the MC2000, including the fact that they were both designed and engineered by McIntosh co-founder Sidney Corderman. Rated at 100 watts x 2 or 200 watts x 1, the MC2102 uses eight tubes in each channel. Balanced Input and inversion is handled by a pair of 12AX7's. Twin 12AT7's provide voltage amplification and driver functions, feeding two pair of either KT-88s or 6550's. Configured for stereo, the MC2102 can power 2, 4, or 8-ohm loads. In parallel mono configuration it pushes 1,2,or 4-ohm loads and as a bridged mono device it drives 4, 8, or 16-ohm loads.

If you've been fortunate enough to spend time with a classic McIntosh amp, you know that in addition to having their own distinct look - the famous Blue Eyes power meters - they also have their own distinct sound. Mac amps have their own way of doing things, and the sound they create presents a powerful argument in favor of their approach. Their legendary Unity Coupled Output Transformer is a classic example of this. This output design uses two bifilar wound primaries - one for the plates, as is normal, and a second for the cathodes. Instead of drawing all the output power from the plates, as other tube design are wont to do, the Unity Coupled design draws from both the plates and the cathodes. This greatly reduces the output distortion - always a problem in tube designs. By mixing the secondary windings in amongst the primaries, coupling is improved -flattening the output frequency response and improving the power bandwidth.

Balanced inputs provide a low-noise input path and can be selected by a rear panel switch. Gold plated 5-way binding posts are available for 2, 4, and 8-ohm speakers on each channel, plus one extra common pair. With a signal-to-noise ratio of better than 100 dB, .8v input sensitivity, and wideband damping of greater than 18, the MC2101 is both the perfect introduction to the world of glorious tube sound and the perfect step-up for someone who already knows what the fuss is all about. If you think all amplifiers sound the same, you just haven't heard this one.

"Blue Eyes" Power Meters highlight the beautiful design that uses eight tubes per Channel: 12AX7 (2), 12AT7 (2), KT-88 (4) or 6550 (4). Patented Unity Coupled Output Transformer with bifilar-wound output transformers deliver ultra-low distortion output. Ceramic tube sockets have gold-plated contacts for longevity. Gold-plated 200A multi-way binding posts make connecting your speakers a breeze. Remote power control connection to McIntosh Control Centers and Preamplifiers allows easy system turn on and turn off. Black drawn-aluminum transformer enclosures and a polished stainless-steel chassis add to the timeless good looks. Of course, the backlit glass front panel has illuminated nomenclature.

More About This Product:


Output Impedance: 20k ohms unbalanced; 40k ohms balanced
Signal-to-Noise: 100dB A-Weighted

Input Sensitivity: .8v

Designed by Sidney Corderman
 

(click image for more info)

Tube Preamplifier

Two Phono Inputs MM and MC

Bass, Treble & Mono Settings Storable in Memory for Each Input

Seven Inputs and Three Power Amps are Supported

Angled Tubes are Visible from the Top Through a Window
 

The New C2300 builds on the strengths and feature set of the C2200 which has been one of the most popular McIntosh preamps. Each input may have the Bass, Treble, and Mono/Stereo mode adjusted and stored in memory. When individual inputs are selected these settings will engage as preset by the user. Conversely, these adjustments can now be made from the remote control as the music plays.

A new ¼” headphone jack with high performance headphone amp that will drive popular dynamic headphones. In addition, new Six 12AX7a dual triode Tube audio circuit. Two 12AX7a tubes are used for the Moving Magnet phono section, two 12AX7a tubes are used for the Moving Coil section and two 12AX7a tubes are used for the high level preamp section.

The C2300 incorporates two independent phono sections are fully adjustable ‘on the fly’. When listening to a record the user may change impedance or loading settings as the record plays

(click image for more info)

2-channel Power Amplifier

Stereo: 250 Watts/Channel (8/4/2 ohms)

Mono: 1 x 500 watts (16/8/4/2/1 ohms)

Power Guard and Sentry Monitor

Output Autoformers

Balanced and Unbalanced Inputs

Remote Power Control

Polished Stainless Steel Chassis

With 250 watts per channel at 0.005% maximum distortion across the entire audio spectrum, the MC252 Stereo Power Amplifier delivers lots of clean power. McIntosh's exclusive output autoformers insure the amplifier will always deliver full power, without stress, to any type of loudspeaker. Whether your speakers are 2,4 or 8 ohms, McIntosh Autoformers ensure you'll always get the power you've paid for. The two channels of the MC252 can also be bridged into a single channel that delivers 500 watts into 1,2,4,8 or 16 ohms. Power Guard circuitry is included, and the illuminated peak-responding meters show the true output regardless of load.
 

(click image for more info)

Audio Preamp Control Center

Eight inputs including a Dual Aux/Moving Magnet Phono

Remote power control (1 main, 1 accessory, 2 switched)

3 Balanced Outputs: Main, Line 1, Line 2

Separate Listen and Record selectors

8-band Program Equalizer

Programmable Source Input Level Trim
 

Trust McIntosh to create an elegant combination of audio purity and flexible control. Eight programmable source selections and logic driven electromagnetic switching all add up to this preamp's incredible flexibility. Includes one main and two switched outputs, separate Listen and Record selectors with independent Listen and Record processor loops. Dual Processor Loops. An 8-band Program Equalizer helps tune the sound to the listening room. The maximum intermodular distortion and THD allowed is .002%

A programmable Balanced Input allows you to use the system to the fullest. Fiber-Optic light Diffuser Illumination show off your C46 beautifully. Eight inputs including a Dual Aux/Moving Magnet Phono input give you complete flexibility.

Remote power control (1 main, 1 accessory, 2 switched) allows for easy system control. 3 Balanced Outputs: Main, Line 1, Line 2 and Independent Listen and Record processor loops allow for virtually unlimited expandability.
 

(click image for more info)

Vacuum Tube Power Amp

Awarded one of Stereophile Magazine's Recommended Components for 2005 and 2006

Awarded The Absolute Sound Golden Ear Award - "Best of the Best"

Stereo: 75 Watts per channel (4/8/16 ohms)

Mono Bridged: 150 Watts per channel (2/4/8 ohms)

Tube Compliment: (3) 12AX7, (4)12AT7, (4) KT-88/6550

Gold plated unbalanced input jacks

Balanced inputs with XLR jacks

An object of desire cherished by music lovers around the world, the MC275 is hard to beat.

Our amplifiers have a lush sound that presents a powerful and detailed soundstage. Their legendary Unity Coupled Output Transformer uses two bifilar wound primaries - one for the plates, as is normal, and a second for the cathodes. Instead of drawing all the output power from the plates, as many other designs do, the Unity Coupled design draws from both the plates and the cathodes. This greatly reduces the output distortion - always a problem in tube designs. By mixing the secondary windings in amongst the primaries, coupling is improved -flattening the output frequency response and improving the power bandwidth.

The MC275 Vacuum Tube Amplifier was designed and engineered by McIntosh co-founder Sidney Corderman and the McIntosh Engineering Team. The MC275 uses balanced or single ended inputs and a compliment of (3) 12AX7A, (4) 12AT7 and either (4) KT-88s or 6550 tubes. Configured for 75 watt per channel stereo, the MC275 can power 4, 8, or 16-ohm loads. As a bridged mono amp it delivers 150 watts into 2, 4, or 8-ohm loads. THD is below 0.5% from 20 Hz to 20KHz at all times.


There's a Front Apron Power switch
Stereo/Mono switch
Polished stainless-steel chassis
Signal-to-Noise ratio is an excellent: 100dB A-Weighted.
Input Sensitivity: 1.2 V unbalanced; 2.5V balanced inputs
 

(click image for more info)

750 GB Music Server

750 GB Internal Hard Drive

Built-In CD, CD-R, CD-RW & MP3 Player

CD Burner

Holds over 2,700 CD's using FLAC compression.

Multiple RS232 Data Ports

With the McIntosh MS750, your music is always at your fingertips. It can hold, catalog, and sort over 2,000 hours of music at full CD sound quality on its 750 GB hard drive. That is enough storage for more than 2,500 CD's and 120,000 individual songs!

Access to all this music is simple using the MS750's easy to navigate, on screen menus. Play lists are easily formed and recalled. For parties, the new jukebox function permits on-the-fly ''song requests'' to be added to a play list already in use.

The MS750 makes it simple to burn your own CD's using the on-board CD burner function. Use a preamp or phono stage and burn your vinyl collection to CD or to the hard drive. Wherever you go you can take all your music with you in the car, on the boat or on your portable CD player.

 

(click image for more info)

AM/FM Tuner

High-performance AM/FM broadcast monitor

Expansion option adds second internal tuner

New flywheel system for manual tuning

Non-volatile memory for 9 FM and 9 AM presets (per Tuner)

Multifunction alphanumeric fluorescent display

Custom naming for each preset
 

The MR85 features a new "smooth-dialing" flywheel system for manual tuning, permanent memory for all settings and selectable auto-mute for local/distance tuning. An alphanumeric fluorescent display indicates station frequency, station preset, signal strength and band. All nine AM and nine FM presets for each tuner can be custom labeled with any desired name up to eight characters. The MR85 ships with one TM1.

The MR85 is a very high-performance AM/FM broadcast monitor. When you add a TM1 Tuner Module (a second internal tuner) two people can enjoy superior off air broadcast reception simultaneously.

A new flywheel system for manual tuning has a great hands-on feel. Non-volatile memory for 9 FM and 9 AM presets (per Tuner) assure you that your favorites will not get lost. Custom naming for each channel preset allows you to recall your labels for stations, Auto-memory of preferred settings for each preset along with permanent memory of all settings mean you set this tuner up once and forget it.

Automute for distance tuning (defeatable), Remote power control in/out, Data in connections for remote operation from McIntosh system remotes, Fixed and variable audio outputs, McIntosh spatial sound enhancement (Tuner 1), High sensitivity DMOS-FET RF amplifier, Double-balance mixer for superior image rejection, Ultra-stable, linear phase piezoelectric IF filters for FM and AM, Phase Locked Loop FM multiplex decoder, Automatic stereo blend on weak FM stereo stations, 19kHz pilot and 38kHz carrier suppression for noise-free recordings, Adjacent-channel Multiplex Interference Rejection Circuit all help to create an FM listening experience second to none.