Its stereo outputs may be paralleled or bridged to drive a mono load with a maximum. Amplifier ranks you at the very top among discriminating music listeners. Vintage mcintosh mc225 tube amplifier power amp sounds amazing original condi. I purchased a mcintosh mc302 power amp to drive my focal 1028 speakers. Jul 26, 2010 iconic audiophile brand mcintosh has released a new monoblock amp with a whopping 500 watts. Mcintosh mc452 stereo power amplifier legendary performance. Mcintosh mc452 stereo power amplifier legendary performance from a legendary company. Mcintosh mc502 stereo power amplifier in excellent condition.
I know mcintosh has come out with new amplifiers and a line of extraordinary equipment such as the mc452 and the rest of the mcintosh line which are awesome in terms of build quality and sound but the new macintosh sound is changing with the times faster cleaner more open detail not that its bad but i believe that that mc402 will represent the. Switchable bridging for 150 watts mono into 8 ohms. The mcintosh mc 502 power amplifier is probably the most compact source of very low distortion stereophonic power in existence. Mcintosh has a reputation of smoothness, and this integrated is no exception. Iconic audiophile brand mcintosh has released a new monoblock amp with a whopping 500 watts. Shop from the worlds largest selection and best deals for mcintosh vintage amplifiers. This was the second mcintosh amplifier that i have purchased. Mcintosh built some outstanding quality gear back in those days. Founded in 1949, mcintosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film.
Mcintosh mc 502 power amplifier bench tested works 100 for. Mcintosh mc502 power amplifier, original brochure genuine original mcintosh mc502 power amplifier brochure. Aug 15, 2004 mcintosh s overarching paradigm is maximum linearity and minimal distortion. Introduced in 1961 as the powerhouse of that eras newfangled stereo tube amps two 75w amplifiers in one chassis. This publication contains design and features description, with full specifications listing. This is a tremendous boon to those who love mcintosh but cannot afford the big toys like the ms750 server. I have always love mcintosh for design and quality construction. Mcintosh has been creating devices since 1949 with the goal of providing the amplifiers to withstand the test of.
I know mcintosh has come out with new amplifiers and a line of extraordinary equipment such as the mc452 and the rest of the mcintosh line which are awesome in terms of build quality and sound but the new. The mcintosh mr 500 fm tuner has the distinctive styling and highquality construction that are typical of mcintosh products. The mc501 has mcintosh s green meters on black and chrome, complete with big knobs. I had a chance to audition the mc402 with a pair of martin logan ascent loudspeakers at magnolia hifi in seattle this past summer. This authoritative amplifier is in a perfect operating original condition made from 19781989 is awaiting a rightful owner to add to their collection. Jul 29, 2016 in no small part, this comes down to mcintoshs unique and classic livery setting the brands products apart from all other audio equipment. Our original performance verification report included as well as a copy of the owners manual. Both have there own unique sounds but maitain the mcintosh tube sound. Features the mcintosh power guard circuit designed to prevent speaker damage. Mcintosh mc502 stereo power amp owners manual inc install. While it is called a digital tuner and has a numerical frequency readout and much digital circuitry, the mr 500s actual tuning system differs from that ordinarily used in digitalsynthesis tuners and. Mcintosh mc502 power amplifier best offer for us audio mart.
View and download mcintosh mc7104 owners manual online. Mcintosh mr500 fm tuner this mcintosh mr500 digital fm tuner precision stereo serial number df1146 has been tested and is in clean 100% working condition. Mcintosh mc502 stereo power amp solid state audiogon. Mcintoshs overarching paradigm is maximum linearity and minimal distortion. For sale mcintosh mc 502 stereo amplifier with walnut cabinet.
Offering products for twochannel stereo sound systems and multichannel home theaters with surround sound, mcintosh continues to define the ultimate home audio entertainment experience for discriminating listeners around the world. Controls are bit scratchy and the right channel cuts out at times but comes back when the gain control is adjusted. Also, it weighs about as much as a twin reverb by itself. The mc501 has mcintoshs green meters on black and chrome, complete with big knobs. Feb 23, 2014 mcintosh stereo amplifier model mc 502 for sale by username jimjam041 or in ebay store jimjamsvintagemusic. Garcia later used a twin reverb preamp out into a different model mcintosh power amp for a few years.
Mcintosh has been creating devices since 1949 with the goal of providing the amplifiers to withstand the test of time, especially in consideration of their vintage amps. Being roughly three years old it is fully broken in and of all the mac amps ive o. Stereo separation and depth of your music is more lifelike by using. In fact, it became its smoothest when playing back bitperfect flac files from a computer. Mcintosh mc50 2channel home audio the klipsch audio. More than any other amplifier it provides very low distortion stereo power, more sophisticated yet practical protection, and more bandwidth in a amazingly small yet eliable package. Mcintosh stereo amplifier model mc 502 for sale by username jimjam041 or in ebay store. Your mc 502 stereo power amplifier will give you many years of pleasant and satisfactory performance. I found a pretty good deal here at a local pawn shop for a pair of these mono amps rated at 50watts each. There are also frequently asked questions, a product rating and feedback from users to enable you to optimally use your product. Rated at 50 watts rms per channel into 8 ohms, or 75 watts per channel into 2. Its been a while since ive had a classic amplifier in my system, and mcintosh laboratorys mc275 is as classic as they come. For your consideration is a mcintosh mc452 stereo power amp.
It includes large padded mounting feet which allow the amplifier to be placed on a table top, shelf or other. Mcintosh labs has forged a reputation over many decades for reliability and good sound done straight up, if not competing at sota levels. Used mcintosh mc502 stereo power amplifiers for sale hifishark. Mcintosh mc502, a price point unknown 1980 release. To purchase mc122 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an authorised retailer. Ive seen in the other rags that mcintosh has had a bit of a renaissance as of late, with new products or reissues that specifically target the audiophile community. Mcintosh mc2505 the solid state amplifier that change the world as any vinyl enthusiast will agree, the pure audio enjoyment of this hobby will only go as far as the limitations of your system. Introduction the mclntosh mc500 power amplifier is designed as a free standing unit. Large or heavy items can be crated at an additional charge.
Any idea on the sound quality or should i go for a dynaco 70, eico or something along those lines. The mcintosh mc 2255 basic power amplifier is rated to deliver its output into loads of 1, 2, 4, or 8 ohms, from 20 to 20,000 hz, with no more than 0. Below you can view and download the pdf manual for free. This unit was purchased from audio classics in july 2004 and serviced and brought up to factory specs by them in january 2015. Device owners manual service manual brochure catalog miscellaneous pictures device.
Dec 24, 2014 mcintosh mc502 power amplifier used sold here we have a piece of solidly built mc 502 amplifier now for sale. Malaysias most popular hifi and home theater forum and marketplace, where enthusiasts can also find new or used equipment deals. While everyone has varying opinions on what is the most integral link in the audio chain. The mcintosh audio system is a stereo system that uses two speakers or a multi channel system using 3 to 12 speakers. Based on the solidstate mc501s and brief exposure to the tubed mc2301 monoblocks, id venture many people will be shocked at where its arrived. The c52 preamp and mc301 mono power amps are part of a timeless design brief that remains unchanging for good reason its still extremely popular the world over. Mcintosh mc122 manual stereo power amplifier hifi engine. Selling as is and the price reflects the need to have it serviced. Prior to this i was using the accuphase e450 integrated amp which i am currently using as a preamp to drive the mc. The vintage hifi free downloads, service manuals, owners manuals, plans. Jan 11, 2009 the mcintosh mc2000 is the type of amp that any audiophile drools over but hopefully not into as it has the power, cloud and gravitas to compete with anything from the likes of krell, mark. Tutti i prezzi sono da considerarsi validi salvo errori od omissioni tempestivamente comunicati.
Technique mcintosh always been respectable size, but mc207 has broken all records. Proper neutralization of a power amp lifier stage involves. Your mc 2200 stereo power amplifier will give you many years of pleasant and satisfactory performance. Ive sold the matching c30 preamplifier, so this is just sitting in the box waiting for someone to enjoy it. Mcintosh mc502 power amplifier used sold here we have a piece of solidly built mc 502 amplifier now for sale. Mcintosh mc152 stereo power amplifier at crutchfield. I troubleshoot it and fond the secondary power out. To this end, the linearity of each gain stage is maximized before the application of negative feedback, and all transistors are selected, according to mcintosh, to have nearly constant current gain over the entire current range they must cover. The c52 preamp and mc301 mono power amps are part of a timeless design brief that remains unchanging for good reason.
Jun 11, 2007 for sale mcintosh mc 502 stereo amplifier with walnut cabinet. The current house sound continues to evolve within that vein. Almost forty kilograms of live weight and chassis area of 45 x 48 cm thats what cost the desire to create a sevenchannel amplifier with an uncompromising mcintosh s sound. They used a 30g wire as a fuse, bad engineer, bad engineer you got to catch them in the act. Original condition so would i certainly recommend a tech go through it. Its no wonder that since 1949, satisfied customers the world over view their mcintosh products as investments worthy of being passed down through generations. The sonic character of a worldclass amplifier like the mcintosh mc152 is often described as an iron fist in a velvet glove. Double boxing is used for extra protection on most items and your shipment is insured. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by mcintosh. The mcintosh audio system is a stereo system that uses two speakers or a multichannel system using 3 to 12 speakers. The other componets auditioned included the mcintosh mc46 preamp, mcintosh mcd205 cd player, audioquest jaguar interconnects with rca termination, and audioquest gibralter speaker cables. Mcintosh mc 2205, klassischer poweramp hifi audio high end. To purchase mc122 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit.
This printed publication covers this unit which was rated at 50 watts per channel rms output at 8 ohms. Get the best deals on mcintosh power amp when you shop the largest online selection at. Power amplifiers are electrical devices that provide amplification and various effects to audio sounds. View and download mcintosh mc 502 owners manual online.
The mcintosh mc2000 is the type of amp that any audiophile drools over but hopefully not into as it has the power, cloud and gravitas to compete with anything from the likes of krell, mark. I also own the mc 2105, and this to is a mcintosh winner. In no small part, this comes down to mcintoshs unique and classic livery setting the brands products apart from all other audio equipment. Oct 18, 2010 its been a while since ive had a classic amplifier in my system, and mcintosh laboratorys mc275 is as classic as they come. Mcintosh mc502 manual stereo power amplifier hifi engine. Use hifi shark to monitor pricing and global availability. I would never trade or sell these amps, they are keepers. This unit is in mint condition and sounds phenomenal. I have had many mcintosh amps but have long since sold them.
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