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Commercial McIntosh MA252 Integrated Amplifier (Solid State) Discover the pre-owned McIntosh MA252 2-Channel Hybrid Integrated Amplifier at Len Wallis Audio. Experience rich audio heritage for home audio setups. Key Features Hybrid Drive™ Technology: Combines vacuum tube preamp and solid-state power. Vacuum Tube Preamp: Two 12AX7a and two 12AT7 tubes for warm sound. Power Output: 100W per channel (8Ω), 160W (4Ω) with authority. Phono Input: Moving Magnet stage for vinyl playback. Power Guard®: Protects speakers from clipping with real-time adjustments. The Pre-Owned McIntosh MA252 2-Chan
The MA252 is a respected hybrid integrated with a lively, muscular presentation, but at A$7,500 this listing is ambitious versus your local benchmark. Against recent AUD comparables, it sits well above the A$5,875 75th percentile and about A$1,918 over the median of A$5,582, so it is not priced like a quick-buy opportunity.
What makes it worthwhile is the amp itself: the MA252 has a strong reputation for pairing McIntosh build quality with tube-driven character and solid drive, which is why it stays desirable on the used market. If the unit is clean, well cared for, and complete with remote, packaging, and service history, that helps; otherwise, I’d want a firmer price because there’s no obvious value edge here at A$7,500.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
McIntosh Laboratory, founded in 1949 in the United States by Frank H. McIntosh and Gordon Gow, embodies a storied heritage of American audio innovation. Originally based in Silver Spring, Maryland, before relocating to Binghamton, New York, where products are still handcrafted today, the brand emerged from a commitment to superior sound reproduction. From powering President Lyndon Johnson's inauguration to the Grateful Dead's Wall of Sound at Woodstock, McIntosh has shaped pivotal moments in music history and pop culture, earning its place as a cultural icon.
The company specializes in a comprehensive lineup of high-fidelity components, including renowned amplifiers—particularly its revered tube models for their warm, enveloping sound—along with solid-state power amps, stereo tuners, loudspeakers, turntables, music streamers, processors, and digital-to-analog converters. This breadth supports both two-channel stereo systems and multi-channel home theaters, delivering immersive experiences in music and film. Iconic blue watt meters on their gear have become globally recognized symbols of precision and power.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, McIntosh commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its uncompromising quality, luxurious build, and timeless design. Far from mid-tier or niche boutique, it stands as a premium benchmark, favored by legendary musicians and producers across decades, blending vintage allure with modern performance for those who demand the ultimate in sonic fidelity.
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