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The MC1.25KW outputs 1,200 Watts of pure power into a single channel with a nearly imperceptible total harmonic distortion of 0.005%. This astonishing amount of power is fully available to 2, 4 or 8 Ohm speakers via Autoformer technology.
OVERVIEW
Great Condition Ex-Demo McIntosh MC1.25KW Monoblock Amplifiers
Original boxes and packaging, all accessories
Rated 8/10 for cosmetic wear consistent with age and use
SPECIFICATIONS
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Power Output: 1,200 W into 2, 4, or 8 Ω
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Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005% maximum
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Frequency Response: +0, −0.25 dB from 20 Hz–20 kHz; +0, −3 dB from 10 Hz–100 kHz
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 124 dB balanced; 120 dB unbalanced
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Dynamic Headroom: 2.2 dB
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Damping Factor: >40 (wideband)
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Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
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Inputs: 1 × balanced; 1 × unbalanced
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Outputs: 1 × balanced; 1 × unbalanced
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Output Technology: McIntosh Autoformer™
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Circuit Design: Quad Balanced
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Protection: Power Guard® and Sentry Monitor™
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Speaker Connections: 2, 4, and 8 Ω Solid Cinch™ binding posts
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Dimensions: 17.75" W × 12.31" H × 22" D
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Dimensions (Metric): 45.09 × 31.27 × 55.88 cm
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Weight: 158 lb (71.7 kg) net
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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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.
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