McIntosh MA12000 2-Channel Hybrid Integrated Amplifier
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MA12000 2-channel hybrid integrated amplifier (Single)
The most powerful McIntosh integrated amplifier, combining a vacuum tube preamplifier with a 350 Watt per channel solid state power amplifier. Priced and sold individually.
Description
Our most powerful integrated amplifier
The preamplifier section uses four 12AX7A vacuum tubes (two per channel), while the 350 Watt per channel power section is solid state. Autoformer™ technology delivers the full 350 Watts into 2, 4 or 8 Ohm speakers.
The factory-installed DA2 Digital Audio Module provides coaxial, optical, USB, MCT and audio-only HDMI ARC inputs, powered by a Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit DAC. In total there are 17 analog and digital inputs, an 8-band analog equaliser and Roon Tested certification.
- Type: Hybrid Drive – vacuum tube preamplifier and solid state power amplifier
- 350 Watts x 2-Channels
- Autoformers™, Power Guard®, Sentry Monitor™, Monogrammed Heatsinks™, Solid Cinch™ binding posts
- 17 analog and digital inputs
- Includes DA2 Digital Audio Module
- Supports 24-bit/192kHz and DSD512 files
- 8-band analog equaliser
- A certified Roon Tested device
Specifications
| Model | MA12000 |
| Pack Type | Single |
| Available Colours | Polished stainless steel & black painted steel |
| Electronic Specifications | |
| FTC Power Output Rating | 350 W |
| Power Output per Channel | 350 W into 2, 4, or 8 ohms |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Rated Power Band | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | Preamplifier: 0.03% Amplifier: 0.005% |
| Dynamic Headroom | 1.5dB |
| Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Frequency Response, +0, -3dB | 10Hz to 100kHz |
| Sensitivity (Phono) | Moving Coil: 0.30mV Moving Magnet: 3.0mV |
| Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced) | 600 mV/300mV |
| Sensitivity (Power Amp input) | 1.7V |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (Phono) | Moving Coil: 75dB Moving Magnet: 77dB |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level) | 95dB |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp input) | 114dB |
| Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced) | 44K/22K |
| Damping Factor | >40 |
| Maximum Output | 16V Balanced 8V Unbalanced |
| Connectivity | |
| Balanced Input | 2 |
| Unbalanced Input | 6 |
| Phono Input | 1 Moving Coil (adjustable loading) 1 Moving Magnet (adjustable loading) |
| Upgradeable Digital Audio Module | Yes: DA2 |
| Digital Coaxial Input | 2 |
| Digital Optical Input | 2 |
| Digital MCT Input | 1 |
| Digital USB Input | 1 |
| HDMI (ARC) Input | 1 |
| Balanced Variable Output | 1 |
| Unbalanced Fixed Output | 1 |
| Unbalanced Variable Output | 1 |
| Headphone Output | 1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) |
| Home Theater PassThru | Yes |
| Unbalanced Analog Connector Type | Premium gold-plated solid brass |
| Speaker Binding Post Type | Patented Solid Cinch™ Speaker Binding Posts |
| Service Port | 1 |
| Digital Audio Specifications | |
| Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type | 8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced |
| Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate | 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz |
| Digital Optical Input Sample Rate | 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz |
| Digital MCT Input Sample Rate | 16-bit/44.1kHz (CD) DSD64 (SACD) |
| Digital USB Input Sample Rate | 32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM) DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz |
| Control | |
| Tone Controls | 8-Band |
| Tone Bypass and Input Assign | Yes |
| RS232 Control Inputs | Yes |
| Power Control Outputs | 1 Main, 2 Trigger |
| Rear Panel Data Ports | 4 |
| Rear Panel IR Sensor Inputs | Yes |
| Input Level Match | Yes |
| General Specifications | |
| Vacuum Tube or Solid State | Preamplifier: Vacuum Tube Amplifier: Solid State |
| Output Type | Autoformer™ |
| Output Meters | Yes |
| Dual Layer Chassis | Yes |
| Chassis Finish | Polished stainless steel & black painted steel |
| McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™ | Yes |
| Power Requirement | 120V, 50/60Hz, 6.6A |
| Standby Power Requirement | <0.25 Watts |
| Weights & Dimensions | |
| Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/2” (44.5cm) x 9-7/16” (24 cm) x 19-3/4” (50.2cm) |
| Unit Weight | 108 lbs (48.9kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 141 lbs (63.9kg) |
Caring for your Speakers and Amplifiers
To Keep your equipment safe these are some best practices to note. Please be advised that this is only to reduce the risk of misuse and is not an exhaustive list.
Speakers
- Speaker terminals are marked red and black, ensure your amplifier to the speakers are wired on the same colours
- Ensure no loose speaker wire from the red touches a loose wire from the black as this will lead to a short circuit and damage either the speaker, the amplifier or both.
- Not all speakers are designed to play at max volume, kindly consider the pairing of your amplifier and speakers
- Speaker cabinets cannot be replaced please handle with care.
AV & Stereo Amplifiers
- If your amplifier has HDMI ports, ensure all devices are off before plugging in the HDMI cable
- Turn off the amplifier before swoping out or adding speaker cable
- Amplifiers generate heat, place them in a well ventilated space. if possible avoid having anything on top of the unit.
- adding a surge protector can assist with power dips which are likely to damage your devices. Isotek and Furman are industry standard.
- Dusty environments can sometimes lead to accumulation of dust in the electronic components that might affect heat regulation
Shipping & Returns
- Free shipping on orders over R500 within the country.
- Standard delivery within 2–5 business days. Delays will be communicated. This might vary slightly depending on your location.
- Return items in original condition for a full refund. (unopened state)
- Returns that are open/unboxed will be subject to a handling fee. Refunds will only be processed after testing the unit.
