McIntosh is celebrating its Seventy fifth anniversary this yr, and to mark the event the US audio model has revealed what it claims is considered one of its strongest amplifiers thus far. The brand new MC2.1KW Monoblock Energy Amplifier has a tri-chassis development, a whopping nice $50,000 price ticket and boasts 2000 watts of energy to present what McIntosh teases might be “a brand new trade commonplace for energy and amplification”.
The McIntosh energy amp is a three-box setup: the audio circuitry is cut up between two bins, whereas the third (the one with the blue meter) homes the single-ended RCA and balanced XLR inputs and speaker outputs. The a number of speaker outputs will not be for tri-wiring; they’re marked 2 ohms, 4 ohms and eight ohms, so homeowners can plug their audio system into the one closest to the given nominal impedance values of the audio system.
Constructing on the legacy of 2005’s MC2KW, this highly effective new monoblock guarantees severe sonic upgrades which goal to push the boundaries of what a mannequin at this stage can do. This newest amp affords a large-capacity energy provide for higher efficiency of low-end frequencies and improved dynamic headroom, whereas 4 bespoke McIntosh heatsinks on every energy module guarantee environment friendly warmth dissipation for extra constant audio high quality.
Additional enhanced circuit designs with upgraded fashionable elements and shorter sign paths also needs to help sonic efficiency, as ought to the MC2.1KW’s up to date electrical wiring and interconnect cables.
McIntosh payments the MC2.1KW, crafted utilizing a stainless-steel chassis with a mirrored end alongside hanging steel casework, as a “visible masterpiece”. It sports activities black glass entrance panels, illuminated logos and smooth aluminium handles; there’s even a phenomenal blue watt meter to present the McIntosh that traditional aesthetic.
As a result of the MC2.1KW is commemorating McIntosh’s 75 years within the enterprise, the primary 75 items offered in 2024 to every nation wherein the model is distributed will embrace particular anniversary badging with “75 Years” engraved within the handles and a particular emblem stamped on the highest.
McIntosh president Charlie Randall says: “The MC2.1KW is the top of audio amplification and a testomony to the model’s unwavering dedication to sonic perfection. The MC2.1KW is the embodiment of our ardour and invitations audio fanatics to embark on a rare journey by means of sound with considered one of our strongest amplifiers but.”
The MC2.1KW might be obtainable in February 2024 for a retail value of $50,000 (additional costs pending).
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