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Description: Freakuence!<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The superlative McIntosh integrated amplifier. The MA12000 whispers and roars at the same time: precise in the low registers, cymbals that sparkle without being harsh, vocals you can almost touch. The space between notes? Plenty of it!<\/span><\/div>\n
General description<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The McIntosh MA12000 is a hybrid integrated amplifier that combines the warmth of a tube preamplifier with the power of a solid-state power amplifier. With 350 watts per channel, the MA12000 delivers impressive sound reproduction with rich dynamics and refined detail.<\/p>\n

Thanks to Hybrid Drive\u2122 technology, the McIntosh MA12000 delivers both the nuances of tube amplification and the speed of solid-state amplification. Autoformer\u2122 technology ensures that speakers with different impedances are driven optimally, resulting in a consistent and balanced stereo image.<\/p>\n

With a wide range of analog and digital inputs, the McIntosh MA12000 is highly versatile and can be used in a variety of audio systems. The built-in DA2 Digital Audio Module supports high-resolution audio formats, contributing to accurate and detailed sound reproduction.<\/p>\n

Would you like to experience the McIntosh MA12000 for yourself? Schedule a listening session to discover the exceptional performance of this amplifier.<\/span><\/div>\n

McIntosh MA12000 Specifications<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
Type: Hybrid Drive Preamplifier: Vacuum Tube Amplifier: Solid-State Power Output per Channel: 350 W into 2, 4, or 8 ohms Number of Channels: 2 Rated Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Total Harmonic Distortion: Preamplifier: 0.03%, Amplifier: 0.005% Dynamic Headroom: 1.5 dB Frequency Response +0, -0.5 dB: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response, +0, -3 dB: 10 Hz to 100 kHz Sensitivity (Phono, Moving Coil): 0.30 mV Sensitivity (Phono, Moving Magnet): 3.0 mV Sensitivity (High Level, Balanced\/Unbalanced): 600 mV\/300 mV Sensitivity (Power Amp Input): 1.7 V Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Moving Coil): 75 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet): 77 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (High Level): 95 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Power Amp Input): 114 dB Input Impedance (Balanced \/ Unbalanced): 44K\/22K Damping Factor: >40 Maximum Output (Balanced \/ Unbalanced): 8 V Unbalanced, 16 V Balanced Balanced Input: 2 Unbalanced Input: 6 Phono Input (Moving Coil): 1 (adjustable loading) Phono Input (Moving Magnet): 1 (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) Subwoofer Output: 0 AM\/FM Tuner option: No Home Theater Pass-Through: Yes Unbalanced Analog Connector Type: Premium gold-plated solid brass Speaker Binding Post Type: Patented Solid Cinch Speaker Binding Posts Service Port: 1 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, DXD 384 kHz Tone Controls: 8-Band Tone Bypass and Input Assign: Yes RS-232 Control Input: Yes Power Control Output: 1 Main, 2 Trigger Rear Panel Data Port: 4 Rear Panel IR Sensor Input: Yes Input Level Match: Yes 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\/60 Hz, 6.6 A Standby Power Requirement:<\/span><\/div>\n
Background Information<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The McIntosh MA12000 is an integrated amplifier that combines technology and craftsmanship. The unit delivers 350 watts per channel thanks to a hybrid design that integrates tubes and solid-state components. The amplifier is constructed from high-quality materials such as stainless steel and brushed aluminum, while the cabinet features a sturdy glass panel with iconic blue VU meters. McIntosh uses carefully selected audio components to deliver pure and undistorted sound, and the internal wiring is hand-soldered for optimal signal transmission. The design reflects the philosophy of precise sound reproduction and timeless aesthetics.<\/span><\/div>\n
Brand History<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
McIntosh Laboratory, founded in 1949 by Frank H. McIntosh and Gordon Gow, is located in Binghamton, New York. In 1965, McIntosh amplifiers were used during President Lyndon B. Johnson’s inauguration speech. In 1969, twenty McIntosh MC3500 tube amplifiers provided the sound for the Woodstock festival. In 1974, the Grateful Dead used 48 McIntosh MC2300 amplifiers for their “Wall of Sound” system. In 1990, McIntosh was acquired by Clarion, followed by a takeover by D&M Holdings in 2003. In 2022, the company was sold to a private equity firm. McIntosh is known for its black glass front panels and blue VU meters.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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