{"product_id":"mcintosh-ma9500-2-channel-integrated-amplifier","title":"McIntosh MA9500 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMcIntosh MA9500 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003e300 Wpc solid-state integrated amplifier with Autoformers, 17 analog and digital inputs, and an upgradeable DA2 DAC module\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MA9500 combines a 300 Wpc solid-state power amplifier, extensive analog preamplifier facilities, and high-resolution digital conversion in a single chassis. McIntosh Autoformers allow the amplifier to deliver its full rated 300 Wpc into 2-, 4-, or 8-ohm loudspeaker loads, making its rated power available across a broad range of speaker impedances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompared with the preceding MA9000, the MA9500 doubles filter capacity, increasing dynamic headroom from 1.8 dB to 2.8 dB. The additional energy storage gives the amplifier greater reserve for musical peaks while also contributing to improved low-frequency performance and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MA9500 provides 17 inputs in total. Ten analog inputs include two balanced, six unbalanced, one Moving Coil phono input, and one Moving Magnet phono input, with adjustable loading provided for both phono stages. Seven digital inputs are housed in the included DA2 Digital Audio Module: two coaxial, two optical, USB, MCT, and HDMI ARC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DA2 uses an eight-channel, 32-bit DAC in Quad Balanced mode. Coaxial and optical inputs support PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz, while USB supports PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD512, and DXD up to 384 kHz. Its modular construction also allows the digital section to be replaced if McIntosh introduces a compatible future module.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003e300 Wpc Into 2, 4, or 8 Ohms\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh Autoformers allow each channel to deliver the full rated 300 W into 2-, 4-, or 8-ohm loudspeakers rather than limiting maximum power to a single nominal impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e2.8 dB Dynamic Headroom\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouble the filter capacity of the preceding MA9000 increases dynamic headroom to 2.8 dB, providing additional energy storage for musical peaks and improved low-frequency control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e17 Analog and Digital Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eTen analog and seven digital inputs provide extensive connectivity for turntables, disc transports, streamers, computers, televisions, and other source components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMoving Coil and Moving Magnet Phonostages\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeparate Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono inputs allow two turntables or tonearms to remain connected, with adjustable loading provided for both cartridge types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eUpgradeable DA2 Digital Audio Module\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included DA2 module uses a Quad Balanced eight-channel 32-bit DAC and provides seven digital inputs, including HDMI ARC and McIntosh’s proprietary MCT connection. Its modular construction allows for future replacement with a compatible McIntosh digital module.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEight-Band Analog Equalizer\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA discrete eight-band analog equalizer provides ±12 dB of adjustment in 2 dB increments at 25 Hz, 50 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz, 400 Hz, 1 kHz, 2.5 kHz, and 10 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePower Guard\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePower Guard continuously compares the amplifier’s input and output signals and dynamically adjusts the input level when necessary to prevent clipping and the harsh distortion it can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSentry Monitor\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSentry Monitor provides fuse-less short-circuit protection, disengaging the output stage before current exceeds safe operating limits and automatically restoring operation when conditions return to normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHigh Drive Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe front-panel headphone output incorporates McIntosh High Drive circuitry and Headphone Crossfeed Director technology for dedicated headphone listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHome Theater PassThru\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHome Theater PassThru allows the MA9500 to be incorporated into a multichannel system while retaining its normal role as a dedicated two-channel integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcIntosh MA9500 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDA2 Digital Audio Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid-state integrated amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChannels:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 300 Wpc into 2, 4, or 8 ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRated Power Band:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 Hz–20 kHz, +0\/–0.5 dB; 10 Hz–100 kHz \u003cb\u003e(+0\/–3 dB)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.005%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Headroom:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.8 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Input Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.3 mV Moving Coil; 3 mV Moving Magnet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Level Input Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.6 V balanced; 0.3 V unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Amp Input Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.7 V\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 82 dB Moving Coil; 84 dB Moving Magnet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Level Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 98 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Amp Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 114 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInput Impedance:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 kΩ balanced; 22 kΩ unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDamping Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e Greater than 40\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 16 V balanced; 8 V unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 6\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Moving Coil with adjustable loading; 1 Moving Magnet with adjustable loading\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Audio Module:\u003c\/b\u003e DA2, upgradeable\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Coaxial Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Optical Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital MCT Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital USB Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI ARC Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit\/384 kHz PCM\/DSD\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoaxial and Optical Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 24-bit\/192 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz; DSD512; DXD up to 384 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced Variable Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Variable Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Fixed Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/4\" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTone Controls:\u003c\/b\u003e Eight-band analog equalizer, ±12 dB in 2 dB increments\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHome Theater PassThru:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Autoformer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Meters:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRS232 Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Control Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Main, 2 Trigger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eData Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e 4\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIR Sensor Input:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Port:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpeaker Connections:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid Cinch speaker binding posts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Polished stainless steel and black painted steel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e 120 V, 50\/60 Hz, 6.6 A\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandby Power Consumption:\u003c\/b\u003e Less than 0.25 W\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions (H × W × D):\u003c\/b\u003e 9-7\/16\" × 17-1\/2\" × 19-3\/4\" (240 × 445 × 502 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 101 lb. 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