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MC1502 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Amplifier
- 150 Watts x 2 Channels
- Unity Coupled Circuit Output Transformers
- (8) KT88, (4) 12AX7A and (4) 12AT7 vacuum tubes
Overview
The MC1502 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Amplifier is a stereo amplifier designed for home audio and home music systems that produces 150 Watts per channel. It is the direct replacement to our award-winning MC2152 Limited Edition 70th Anniversary Vacuum Tube Amplifier, which was released in celebration of our 70th Anniversary that occurred in 2019. The new MC1502 has identical audio specifications and sound reproduction performance of the heralded MC2152 but in a more customary McIntosh design.
The MC1502 shares the timeless styling of our classic MC275 Vacuum Tube Amplifier. As the MC1502 has twice the stereo power rating of the MC275 (150 Watts vs. 75 Watts) and is physically larger, in many ways it can be considered the MC275’s big brother. And while a pair of MC275s can be run in mono to achieve the 150 Watts per channel output of the MC1502, the MC1502 boasts a better signal-to-noise ratio of 112dB vs. 105dB for the MC275 pairing – producing an even quieter performance than the already quiet MC275.
The MC1502 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Amplifier is powered by eight KT88 output vacuum tubes, with four assigned to each stereo channel. It also has eight small signal tubes, consisting of four 12AX7A and four 12AT7 vacuum tubes; two of each of these vacuum tubes are dedicated to each audio channel. The 12AX7A vacuum tubes are for the Balanced and Input amps, while the 12AT7 tubes are for the Voltage and Driver amps. All the vacuum tubes are covered by a 12-gauge stainless steel wire cage with a black powder-coated finish.
The KT88 vacuum tube sockets include Air-Pipe cooling at their bases to help facilitate long service life. The eight signal tube sockets have ceramic base construction with gold-plated contacts, providing protection from atmospheric contamination. All the vacuum tubes sit atop the precision-formed stainless steel chassis polished to a mirror finish. Our Sentry Monitor™ technology monitors the output current and shuts the amplifier off if it ever exceeds safe limits; the signal tubes will flash red if Sentry Monitor is ever activated.
Unlike many other amplifiers, the MC1502’s full 150 Watts can be delivered to almost any pair of speakers regardless of whether they have 2, 4, or 8 Ohm impedance. This is thanks to our patented Unity Coupled Circuit output transformer technology – the same technology McIntosh was founded on in 1949. Two Unity Coupled Circuit output transformers flank the power transformer which is positioned between them. Each transformer is housed in a glass-topped extruded enclosure that displays the wiring diagram for each transformer. Two fully spelled out vintage die-cast aluminum name badges adorn two sides of the MC1502, while an abbreviated badge is centered between the Tube Lights and Power knobs.
Both balanced and unbalanced inputs are included to connect the MC1502 to your preamplifier and the rest of your home audio system. Our patented Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts will securely connect your speaker cables to your speakers. Input and output for our Power Control technology allow other connected McIntosh components, such as preamplifiers, CD players, turntables, or media streamers, to automatically turn on and off.
The MC1502 “combines brutal control and quantities of power, with openness and sophistication. The amplifier is potent enough to power most speakers, and will only sound better the more it has to work with.” Highly recommended. – Lyd & Bilde
- Shares the timeless styling of our classic MC275 Vacuum Tube Amplifier. And with twice the stereo power rating of the MC275 (150 Watts vs.75 Watts) and is physically larger, in many ways the MC1502 can be considered the MC275’s big brother.
- Uses our Unity Coupled Circuit output transformer technology to deliver the full 150 Watts to almost any pair of speakers regardless if they have 2, 4 or 8 Ohm impedance.
- Powered by (8) KT88 output tubes, plus (4) 12AX7A and (4) 12AT7 signal tubes. The tubes are covered by a 12-gauge stainless steel wire cage with a black powder coated finish.
- The vacuum tubes sit atop the precision formed stainless steel chassis polished to a mirror finish.
- Sentry Monitor™ technology monitors the output current and shuts the amplifier off if it ever exceeds safe limits. Also includes our Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts and Power Control.
Total Harmonic Distortion:0.5% maximum from 20Hz to 20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio:112dB
Dynamic Headroom:1.2dB
Damping Factor: Greater than 18
Frequency Response:
- +0, -0.25dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
- +0, -3.0dB from 10Hz to 70kHz
Inputs:
- 2 Balanced
- 2 Unbalanced
Overall Dimensions (W x H x D):
- 18-1/4” (46.4cm) x 10-1/4” (26cm)x 21” (53.3cm)
Weight:
- 118 lbs (53.5kg) net,
- 135 lbs (61.2kg) in shipping carton
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In-stock products typically ship within 48 hours and should be expected to arrive in 3-4 business days. Orders outside of the UAE should be expected to arrive in 5-7 business days.
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Installation charges are applicable and can be paid upon delivery for our clients based in Dubai.
- Installation Charges: AED 450 Per Hour
- Speaker Cables: AED 32 Per Meter
- Trunking: AED 10 Per Meter
For clients based outside of the UAE, please contact our specialists and we will share an estimate based on your requirements.
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