{"product_id":"mcintosh-ma8950-2-channel-integrated-amplifier","title":"McIntosh MA8950 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMcIntosh MA8950 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e200 Wpc solid-state integrated amplifier with Autoformers, 15 analog and digital inputs, and an upgradeable DA2 DAC module\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MA8950 combines a 200 Wpc solid-state power amplifier with extensive analog and digital connectivity in a single chassis. A pair of McIntosh Autoformers allows the amplifier to deliver its full rated 200 Wpc into 2-, 4-, or 8-ohm loudspeaker loads, providing consistent rated output across a wide range of speaker impedances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the preceding MA8900, filter capacity has been doubled, increasing dynamic headroom from 2 dB to 3.1 dB. The additional energy storage gives the MA8950 greater reserve for musical peaks while also contributing to improved bass performance and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA8950 provides 15 inputs. Its eight analog inputs include one balanced, six unbalanced, one Moving Coil phono input, and one Moving Magnet phono input. The Moving Coil input provides adjustable loading, while all inputs can be assigned custom names for easier system operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven digital inputs reside in the included DA2 Digital Audio Module: two coaxial, two optical, USB, MCT, and HDMI ARC. The DA2 uses an eight-channel, 32-bit DAC in Quad Balanced mode, supports DSD512 through USB, and can be replaced if McIntosh introduces a compatible future digital module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e200 Wpc Into 2, 4, or 8 Ohms\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh Autoformers allow each channel to deliver its full rated 200 W into 2-, 4-, or 8-ohm loudspeakers rather than limiting maximum power to a single nominal impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e3.1 dB Dynamic Headroom\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble the filter capacity of the preceding MA8900 increases dynamic headroom to 3.1 dB, providing additional energy storage for musical peaks and improved low-frequency control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e15 Analog and Digital Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight analog and seven digital inputs accommodate a wide range of source components, from turntables and disc transports to computers and televisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMoving Coil and Moving Magnet Phonostages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate Moving Coil and Moving Magnet inputs support dedicated turntable connections, with adjustable loading provided for the Moving Coil input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eUpgradeable DA2 Digital Audio Module\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFive-Band Analog Equalizer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA discrete five-band analog equalizer provides ±12 dB of adjustment in 2 dB increments at 30 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 2 kHz, and 10 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePower Guard\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\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\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSentry Monitor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\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\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh Drive Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front-panel headphone output incorporates McIntosh High Drive circuitry and Headphone Crossfeed Director technology for dedicated headphone listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHome Theater PassThru\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome Theater PassThru allows the MA8950 to be incorporated into a multichannel system while retaining its role as a dedicated two-channel integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcIntosh MA8950 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\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid-state integrated amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChannels:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 200 Wpc into 2, 4, or 8 ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRated Power Band:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.005%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Headroom:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.1 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Input Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.25 mV Moving Coil; 2.5 mV Moving Magnet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Level Input Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.5 V balanced; 0.25 V unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Amp Input Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.4 V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 80 dB Moving Coil; 82 dB Moving Magnet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Level Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 95 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Amp Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 113 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInput Impedance:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 kΩ balanced; 20 kΩ unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDamping Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e Greater than 40\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 V unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Moving Coil with adjustable loading; 1 Moving Magnet with fixed loading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Audio Module:\u003c\/b\u003e DA2, upgradeable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Coaxial Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Optical Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital MCT Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital USB Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI ARC Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit\/384 kHz PCM\/DSD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoaxial and Optical Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 24-bit\/192 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz; DSD512; DXD up to 384 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Variable Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Fixed Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/4\" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTone Controls:\u003c\/b\u003e Five-band analog equalizer, ±12 dB in 2 dB increments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHome Theater PassThru:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Autoformer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Meters:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRS232 Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Control Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Main, 2 Trigger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eData Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIR Sensor Input:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Port:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Polished stainless steel and black painted steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e 120 V, 50\/60 Hz, 4.4 A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandby Power Consumption:\u003c\/b\u003e Less than 0.25 W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions (H × W × D):\u003c\/b\u003e 7-5\/8\" × 17-1\/2\" × 18-3\/4\" (194 × 445 × 476 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 75 lb. 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