MC2kW Monoblock

The dynamic range of live music places enormous demands on even the most powerful amplifiers. The MC2KW Monoblock Power Amplifier is designed to exceed those demands, delivering 2000 watts of continuous power and 8000 watts at the peaks. Sheer power output is but the beginning of the story, however. The MC2KW features McIntosh Quad Balanced Circuitry which, in the process of creating such extraordinary power, actually cancels virtually all noise and distortion. Listening to music through the MC2KW one gets a sense that all barriers between the performer and the listener have been removed, leaving only the raw passion and excitement of the performance.

The MC2KW’s unique design incorporates three modules. Two 1000-watt Power Modules each contain half the balanced circuitry and a power supply. The Output Module houses the input and output connections, meter, output autoformer, and functions as the control centre. The bifilar-wound, mirror-image output transformer combines the two signals from the Power Modules, cancelling noise and distortion while summing the power output.

EXCLUSIVE MCINTOSH POWER ASSURANCE SYSTEM
A collection of technologies that enhance performance and reliability while protecting the amplifier and loudspeakers.

POWER GUARD®
A waveform comparison circuit continuously monitors both input and output signals. Power Guard dynamically adjusts the input level to avoid clipping while preventing harsh sounding distortion.

SENTRY MONITOR
Fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe operating level – resets automatically.

OUTPUT AUTOFORMER
Unique McIntosh technology delivers the full rated amplifier output with the least possible distortion into loudspeaker impedances of 2, 4, or 8 Ohms; you get all the power you paid for and the freedom to choose any loudspeaker.

WATTMETER
Swift, accurate response reveals program peaks so staying within the power limits of your loudspeakers is easy.

Balanced and Unbalanced Inputs
Thruputs for Bi and Tri-Amping
Connections for 8, 4, and 2 Ohms
3 Full Sets of Terminals for Tri-Wiring
Power Control Triggers (In and Out)
Peak Responding Output Meter
Meter Hold Front Panel Switch
Silent Convection Cooling
Cool-Running High Efficiency Circuits
Thermal Track Output Transistors
Safe Operation to Below 2 Ohms
Sentry Monitor Protection
Power Line Inrush Protection
Fibre Optic Front Panel Lighting

POWER GUARD®
Clipping is prevented and THD does not exceed 2% with up to 14dB overdrive

POWER REQUIREMENTS
Each Power Module:
100 Volts, 50/60Hz, 1440 Watts
110 Volts, 50/60Hz, 13 Amps
120 Volts, 50/60Hz, 12 Amps
220 Volts, 50/60Hz, 7.5 Amps
230 Volts, 50/60Hz, 6.5 Amps
240 Volts, 50/60Hz, 6.5 Amps
Output Module:
100 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 Watts
110 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 Watts
120 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 Watts
220 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 Watts
230 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 Watts
240 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 Watts

The MC2KW monoblock amplifier is designed to exceed the demands of true lifelike playback levels, capable of delivering 2,000 watts of continuous power and 8,000 watts ofpeak power into 2, 4 or 8 ohm speakers. But sheer power output is just the beginning of the story.

The MC2KW’s unique design incorporates three modules. Two 1,000 watt
power modules each contain half the circuitry and a power supply. The
output module houses the input and output connections, meter, and output
transformer; it also functions as the control centre. The MC2KW
features McIntosh's Quad Balanced circuitry design which, in the process
of creating such extraordinary power, cancels virtually all noise and
distortion that may have been introduced into the audio signal. This
leaves a clean signal that even when amplified to high levels is still
as pure as when it entered the amplifier from the preamplifier.

Other McIntosh technologies are included in the MC2KW. The world famous McIntosh Autoformer™ guarantees your speakers will always receive full power regardless of their impedance, while Power Guard®
will prevent clipping that could damage them. Three sets of speaker
connections are included to allow for tri-wiring your speakers if they
are so designed. Sentry Monitor™ is a fuse-less short-circuit protection
circuit that disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe
operating levels and then resets automatically when operating conditions
return to normal. Both balanced and unbalanced inputs are available for
connecting to the rest of your system. The large, blue watt meter is
not only mesmerizing to look at but also provides a swift and accurate
reading of the amplified signal.

All three modules are housed in a beautiful polished stainless steel
chassis that compliments the classic glass front panel, knobs and
brushed aluminium handles along with nearly any room decor. The MC2KW is
perfect for both 2-channel music lovers as well as in home theatre
systems.