Vintage / McIntosh MC2205 // Solid-State Amplifier / Professional Electronic Restoration / New Glass / AX2932
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Vintage / McIntosh MC2205 // Solid-State Amplifier / Professional Electronic Restoration / New Glass / AX2932
The McIntosh MC2205 is an iconic powerhouse of an amplifier, known for its distinctive glass front panel and the mesmerizing blue meter lights that dance with the rhythm of the music. Its sound quality is unmatched, offering a harmonious blend of clarity and depth that can breathe new life into any speaker setup, making it a coveted piece among audiophiles for its both visual and auditory impact.
This unit has a bit of oxidation on the sides of the transformers but has new factory glass and the large filter cans (now blue) have been replaced.
Burnished display cards contacts
Adjusted zero point on left power meter
Cleaned contacts on non-sealed controls
Adjusted idle current
Realigned meter color lens
Replaced two capacitors in driver boards
Replaced large filter capacitors
Replaced glass
Burnished display cards contacts
Adjusted zero point on left power meter
Cleaned controls, switches, and internal electronics
Exterior detailed
Verified power output above factory spec at 225 watts per channel RMS
SPECS
Type Solid state power amplifier
Power output 200 WPC > 8Ω (stereo), 400 W > 8Ω (mono)
Frequency response 10Hz to 100kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.1%
Damping factor 16
Input sensitivity 0.75V
Signal to noise ratio 95dB
Speaker load impedance 1Ω to 8Ω
Cabinet L14 (also fits L21 and L54)
Dimensions 7-1/8"H x 16-3/16"W x 14-1/2"D
Weight 85 lbs.
LINER NOTES
The output signal of the MC2205 passes through an output transformer, which is designed to match the output terminal of any impedance so that the maximum output is obtained for all frequency signals regardless of the output terminal. This transformer also protects the speakers in the event of an amplifier failure. When a DC component is mixed into the output, the transformer eliminates the component and prevents damage to the speakers. To prevent overloading of the output transistor, the output signal is always monitored by a Macintosh proprietary monitoring circuit. This circuit becomes high impedance when the output level exceeds the rated value, but this has no effect on the output. When the output reaches its maximum value, the monitoring circuit limits the signal supplied to the output transistor to prevent shorting of the output of the amplifier or damage to the output transistor. This monitoring circuit monitors the plus and minus sides of the output signal separately.
$3,499.00
Vintage / McIntosh MC2205 // Solid-State Amplifier / Professional Electronic Restoration / New Glass / AX2932—
$3,499.00
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The McIntosh MC2205 is an iconic powerhouse of an amplifier, known for its distinctive glass front panel and the mesmerizing blue meter lights that dance with the rhythm of the music. Its sound quality is unmatched, offering a harmonious blend of clarity and depth that can breathe new life into any speaker setup, making it a coveted piece among audiophiles for its both visual and auditory impact.
This unit has a bit of oxidation on the sides of the transformers but has new factory glass and the large filter cans (now blue) have been replaced.
Burnished display cards contacts
Adjusted zero point on left power meter
Cleaned contacts on non-sealed controls
Adjusted idle current
Realigned meter color lens
Replaced two capacitors in driver boards
Replaced large filter capacitors
Replaced glass
Burnished display cards contacts
Adjusted zero point on left power meter
Cleaned controls, switches, and internal electronics
Exterior detailed
Verified power output above factory spec at 225 watts per channel RMS
SPECS
Type Solid state power amplifier
Power output 200 WPC > 8Ω (stereo), 400 W > 8Ω (mono)
Frequency response 10Hz to 100kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.1%
Damping factor 16
Input sensitivity 0.75V
Signal to noise ratio 95dB
Speaker load impedance 1Ω to 8Ω
Cabinet L14 (also fits L21 and L54)
Dimensions 7-1/8"H x 16-3/16"W x 14-1/2"D
Weight 85 lbs.
LINER NOTES
The output signal of the MC2205 passes through an output transformer, which is designed to match the output terminal of any impedance so that the maximum output is obtained for all frequency signals regardless of the output terminal. This transformer also protects the speakers in the event of an amplifier failure. When a DC component is mixed into the output, the transformer eliminates the component and prevents damage to the speakers. To prevent overloading of the output transistor, the output signal is always monitored by a Macintosh proprietary monitoring circuit. This circuit becomes high impedance when the output level exceeds the rated value, but this has no effect on the output. When the output reaches its maximum value, the monitoring circuit limits the signal supplied to the output transistor to prevent shorting of the output of the amplifier or damage to the output transistor. This monitoring circuit monitors the plus and minus sides of the output signal separately.
