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DESCRIPTION
The McIntosh MC1502 Vacuum Tube Amplifier is a powerhouse stereo amplifier delivering 150 Watts per channel, perfect for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality in home audio systems. Combining the iconic McIntosh design with advanced vacuum tube technology, the MC1502 provides a quiet, dynamic performance that is a direct successor to the MC2152 Limited Edition. Its signature Unity Coupled Circuit Output Transformers ensure optimal power delivery, while its high-performance KT88, 12AX7A, and 12AT7 tubes offer rich, detailed sound reproduction. The amplifier’s rugged build includes a stainless steel chassis and advanced cooling features, ensuring long-lasting durability.
McIntosh MC1502 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Amplifier
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DESCRIPTION
The McIntosh MC1502 Vacuum Tube Amplifier is a powerhouse stereo amplifier delivering 150 Watts per channel, perfect for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality in home audio systems. Combining the iconic McIntosh design with advanced vacuum tube technology, the MC1502 provides a quiet, dynamic performance that is a direct successor to the MC2152 Limited Edition. Its signature Unity Coupled Circuit Output Transformers ensure optimal power delivery, while its high-performance KT88, 12AX7A, and 12AT7 tubes offer rich, detailed sound reproduction. The amplifier’s rugged build includes a stainless steel chassis and advanced cooling features, ensuring long-lasting durability.
FEATURES
150 Watts per Channel: Provides powerful output with clear, detailed sound for both home audio and music systems.
Vacuum Tube Technology: Powered by (8) KT88 output tubes and (8) small signal tubes (12AX7A and 12AT7), delivering a warm, dynamic listening experience.
Unity Coupled Circuit Transformers: Ensures reliable power delivery to speakers of various impedance (2, 4, or 8 Ohms), maintaining high-quality performance.
Advanced Cooling & Durable Build: Features Air-Pipe cooling on KT88 sockets and gold-plated ceramic contacts to enhance longevity and minimize overheating.
Iconic McIntosh Design: Polished stainless steel chassis, glass-topped transformer enclosures, and vintage-style die-cast aluminum name badges complete the amplifier’s timeless aesthetic.
TECHNICAL SPECS
Power Output per Channel: 150W @ 2, 4 or 8 Ohms
Number of Channels: 2
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.5% maximum harmonic distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to rated power, 20Hz to 20,000Hz / <0.20% at 1W, 20Hz to 20,000Hz
S/N below rated output: 112dB
Dynamic Headroom: 1.2dB
Damping Factor: >18
Rated Power Band: 20Hz to 20kHz
Frequency Response: +0, -0.25dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz / +0, -3dB from 10Hz to 70,000Hz
Remote Power Control: Yes
Multi-Channel DB25 Cable: N/A
Speaker Binding Post TypePatented Solid Cinch™ Speaker Binding Posts
Circuit Configuration: Unity Coupled
Circuit Design: Vacuum Tube
Mono Bridge: No
Mono Parallel: No
Output Type: Unity Coupled Output Transformer
Meters: No
Meter Light Switch: N/A
Balanced Input: 2
Front Panel: N/A
Illumination: Small Signal Tubes: Green, Natural
Chassis Style: Polished Stainless Steel
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 18-1/4" (46.4cm) x 10-1/4" (26cm) (including feet) x 21" (53.3cm)
