{"title":"McIntosh Home Theater","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlan a McIntosh home theater around processors, receivers, multichannel amplifiers, room correction, speaker layout, control, calibration, ventilation, and professional system integration. This collection is for complete cinema and media-room design rather than general two-channel amplifier shopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-amplifiers\"\u003eMcIntosh amplifier guide\u003c\/a\u003e to understand broader amplifier architecture, or compare \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-power-amplifiers\"\u003eMcIntosh power amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e when selecting dedicated channels for front speakers, surrounds, or larger multichannel systems. Return to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh\"\u003eMcIntosh Labs\u003c\/a\u003e for the complete current product pathway.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mht300-home-theater-receiver","title":"McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnleash the Power of the McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MHT300 represents the pinnacle of home cinema performance, offering unrivaled sound quality and power for the most immersive audio experience. This 7.2-channel (expandable to 7.2.4 channels) AVR delivers a robust 150 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms or 120 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms, with all channels driven simultaneously. As the heart of any high-end home theater system, the MHT300 combines the latest video and audio technologies, delivering breathtaking Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ surround sound along with stunning 8K video capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAll Channels Driven, All the Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other AV receivers, the MHT300 drives all seven channels simultaneously at full power. Whether you need 150 Watts into 4 Ohms or 120 Watts into 8 Ohms, the MHT300 delivers exceptional performance to every speaker in your home theater system, providing crystal-clear sound quality and immersive audio experiences across your setup. From explosive action scenes to subtle dialogue, the MHT300 ensures the most precise and powerful sound for all your home theater needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeamless Expansion and Customization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver is built for future expansion. If your home theater grows beyond seven channels, external amplifiers like the McIntosh MI254 4-Channel Amplifier can be easily integrated via the Height 1 and Height 2 outputs. This allows you to transform your setup into a 7.2.4 channel system, ideal for large-scale home theaters. Additionally, for those looking for even more power, external amplifiers can be added to customize the sound to your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Audio and Video Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MHT300 is equipped with cutting-edge audio and video technology, supporting 8K\/60Hz and 4K\/120Hz resolutions for superior clarity and detail. Additionally, advanced HDR formats such as Dolby Vision™, HDR10+, and HLG ensure the richest colors and sharpest contrasts. The MHT300’s eARC functionality simplifies connections while ensuring high-resolution audio formats like Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ are seamlessly delivered from your TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirac Live® Room Correction for Perfect Acoustics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MHT300 includes Dirac Live® Room Correction technology, which optimizes the audio to match the specific acoustics of your room. This advanced calibration ensures that every seat in your home theater experiences the perfect balance of sound, free from distortion. Whether you're hosting a movie night or enjoying your favorite music, the MHT300 ensures impeccable sound quality across your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Custom Installations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver offers a sleek 3U rack-mountable design, making it an excellent fit for both visible and hidden A\/V racks. With Control4 Certification and Crestron Home Certification, it integrates seamlessly with home automation systems, providing effortless control of your home theater via touchscreen, remote, or voice commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExperience McIntosh Power in Your Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring the power and precision of McIntosh into your home with the MHT300 Home Theater Receiver. Whether you're watching the latest blockbuster or enjoying an intimate musical performance, the MHT300 delivers sound that immerses you in the action. Pair it with McIntosh speakers or any high-end home theater system to experience the true power of cinema in your living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.2-channel AV receiver (expandable to 7.2.4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms \/ 120 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms (all channels driven)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8K\/60Hz and 4K\/120Hz video support with HDR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirac Live® Room Correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl4 and Crestron Home certified for seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3U rack-mountable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Home Theater Experts in Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Audio Exchange, located in Richmond, Virginia, we are authorized dealers of McIntosh products, including the MHT300 Home Theater Receiver. Visit our showroom to explore a wide selection of high-end audio equipment, and let our team of experts guide you to the perfect setup for your home. We also offer professional home theater installation services, ensuring that your system is perfectly integrated and optimized for your space. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio-exchange.com\/pages\/services\" title=\"Home Theater Installation Services\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about our home theater installation services\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Home Theater Installation Services\" href=\"https:\/\/audio-exchange.com\/pages\/custom-home-theater-audio-installation-in-richmond-va\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatch the McIntosh MHT300 in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an in-depth look at the McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver, check out these informative videos:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe title=\"Introduction to the McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-XOdOx-ZLfw\" height=\"343\" width=\"610\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003ciframe title=\"In Depth with the McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o6Yj9k7VlZ4\" height=\"343\" width=\"610\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Outputs Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Inputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Outputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo Inputs Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo Inputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo Outputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital Coaxial Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital Coaxial Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital Optical Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAES\/EBU Balanced Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Type A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponent Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponent Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubwoofer 2 Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (discrete signal from subwoofer 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax # of audio channels in Zone A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Zone Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Web interface and firmware update, IP-based control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution and Refresh Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8K\/60Hz and 4K\/120Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDCP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4:4:4 Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRec. 2020 (BT.2020)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3D video pass-through\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Lip-sync\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eeARC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVideo Scaling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Dynamic Range (HDR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick Media Switching (QMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick Frame Transport (QFT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable Refresh Rate (VRR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion (DSP Bypass)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Atmos, Dolby Surround Upmixer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDTS Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDTS-X, Neural:X Surround Upmixer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuro Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure Stereo DSP Bypass Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPEG-H Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e360 Reality Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIMAX Enhanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoom Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirac Live\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronic Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTC Power Output Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Output per Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 W into 4 ohms with ALL Channels Driven\u003cbr\u003e120 W into 8 ohms with ALL Channels Driven\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2 (expandable to 7.2.4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\/N below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85dB (95dB below rated output)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ohms: \u0026gt;100\u003cbr\u003e4 ohms: \u0026gt;50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThird Party Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS232, Web IP, IR Input, Connects with Control4, Works with Crestron Home\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTone Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass and Treble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOSD Overlay on HDMI Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput-Output Format Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl of McIntosh Sources\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, by handheld remote, 1 Data Out, 2 Power Control Trigger jacks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Formats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2 (5.2.2), 7.1, 5.1, Stereo (expandable to 7.2.4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrophone and stand included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnique Crossover Frequency, Each Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFM 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With \u003cstrong\u003e13.2 audio channels\u003c\/strong\u003e and both \u003cstrong\u003eeARC\/ARC\u003c\/strong\u003e functionality, it provides exceptional sound quality for a truly immersive experience. The MX123 also supports \u003cstrong\u003eApple AirPlay 2\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eSpotify Connect\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to stream your favorite music effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptimized Performance and Smart Home Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with \u003cstrong\u003eAudyssey MultEQ XT32\u003c\/strong\u003e room correction technology, the MX123 calibrates audio output to match your room's acoustics, delivering balanced and clear sound in every seat. It also integrates seamlessly with leading smart home systems, boasting \u003cstrong\u003eConnects with Control4\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWorks with Crestron Home\u003c\/strong\u003e certifications, making it easy to incorporate into your existing home automation setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTimeless McIntosh Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX123 embodies the classic McIntosh aesthetic, featuring a backlit black glass front panel, illuminated logo, and aluminum end caps. This processor not only performs exceptionally but also serves as a stunning centerpiece in any home theater setup. Pair it with McIntosh amplifiers like the MC303, MC255, or MC257 to create a home theater system that is as visually impressive as it is technically advanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore McIntosh at Audio Exchange in Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eAudio Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e, Richmond's premier destination for high-end audio, we proudly offer the McIntosh MX123 A\/V Processor. Visit our showroom to experience the full capabilities of McIntosh products and let our experts help you build the perfect home theater system. We also provide professional installation services to ensure your system is seamlessly integrated and optimized for your space. \u003ca title=\"Home Theater Installation Services\" href=\"\/pages\/services\"\u003eLearn more about our home theater installation services\u003c\/a\u003e today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Outputs Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Inputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Outputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo 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Whether you're building a new home theater or upgrading your existing setup, the MX200 offers an immersive experience with support for up to \u003cstrong\u003e11.2 channels\u003c\/strong\u003e and the latest audio and video formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 HDMI inputs \u0026amp; 1 HDMI output supporting 8K\/60Hz, 4K\/120Hz, and 40Gbps bandwidth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11.2 channels with 2 discrete subwoofer outputs for expansive audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDolby Atmos, DTS:X, and eARC\/ARC for immersive surround sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirac Live Room Correction for precise acoustic tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDR support including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2U rack mountable design, perfect for custom installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects with Control4 and Works with Crestron Home certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnmatched Audio and Video Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX200 supports the latest in audio and video technology, including \u003cstrong\u003e8K\/60Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e4K\/120Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e video through its HDMI inputs and outputs, ensuring your home theater is ready for the future. With support for \u003cstrong\u003eDolby Atmos\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDTS:X\u003c\/strong\u003e, the MX200 creates a truly immersive soundstage, bringing movies, music, and games to life. The processor also features \u003cstrong\u003eDirac Live Room Correction\u003c\/strong\u003e, which adjusts audio output to match the unique acoustics of your space, delivering perfectly balanced sound across every seat in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Experts Are Saying:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The MX200 represents a compelling option for home cinema aficionados seeking top-tier audio processing and room correction capabilities in one package.\" - \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/news\/mcintoshs-mx200-av-processor-aims-to-win-you-over-with-dirac-live-room-correction\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Perfect for the film lover meets audiophile.\" - \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theabsolutesound.com\/articles\/mcintosh-launches-mx200-a-v-processor\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Seamless Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sleek, 2U rack-mountable design of the MX200 makes it ideal for custom installations. It comes with \u003cstrong\u003eConnects with Control4 Certification\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWorks with Crestron Home Certification\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring seamless integration with leading smart home systems. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or working with a professional installer, the MX200 offers the flexibility and control needed to create a flawless home theater experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Connectivity Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX200 features a wide range of analog and digital inputs and outputs, including 4 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output with \u003cstrong\u003eeARC\u003c\/strong\u003e support. This allows high-resolution audio formats like DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD to be transmitted with unparalleled clarity. Additionally, the processor includes 2 coaxial and 2 optical digital audio inputs, as well as a Moving Magnet phono input, providing compatibility with a variety of audio sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElegance Meets Functionality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the MX200 is designed for exceptional performance, it also boasts the timeless McIntosh aesthetic, featuring a black glass front panel, illuminated logo, and aluminum end caps. Whether installed in an A\/V rack or displayed on a TV console, the MX200 adds a touch of elegance to any home theater setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElevate Your Home Theater Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh MX200 A\/V Processor is more than just a piece of equipment—it's the heart of your home theater. Pair it with McIntosh amplifiers like the MC255 or MC257 to create a powerful, immersive audio-visual experience that rivals the best cinemas. With its combination of cutting-edge technology, seamless integration, and classic McIntosh design, the MX200 is the perfect choice for those who demand the best in home entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Home Theater Experts in Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eAudio Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e, we are proud to be authorized dealers of McIntosh products, including the MX200 A\/V Processor. Visit our showroom to explore a wide selection of high-end audio and video equipment, and let our team of experts guide you to the perfect setup for your home. We also offer professional home theater installation services to ensure your system is perfectly integrated and optimized for your space. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/services\" title=\"Home Theater Installation Services\"\u003eLearn more about our home theater installation services\u003c\/a\u003e today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Outputs Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Inputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel Outputs Unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo 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Pair it with McIntosh’s MC312 or MC152 amplifiers for the surround channels, and fully immerse yourself in your movie collection like never before. For audiophiles, the MC303 can also be used in tri-amping configurations on compatible speakers, such as the McIntosh XRT1.1K or XRT2.1K, bringing your music to life with unmatched detail and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Protection and Versatile Connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC303 is equipped with McIntosh’s signature technologies to ensure reliable performance. \u003cstrong\u003ePower Guard®\u003c\/strong\u003e prevents over-driving of the amplifier, protecting your speakers from harsh clipping. The \u003cstrong\u003eSentry Monitor™\u003c\/strong\u003e circuit provides fuse-less short-circuit protection, automatically disengaging the output stage when current exceeds safe levels and resetting when conditions normalize. With inputs for both balanced and unbalanced cables, the MC303 offers the flexibility needed to integrate seamlessly into any high-end audio or home theater system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic McIntosh Aesthetics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to McIntosh’s design heritage, the MC303 features a polished stainless steel chassis, a classic black glass front panel, and custom machined aluminum handles. The triple bank of blue watt meters provides a striking visual element, allowing you to monitor power output in real-time. For theater use, the meters can be switched off to avoid conflicts with your screen, ensuring that nothing distracts from your viewing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Experts Are Saying:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"There was a gripping \"rightness\" about the musical performance that trumped any rational analysis.\" - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Files\/mcintoshlabs\/ReviewAwardDocuments\/MC303-Stereophile-509.pdf?rev=1efa006dc1b84a8ab39c667cf1e28adb\u0026amp;revision=1efa006d-c1b8-4a8a-b39c-667cf1e28adb\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Files\/mcintoshlabs\/ReviewAwardDocuments\/MC303-Stereophile-509.pdf?rev=1efa006dc1b84a8ab39c667cf1e28adb\u0026amp;revision=1efa006d-c1b8-4a8a-b39c-667cf1e28adb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStereophile Magazine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Home Theater Experts in Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eAudio Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e in Richmond, Virginia, we are proud to be authorized dealers of McIntosh products, including the MC303 multi-channel amplifier. 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Our team of experts is ready to help you design the ultimate home theater or audio system. \u003ca title=\"Home Theater Installation Services\" href=\"\/pages\/services\" data-mce-href=\"\/pages\/services\"\u003eLearn more about our home theater installation services\u003c\/a\u003e today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFTC Power Output Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e300 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePower Output per Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e300 W into 2, 4 or 8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e0.005%\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eS\/N below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e112dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1.8dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;40\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e+0, -0.25dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003cbr\u003e+0, -3dB from 10Hz to 100kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRemote Power Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel DB25 Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePush-Pull Complementary Autoformers\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCircuit Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSolid State\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMono Bridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMono Parallel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAutoformer™\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMeter Light Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBalanced Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFront Panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eGlass with handles\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eIllumination\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLED Fiber Optic\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eChassis Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eInverted\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSpeaker Binding Post Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeights \u0026amp; 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It can power a conventional 5-channel setup or be paired with additional McIntosh amplifiers for expanded systems featuring Dolby® Atmos, DTS:X™, and Auro-3D® object-based 3D audio formats. The MC255 can also be configured for dual-zone use, delivering 250 Watts to one zone and 200 Watts to another, offering flexibility and powerful performance throughout your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the McIntosh MC255?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMcIntosh MC255\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out not just for its power and performance, but also for its innovative features and classic McIntosh design. Whether you're upgrading an existing home theater system or building one from scratch, the MC255 provides the power, precision, and reliability needed to create a truly immersive audio experience. Its combination of advanced technologies, like Dynamic Power Manager® and Power Guard®, with timeless aesthetics ensures that the MC255 will be the centerpiece of any high-end home theater setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Home Theater Experts in Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eAudio Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e in Richmond, Virginia, we are proud to offer the McIntosh MC255 5-Channel Amplifier. Visit our showroom to experience the unparalleled power and precision of McIntosh products. Our team of experts is here to help you create the ultimate home theater experience, tailored to your specific needs. \u003ca title=\"Home Theater Installation Services\" href=\"\/pages\/services\"\u003eLearn more about our home theater installation services\u003c\/a\u003e today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTC Power Output Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Output per Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Front Channels only: 250 W into 4 or 8 ohms\u003cbr\u003eAll 5 Channels: 200 W into 4 or 8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(can also be used as a 2-zone amplifier with 3 channels in zone A and 2 channels in zone B)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.005%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\/N below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;70 @ 4 ohms\u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt;140 @ 8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0, -0.25dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003cbr\u003e+0, -3dB from 10Hz to 100kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote Power Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 5 or 3 + 2 Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Channel DB25 Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeaker Binding Post Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePush-Pull Complementary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircuit Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid State\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono Bridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono Parallel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Coupled with Dynamic Power Manager®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripleView™ Power Output Meter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeter Light Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIllumination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChassis Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInverted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeights \u0026amp; 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With \u003cstrong\u003e250 Watts per channel for 3 channels\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e200 Watts per channel for 7 channels\u003c\/strong\u003e, the MC257 ensures your movies, music, and games are brought to life with the unparalleled sound quality and clarity that only McIntosh can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250 Watts x 3 Channels; 200 Watts x 7 Channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative TripleView™ Power Output Meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e94% increase in dynamic headroom for enhanced performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Power Manager® (DPM) for consistent power delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Guard® and Sentry Monitor™ for advanced speaker protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonogrammed Heatsinks™ for cool, quiet operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated binding posts to prevent corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExperience Immersive Sound with TripleView™ Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC257 is highlighted by our eye-catching \u003cstrong\u003eTripleView™ Power Output Meter\u003c\/strong\u003e, which independently displays the real-time power output of the amplifier’s three front channels. This 15” wide meter combines three traditional McIntosh meters into a single, streamlined enclosure, delivering the same high performance and enticing motion that McIntosh meters are known for. The TripleView meter’s captivating blue glow can be turned off to ensure it doesn’t compete with your TV or movie screen, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePair with the McIntosh MX180 A\/V Processor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate home theater setup, pair the MC257 with the \u003ca title=\"McIntosh MX180 A\/V Processor\" href=\"https:\/\/audio-exchange.com\/products\/mx180-a-v-processor\"\u003eMcIntosh MX180 A\/V Processor\u003c\/a\u003e. This combination \"\u003cem\u003echecked all the performance-related boxes when it came to signal integrity and immersion. Also, clarity and dynamics were off the charts... It had an amazing surround bubble that put me in the center of the action. This soundscape featured pinpoint imaging of all the discrete effects. The overall clarity, dynamic punch, and low distortion of the sound were above reproach.\u003c\/em\u003e\" – \u003cstrong\u003eSECRETS of Home Theater and High Fidelity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePowerful Performance with Enhanced Dynamic Headroom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC257 has been upgraded to deliver even more power and performance. When using the front left, center, and right channels, power output has been increased by 25%, delivering \u003cstrong\u003e250 Watts per channel\u003c\/strong\u003e. When all 7 channels are in use, each receives a robust \u003cstrong\u003e200 Watts per channel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thanks to an increased filter capacity, the MC257 boasts a \u003cstrong\u003e94% increase in dynamic headroom\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing it to handle even the most demanding soundtracks with ease. This increased headroom, along with improved low-frequency performance, ensures that your home theater delivers the impactful, immersive sound you crave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Cooling and Quiet Operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC257 operates cool and quiet, thanks to five \u003cstrong\u003eMcIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™\u003c\/strong\u003e connected to advanced high-current output transistors. These features eliminate the need for noisy cooling fans, ensuring that nothing interferes with your movie’s soundtrack. A specially wound toroidal isolation power transformer further minimizes noise, while gold-plated binding posts ensure a pristine signal is sent to your speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible Configuration Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC257 is incredibly versatile and can be used in various home theater configurations. It can power a full 7-channel setup on its own, or it can be paired with additional McIntosh amplifiers, such as the MI128 or MI254, to power systems with more than 7 channels. Alternatively, the MC257 can be used in a 5-channel setup, with the remaining 2 channels available to power a second audio zone in your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic McIntosh Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all McIntosh products, the MC257 features the classic McIntosh design, including a polished stainless steel chassis, black glass front panel, TripleView meter, illuminated logo, control knobs, and aluminum end caps. This amplifier is as visually stunning as it is powerful, making it the perfect centerpiece for any high-end home theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Home Theater Experts in Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eAudio Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e in Richmond, Virginia, we are proud to offer the McIntosh MC257 7-Channel Amplifier. 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Its efficient closed-loop digital switching architecture delivers greater power to the three most demanding front channels while providing substantial output for four surround or height channels, all from a compact, fanless 3U chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front left, center and front right channels each deliver \u003cstrong\u003e250 watts into 8 ohms or 300 watts into 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e. The remaining four channels deliver \u003cstrong\u003e125 watts into 8 ohms or 200 watts into 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, making the MI347 well suited to conventional 7-channel theaters or as the primary amplifier in a larger Dolby Atmos or DTS:X system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePurpose-Built Power for Home Theater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovie soundtracks place the greatest demands on the front soundstage, where dialogue, music and the most powerful effects are concentrated. McIntosh designed the MI347 around that reality. Its three higher-powered front channels provide additional dynamic headroom for the left, center and right speakers, while the four surround channels efficiently power surround, rear or overhead speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis channel layout makes the MI347 a natural partner for the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mx200-a-v-processor\"\u003eMcIntosh MX200 A\/V Processor\u003c\/a\u003e. Systems requiring more than seven amplified channels can supplement it with an additional multichannel amplifier for height, surround or secondary-zone speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClosed-Loop Class D Amplification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI347 uses sophisticated closed-loop digital switching amplifier circuits paired with robust power supplies. This highly efficient Class D design produces substantial output without requiring cooling fans, helping preserve a quiet equipment room while reducing the heat and space demands associated with many traditional multichannel amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVentilation openings across the top and sides support passive heat dissipation. The understated exterior is intended to integrate neatly into a dedicated A\/V rack, yet its black glass front panel, illuminated McIntosh logo and silver trim retain the brand’s familiar visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRack-Friendly Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt only 3U high, the MI347 is built for custom-installed home theaters and equipment racks. Removable rack-mounting brackets are included, allowing it to be installed in a standard 19-inch rack or placed on a conventional equipment shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amplifier measures 17-1\/2 inches wide without the rack ears, 6-1\/16 inches high including its feet and 21 inches deep including the front panel and connected cables. It weighs 32.5 pounds, making it considerably easier to place and service than many large traditional multichannel amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Balanced and Unbalanced Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the seven channels includes both a balanced XLR input and an unbalanced RCA input, allowing the MI347 to work with a wide range of surround processors and system configurations. Standard five-way binding posts provide secure speaker connections, while McIntosh Power Control can coordinate startup and shutdown with compatible components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-color front-panel LED indicators provide a clear view of each channel’s operating status without the space required for traditional power meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection and Automatic Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Guard®:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitors the audio signal and helps prevent amplifier clipping from damaging connected loudspeakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSentry Monitor™:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects the output stages from unsafe current conditions and automatically restores operation when normal conditions return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can automatically turn the amplifier on when an input signal is detected and shut it down after an extended period without a signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows compatible McIntosh components to power on and off together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFanless cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficient amplification and extensive ventilation eliminate the need for potentially noisy cooling fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMI347 vs. MC257\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI347 and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mc257-7-channel-solid-state-amplifier\"\u003eMcIntosh MC257 7-Channel Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e can both power a complete seven-channel theater, but they are designed around different priorities. The MI347 uses an efficient, rack-friendly Class D design and allocates more power to the three front channels. The larger MC257 uses McIntosh’s traditional solid-state amplifier architecture and provides equal rated power across all seven channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI347 is particularly attractive for discreet custom installations where rack space, heat management and efficiency are important. The MC257 is better suited to systems where equal high output across every channel and traditional McIntosh amplifier styling are higher priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh MI347 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmplifier Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-channel digital home theater power amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosed-loop digital switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFront Channel Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 watts x 3 into 8 ohms; 300 watts x 3 into 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurround Channel Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125 watts x 4 into 8 ohms; 200 watts x 4 into 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.025%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100dB below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5dB at 8 ohms; 3.5dB at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreater than 85 at 8 ohms; greater than 45 at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0\/-0.9dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 balanced XLR and 7 unbalanced RCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeaker Connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard five-way binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRack Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3U with removable rack-mounting ears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-1\/2 inches W without ears; 19 inches W with ears x 6-1\/16 inches H x 21 inches D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeat Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,500 BTU per hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the McIntosh MI347 a Class D amplifier?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The MI347 uses closed-loop digital switching amplifier circuits, commonly described as Class D amplification, to provide high output and efficiency from a compact chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI347 deliver the same power from every channel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Its three front channels deliver 250 watts into 8 ohms or 300 watts into 4 ohms. Its four surround channels deliver 125 watts into 8 ohms or 200 watts into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI347 power a Dolby Atmos system?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can power seven channels in a Dolby Atmos system. A configuration with more than seven amplified speakers will require an additional power amplifier for the remaining height or surround channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI347 include a surround processor?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The MI347 is a dedicated power amplifier and requires an A\/V processor or preamplifier, such as the McIntosh MX200, to provide decoding, source switching, volume control and room correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI347 be installed without a rack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The included rack ears are removable, so the amplifier can also be placed on a suitably ventilated equipment shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI347 use cooling fans?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Its efficient amplifier design and extensive chassis ventilation allow it to operate without cooling fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthorized McIntosh Dealer Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Exchange is an authorized McIntosh dealer in Richmond, Virginia. Our team can help evaluate loudspeaker requirements, processor compatibility, rack ventilation, channel planning and system expansion. 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Its closed-loop digital switching architecture delivers \u003cstrong\u003e500 watts per channel into 8 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e800 watts per channel into 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing substantial power from a fanless, rack-friendly 2U chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith balanced and unbalanced inputs, removable rack ears, twin blue McIntosh Watt meters and comprehensive protection circuitry, the MI502 combines the flexibility installers need with the visual character and performance expected from McIntosh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Power Stereo Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI502 supplies two channels of direct-coupled amplification for demanding loudspeakers and custom audio applications. Its 500-watt rating into 8-ohm speakers rises to 800 watts per channel into 4 ohms, giving the amplifier the current capability and dynamic headroom needed for difficult speaker loads, high playback levels and larger listening spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a dedicated 2-channel system, the MI502 can be paired with a compatible stereo preamplifier or source component with volume control. Listeners seeking a larger traditional McIntosh stereo amplifier can also compare it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-mc462-2-channel-solid-state-amplifier\"\u003eMcIntosh MC462 2-Channel Solid State Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Home Theater Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI502 is equally useful in a home cinema. It can power the front left and right speakers while an A\/V receiver or multichannel amplifier handles the remaining channels, or it can provide dedicated amplification for two passive subwoofers, surround speakers or height channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a particularly practical upgrade for the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mht300-home-theater-receiver\"\u003eMcIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver\u003c\/a\u003e, which allows selected channels to be routed to an external power amplifier. It can also serve as a high-powered 2-channel companion to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mx200-a-v-processor\"\u003eMcIntosh MX200 A\/V Processor\u003c\/a\u003e in a separates-based theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClosed-Loop Class D Amplification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh uses sophisticated closed-loop digital switching amplifier circuits and robust power supplies to produce high output with excellent efficiency. This Class D design reduces the space and cooling demands associated with many conventional high-power amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI502 does not require cooling fans during normal operation. Extensive chassis ventilation allows passive heat dissipation, helping keep dedicated listening rooms and equipment racks free from fan noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Custom Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt only 2U high, the MI502 fits neatly into a standard 19-inch equipment rack using its included removable mounting brackets. The rack ears can be removed when the amplifier will be placed on a conventional equipment shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple MI502 amplifiers can be used throughout a larger installation to power separate stereo zones, outdoor speakers, in-wall loudspeakers or other high-output distributed-audio applications. Its relatively manageable 21.5-pound chassis also simplifies placement and service compared with many traditional amplifiers of similar power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBalanced and Unbalanced Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear panel includes a stereo pair of balanced XLR inputs and a stereo pair of unbalanced RCA inputs, allowing the MI502 to integrate with a wide range of preamplifiers, processors and control systems. Standard five-way binding posts provide secure speaker connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh Power Control supports coordinated startup and shutdown with compatible components. Automatic signal sensing can also turn the amplifier on when an input signal is detected and place it into standby after an extended period without a signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh Protection and Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Guard®:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitors the audio signal and helps prevent amplifier clipping from damaging connected loudspeakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSentry Monitor™:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects the output stages from unsafe current conditions and automatically restores operation when conditions return to normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides automatic power-on and standby operation when desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows compatible McIntosh components to switch on and off together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFanless cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preserves quiet operation in listening rooms and equipment racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwin McIntosh Watt Meters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many rack-oriented digital amplifiers, the MI502 retains the unmistakable visual identity of McIntosh. Two illuminated blue Watt meters display the output of the left and right channels, while multi-color LED indicators show channel operating status. The black glass front panel, illuminated green logo and silver trim allow the amplifier to look equally appropriate in a visible stereo system or a dedicated rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMI502 vs. MC462\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI502 and MC462 are both high-powered McIntosh stereo amplifiers, but they serve different priorities. The MI502 uses efficient digital amplification, occupies only 2U of rack space and delivers 500 watts into 8 ohms or 800 watts into 4 ohms. It is especially well suited to custom installation, home theater expansion and systems where rack space and heat management matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC462 uses McIntosh’s traditional solid-state architecture with Autoformers and delivers 450 watts per channel into 2, 4 or 8 ohms. Its much larger chassis, extensive heatsinking and classic full-size presentation make it the more traditional choice for a statement 2-channel system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh MI502 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmplifier Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-channel digital power amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosed-loop digital switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 watts per channel into 8 ohms; 800 watts per channel into 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98dB below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7dB at 8 ohms; 3.7dB at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreater than 85 at 8 ohms; greater than 45 at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0\/-0.9dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeaker Connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard five-way binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect coupled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRack Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2U with removable rack-mounting ears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-1\/2 inches W without ears; 19 inches W with ears x 4-5\/16 inches H x 21 inches D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37.9 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the McIntosh MI502 a Class D amplifier?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. McIntosh describes the MI502 as a digital amplifier using closed-loop digital switching circuitry, a sophisticated Class D topology designed for high output and efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI502 power a conventional stereo system?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can serve as the primary power amplifier in a 2-channel system when connected to a compatible stereo preamplifier, DAC or source component with volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI502 be used in a home theater?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Common applications include powering the front left and right speakers, two passive subwoofers, surround channels or height speakers. Larger theaters can use more than one MI502 alongside other multichannel amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI502 drive 4-ohm speakers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is rated to deliver 800 watts per channel into 4-ohm loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI502 require a cooling fan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Its efficient amplifier design and ventilated chassis allow fanless operation under normal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI502 be installed without a rack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The included rack ears are removable, allowing the amplifier to be placed on a suitably ventilated equipment shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthorized McIntosh Dealer Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Exchange is an authorized McIntosh dealer in Richmond, Virginia. Our team can help with loudspeaker matching, preamplifier compatibility, theater channel planning, rack ventilation and distributed-audio design. Browse additional options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-power-amplifiers\"\u003eMcIntosh Power Amplifiers collection\u003c\/a\u003e or explore complete systems in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-home-theater\"\u003eMcIntosh Home Theater collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McIntosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45731846914095,"sku":"MI502","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0235\/1375\/9791\/files\/mcintosh-mi502-2-channel-amplifier-front-top.jpg?v=1785680321"},{"product_id":"mcintosh-mi128-8-channel-amplifier","title":"McIntosh MI128 8-Channel Digital Power Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMcIntosh MI128 8-Channel Digital Power Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMcIntosh MI128\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, high-performance \u003cstrong\u003e8-channel amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for distributed audio, multi-zone music systems, home theater expansion and flexible stereo installations. Its closed-loop Class D amplification delivers \u003cstrong\u003e120 watts per channel into 8 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e150 watts per channel into 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving custom-installed systems substantial output from a fanless 2U chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith eight independently controlled channels, bussable analog and digital inputs, channel summing and installer-friendly Phoenix speaker terminals, the MI128 can power multiple rooms, additional home-theater channels or several stereo speaker pairs from one amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEight Channels for Multi-Zone and Home Theater Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI128 is particularly well suited to whole-home and distributed audio. Eight amplifier channels can support up to four stereo zones when configured as stereo pairs, while channel summing makes it easy to distribute mono audio where stereo playback is unnecessary. Individual channel inputs and volume controls allow each output to be balanced for the connected room and loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also serve as a home-theater expansion amplifier for surround, height or additional zone speakers. Pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mx200-a-v-processor\"\u003eMcIntosh MX200 A\/V Processor\u003c\/a\u003e when more channels are needed, or use it alongside the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mc257-7-channel-solid-state-amplifier\"\u003eMcIntosh MC257 7-Channel Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e to add power for secondary surround and overhead channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e120 Watts per Channel into 8 Ohms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the MI128’s eight channels produces 120 watts into an 8-ohm loudspeaker or 150 watts into a 4-ohm loudspeaker. The direct-coupled output stage and robust power supplies are engineered to maintain consistent performance across all channels while preserving the compact dimensions needed for equipment-rack installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEfficient Closed-Loop Class D Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI128 uses sophisticated closed-loop digital switching amplification. Its efficient Class D architecture produces less heat than a conventional multi-channel amplifier and does not require cooling fans, helping it remain quiet in listening rooms, media closets and centralized equipment racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBussable Analog and Digital Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach channel has an individual unbalanced RCA input, while BUS inputs and outputs make it possible to distribute a stereo signal across multiple channel pairs or additional amplifiers. Two digital audio inputs accept either coaxial or optical connections and can also be assigned through the amplifier’s bussing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRear-panel switches provide local or BUS input selection and stereo or mono operation for each channel pair. Separate level controls allow installers to balance the output of individual channels without adding external attenuators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstaller-Friendly Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear panel uses compact 2-pole Phoenix-style push-in speaker terminals, conserving space while providing secure connections for all eight channels. Twelve-volt triggering integrates the MI128 with compatible control systems and McIntosh components, while automatic signal sensing can turn the amplifier on when audio is detected and place it into standby after a period without a signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh Speaker Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Guard®:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitors the audio signal and helps prevent harsh clipping that could damage connected loudspeakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSentry Monitor™:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects the output stage from short circuits and unsafe current levels, then automatically resets when normal conditions return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-color channel indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight front-panel LEDs show each channel’s operating and protection status.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact 2U Rack-Mount Chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI128 is only 2U high and includes removable rack-mounting ears. It can be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or used as a conventional component with the ears removed. The black glass front panel, illuminated McIntosh logo and silver trim maintain the company’s signature appearance even in its streamlined custom-install format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMI128 vs. a Traditional Home Theater Amplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI128 prioritizes channel count, flexible signal distribution and rack efficiency. It is an excellent choice for distributed audio, Atmos height channels and secondary home-theater speakers. For the main channels of a demanding theater, a higher-powered amplifier such as the MC257 may provide greater output and traditional speaker connections. Many systems use the two types together: a larger amplifier for the front and primary surround channels, and the MI128 for additional channels or music zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mht300-home-theater-receiver\"\u003eMcIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver\u003c\/a\u003e can also be expanded with external amplification when a system requires additional channels beyond its internal amplifier section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh MI128 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmplifier Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-channel digital Class D power amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Output per Channel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 watts into 8 ohms; 150 watts into 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95dB below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1dB at 8 ohms; 3.3dB at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreater than 65 at 8 ohms; greater than 32 at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0\/-0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosed-loop digital switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect coupled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnalog Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual unbalanced RCA inputs with BUS input and output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2, selectable coaxial or optical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeaker Connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-pole Phoenix-style push-in terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChannel Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual volume controls; local\/BUS and stereo\/mono selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-volt trigger and automatic signal sensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCooling\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFanless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRack Mounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2U with removable rack ears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-1\/2 inches W without ears \/ 19 inches W with ears x 4-5\/16 inches H x 21 inches D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38.4 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many rooms can the McIntosh MI128 power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eight channels can be arranged as four stereo pairs, making the MI128 suitable for powering up to four conventional stereo zones. Other combinations are possible depending on whether individual areas use stereo or summed mono playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI128 be used for Dolby Atmos speakers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can power additional surround or height channels when connected to a compatible A\/V processor with unbalanced preamplifier outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI128 have balanced XLR inputs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The MI128 uses individual unbalanced RCA inputs, BUS inputs and digital coaxial or optical inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI128 be bridged for more power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The amplifier does not support mono bridging or parallel channel operation. Each channel is rated independently at 120 watts into 8 ohms or 150 watts into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI128 require a cooling fan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Its efficient Class D design is fanless, helping it operate quietly in a listening room or equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre rack ears included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The MI128 includes removable rack-mounting ears for installation in a standard 19-inch rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthorized McIntosh Dealer Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Exchange is an authorized McIntosh dealer in Richmond, Virginia. Our team can help determine channel requirements, speaker compatibility, control-system integration and rack-planning needs for distributed audio and home-theater installations. 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Its closed-loop Class D amplification delivers \u003cstrong\u003e250 watts per channel into 8 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e300 watts per channel into 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing substantial output from a compact, fanless 2U chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith four balanced and four unbalanced inputs, bussable stereo connections, standard 5-way speaker binding posts and removable rack ears, the MI254 can power surround or height speakers, two stereo zones, or other demanding four-channel applications while integrating cleanly into a centralized equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour High-Power Amplifier Channels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the MI254’s four channels is rated at 250 watts into an 8-ohm loudspeaker or 300 watts into a 4-ohm loudspeaker. Unlike lower-powered multi-zone amplifiers, the MI254 is built for systems that need both flexible channel allocation and meaningful output capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a home theater, it can drive four surround, rear or overhead channels from a compatible processor such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mx200-a-v-processor\"\u003eMcIntosh MX200 A\/V Processor\u003c\/a\u003e. It can also supplement the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mc257-7-channel-solid-state-amplifier\"\u003eMcIntosh MC257 7-Channel Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e when a larger immersive-audio system requires additional channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEfficient Closed-Loop Class D Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI254 uses sophisticated closed-loop digital switching amplification paired with robust power supplies. Its efficient Class D design produces less heat than a traditional multi-channel amplifier and does not require cooling fans, helping it remain quiet in listening rooms, media closets and equipment racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBalanced, Unbalanced and Bussable Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach channel includes both a balanced XLR input and an unbalanced RCA input, allowing the MI254 to work with a wide range of preamplifiers, A\/V processors and distributed-audio systems. Stereo BUS inputs and outputs can distribute the same left and right signals to multiple channels or pass those signals to another compatible amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual channel inputs make it possible to feed four independent signals when the system requires discrete amplification. Twelve-volt triggering and automatic signal sensing provide additional control options for custom installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh Watt Meters and Channel Indicators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo blue McIntosh Watt Meters display the combined output of channels 1 and 2 and channels 3 and 4. Multi-color front-panel LEDs indicate the operating status of each amplifier channel, while the black glass faceplate, illuminated green McIntosh logo and silver trim preserve the company’s familiar appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Guard and Sentry Monitor Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Guard®:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitors the output signal and helps prevent harsh clipping that could damage connected loudspeakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSentry Monitor™:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects the output stage from short circuits and unsafe current levels, then automatically resets when normal conditions return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can automatically turn the amplifier on when an audio signal is detected and place it into standby after an extended period without a signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact 2U Rack-Mount Chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI254 is only 2U high and includes removable rack-mounting ears. It can be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or used as a conventional component with the ears removed. Standard 5-way speaker binding posts support common banana-plug, spade and bare-wire connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMI254 in a Home Theater System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI254 is especially useful when a home theater processor provides more channels than the primary amplifier or receiver can power. It can add four channels for surround, rear-surround or Dolby Atmos height speakers while keeping the main channels on a larger amplifier. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mht300-home-theater-receiver\"\u003eMcIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver\u003c\/a\u003e can also use external amplification when a system expands beyond its internal amplifier channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMI254 vs. Other Multi-Channel Amplifiers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MI254 prioritizes higher output across four channels. It is a strong fit for installations that need fewer channels with more power per speaker. An eight-channel amplifier is generally better suited to a larger number of lower-demand distributed-audio zones, while a seven-channel theater amplifier may be preferable when most of the surround system must be powered from a single chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcIntosh MI254 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmplifier Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-channel digital Class D power amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Output per Channel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 watts into 8 ohms; 300 watts into 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.025%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100dB below rated output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5dB at 8 ohms; 3.5dB at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreater than 85 at 8 ohms; greater than 45 at 4 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0\/-0.9dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosed-loop digital switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect coupled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalanced Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnbalanced Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 RCA plus stereo BUS input and output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeaker Connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 5-way binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-volt trigger and automatic signal sensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Guard® and Sentry Monitor™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo blue Watt Meters displaying summed output for channels 1 + 2 and 3 + 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCooling\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFanless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRack Mounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2U with removable rack ears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBTU Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 BTU per hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-1\/2 inches W without ears \/ 19 inches W with ears x 4-5\/16 inches H x 21 inches D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the McIntosh MI254 be used for Dolby Atmos speakers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The four channels can power height, surround or rear-surround speakers when connected to a compatible A\/V processor with the required preamplifier outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI254 power two stereo zones?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its four channels can be arranged as two stereo pairs. The stereo BUS connections make it especially convenient when both pairs will receive the same source signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI254 have balanced XLR inputs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each of the four channels has a balanced XLR input and an unbalanced RCA input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the MI254 be bridged for more power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo bridge or parallel operating mode is specified. Each channel should be used independently at its rated output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the MI254 require a cooling fan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Its efficient Class D design is fanless, helping it operate quietly in a listening room or equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre rack ears included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The removable rack ears allow installation in a standard 19-inch rack and can be removed for conventional shelf placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthorized McIntosh Dealer Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Exchange is an authorized McIntosh dealer in Richmond, Virginia. Our team can help determine amplifier-channel requirements, speaker compatibility, processor integration and rack-planning needs for home theater and distributed-audio installations. 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Its 13.4-channel processing platform combines immersive surround sound, four-subwoofer management, advanced room correction, 8K video switching, high-resolution music streaming, and professional integration features in one unmistakably McIntosh component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith support for theater layouts up to 7.4.6 or 9.4.4, the MX124 gives system designers the flexibility to build a deeply immersive Dolby Atmos or DTS:X Pro environment while independently managing as many as four subwoofers. 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This expanded architecture allows a properly designed theater to create precise overhead effects, seamless movement around the room, and more even low-frequency coverage across multiple seating positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine premium 32-bit digital-to-analog converters support detailed, dynamic playback across the entire system. The MX124 decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and MPEG-H Audio, while IMAX Enhanced compatibility supports carefully mastered cinematic content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirac Live Bass Control and Audyssey Room Correction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery room changes the way a system sounds. The MX124 includes licenses for both \u003cstrong\u003eDirac Live Room Correction\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDirac Live Bass Control\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing installers to address timing, frequency-response, imaging, and bass-integration problems created by the listening space. 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The main HDMI path supports \u003cstrong\u003e8K video at 60Hz and 4K video at 120Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e, making the MX124 suitable for premium projectors, large-format televisions, media servers, disc players, streaming devices, and current gaming systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVideo compatibility includes Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, HDCP 2.3, Rec. 2020, 4:4:4 color spacing, Dynamic Lip-sync, 3D passthrough, Auto Low Latency Mode, Quick Frame Transport, and Variable Refresh Rate. One HDMI output supports eARC for compatible televisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Resolution Music Streaming and Analog Sources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX124 is not limited to movie playback. It supports music streaming at resolutions up to 32-bit\/192kHz through Apple AirPlay, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Roon. Bluetooth connectivity is included, along with a Bluetooth transmitter for private listening through compatible wireless headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional sources are well supported with one balanced stereo input and eight unbalanced stereo inputs, including a moving-magnet phono input. Two coaxial and two optical digital inputs accommodate additional music and video sources, while dedicated analog outputs serve two extra listening zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible Outputs and Professional System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX124 provides 11.4 balanced outputs and 15.4 unbalanced outputs, giving system designers substantial flexibility when pairing it with McIntosh power amplifiers and complex speaker layouts. Per-speaker crossover adjustment, a nine-band equalizer, tone controls, and DSP bypass provide additional system-tuning options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor custom installations, setup can be completed through a web interface, with support for preconfiguration, configuration-file upload, and backup and restore. RS232 and IP control are available, and Connects with Control4 certification with Simple Device Discovery Protocol helps streamline integration into compatible automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic McIntosh Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX124 presents its extensive processing capabilities in the familiar McIntosh aesthetic, including a black glass front panel, illuminated logo, rotary controls, and aluminum end caps. It is built to complement McIntosh amplifiers and other components in both equipment racks and traditional listening-room installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMcIntosh MX124 at Audio Exchange\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Exchange is an authorized McIntosh dealer in Richmond, Virginia. Our team can help evaluate the MX124 for new theater construction, processor upgrades, amplifier matching, speaker-layout planning, room calibration, control-system integration, delivery, and installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact Audio Exchange for current availability, a private consultation, or help designing a complete McIntosh home theater system. You can also explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-home-theater\"\u003eMcIntosh Home Theater\u003c\/a\u003e collection and the complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh\"\u003eMcIntosh Labs\u003c\/a\u003e lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAudio Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupported Immersive Layouts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 7.4.6 or 9.4.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurround Formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Sony 360 Reality Audio, MPEG-H Audio, IMAX Enhanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoom Correction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Live Bass Control, Audyssey MultEQ XT32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalanced Multichannel Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnbalanced Multichannel Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubwoofer Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHDMI Inputs \/ Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 \/ 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Video Support\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8K\/60Hz and 4K\/120Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHDR Formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalanced Stereo Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnbalanced Stereo Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8, including 1 moving-magnet phono input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDigital Audio Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 coaxial, 2 optical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdditional Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 2 HDMI audio\/video and analog stereo; Zone 3 analog stereo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStreaming\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApple AirPlay, Bluetooth, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon Ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Streaming Resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 32-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNetwork\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet and dual-band 2.4\/5GHz Wi-Fi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThird-Party Control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl4 SDDP, RS232, and IP control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz–20kHz, ±0.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.005% in DSP bypass mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 in W × 7.75 in H × 17 in D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"McIntosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45732056006703,"sku":"MX124","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0235\/1375\/9791\/files\/mcintosh-mx124-av-processor-front.jpg?v=1785690204"},{"product_id":"mcintosh-xcs1-5k-center-channel-loudspeaker","title":"McIntosh XCS1.5K Center Channel Loudspeaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe reference center channel for McIntosh line-array theaters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMcIntosh XCS1.5K Center Channel Loudspeaker\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered to anchor the front soundstage of a reference home theater built around the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-xrt2-1k-floor-standing-loudspeaker\"\u003eXRT2.1K\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-xrt1-1k-floor-standing-loudspeaker\"\u003eXRT1.1K\u003c\/a\u003e floorstanding loudspeakers. Because dialogue, on-screen action, music, and many of a film’s most important spatial cues are routed through the center channel, the XCS1.5K is designed to deliver unusually high output, wide seating coverage, and consistent tonal character across the entire front stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts ported hybrid 3- and 4-way system combines four 8-inch long-throw woofers with a forward-mounted line array containing fourteen 2.5-inch aluminum-dome midranges and twenty-five 3\/4-inch aluminum-dome tweeters. The complete 43-driver system handles up to 1,500 watts, reaches down to 32Hz, and can be driven from one amplifier channel or configured for bi-wiring, tri-wiring, bi-amplification, or tri-amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrice is for one XCS1.5K center-channel loudspeaker. Professional delivery, placement, and system commissioning are strongly recommended. Contact Audio Exchange to confirm availability, equipment matching, installation access, and final system design before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eXCS1.5K highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference McIntosh center-channel loudspeaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoiced to match the XRT2.1K and XRT1.1K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorted hybrid 3- and 4-way architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43 drivers in total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour 8-inch long-throw carbon-fiber sandwich-cone woofers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFourteen 2.5-inch aluminum-dome midrange drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwenty-five 3\/4-inch aluminum-dome tweeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorizontal hybrid Bessel line-array design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,500-watt power rating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32Hz–20kHz frequency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-ohm nominal impedance and 88dB sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossovers at 150Hz, 500Hz, and 3kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree pairs of McIntosh Solid Cinch binding posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-amplifier, bi-wire, tri-wire, bi-amp, and tri-amp operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-position tilt base for aiming toward the seating area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeven-layer Piano Black finish with aluminum accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetically attached black knit-cloth grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-year McIntosh limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the center channel matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a multichannel soundtrack, the center speaker is responsible for much more than voices. Dialogue is usually anchored to the screen through the center channel, but so are many musical elements, effects, and directional cues associated with on-screen movement. If the center speaker lacks output capability, clarity, or tonal similarity to the left and right speakers, the entire front soundstage can sound disconnected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K is designed to avoid that compromise in large, high-output theaters. Its driver area and 1,500-watt rating allow it to reproduce demanding material without becoming the limiting component between a pair of XRT2.1K or XRT1.1K towers. Its voicing is coordinated with those loudspeakers so a voice, instrument, or effect can move across the screen without an obvious change in tonal balance as it passes through the center channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA horizontal hybrid Bessel line array\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K adapts McIntosh’s line-array technology to a horizontal center-channel format. Fourteen midranges and twenty-five tweeters are arranged in a forward-mounted array and operated in a hybrid Bessel alignment. This geometry is designed to create a stable, symmetrical sound field across a wider horizontal seating area than a conventional center speaker using only one or two midrange and high-frequency drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe array distributes acoustic output across many drivers, reducing the workload placed on each individual diaphragm. This supports higher output with lower power compression and less distortion while helping dialogue remain clear for listeners seated away from the exact centerline of the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe driver pattern is intentionally not visually uniform. The arrangement follows the requirements of the hybrid Bessel alignment rather than decorative symmetry, allowing the shorter horizontal array to maintain broad, controlled coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eForty-three drivers across four crossover regions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K divides the signal at 150Hz, 500Hz, and 3kHz. Four 8-inch woofers reproduce the low-frequency range, but two of those woofers continue higher than the others before handing off to the midrange array. This is what gives the speaker its unusual hybrid 3- and 4-way designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe four long-throw woofers use carbon-fiber sandwich cones and substantial motor assemblies designed for low distortion and controlled excursion. Their placement in the vented bass enclosure provides a rated low-frequency response of 32Hz, giving male voices, orchestral weight, impact effects, and lower musical fundamentals genuine scale without forcing the center channel to depend entirely on subwoofer redirection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fourteen 2.5-inch aluminum-dome midranges reproduce the vocal and instrumental region where clarity and tonal accuracy are most noticeable. Twenty-five 3\/4-inch aluminum-dome tweeters complete the array, spreading high-frequency information across the screen and seating area. The midrange and tweeter drivers use compact neodymium-based magnetic structures to achieve high output while keeping the array’s mass manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for smooth front-stage timbre matching\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K shares acoustic concepts, driver materials, and line-array behavior with the XRT2.1K and XRT1.1K. That consistency matters whenever a soundtrack pans across the front channels. A correctly matched front stage should sound like one continuous acoustic space rather than three unrelated speakers positioned around a screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the XCS1.5K between the corresponding XRT towers, dialogue should remain anchored to the picture while effects and music move continuously from left to center to right. The match also helps preserve vocal character when actors move across the frame or when the mix expands beyond the center speaker into the full front array.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFull-range center-channel performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany center speakers are designed around limited bass extension because low frequencies can be redirected to a subwoofer. The XCS1.5K takes a different approach. Its four 8-inch woofers and 32Hz rating allow it to reproduce a substantial portion of the audible spectrum directly, maintaining weight and scale in the center channel even before bass management is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat does not eliminate the need for powered subwoofers in a reference theater. Dedicated subwoofers remain essential for the low-frequency-effects channel, infrasonic extension, and room-mode management. The advantage is that the center speaker itself is not dependent on an unusually high crossover point or aggressive bass redirection to sound authoritative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final processor crossover should be established through in-room measurement. Depending on placement, room response, amplifier configuration, and subwoofer integration, the best operational crossover may be higher than the speaker’s published low-frequency limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePhase-matched crossover networks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe low-frequency, midrange, and high-frequency crossover sections are phase matched to maintain a smooth transition through the speaker’s operating range. McIntosh uses film capacitors, high-current inductors, and components selected to remain stable under the substantial power levels the XCS1.5K can accept.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuto-resetting over-current protection is incorporated into the midrange and tweeter sections. If excessive drive activates the protection, reducing playback level allows the devices to reset. This provides an additional safeguard, but proper gain structure, processor calibration, amplifier matching, and responsible operation remain necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSingle amplification through tri-amplification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree pairs of gold-plated McIntosh Solid Cinch binding posts are located on the rear panel. The sections are divided for the mid\/high, low, and subwoofer-frequency portions of the loudspeaker. Factory jumpers allow all sections to be driven from one appropriate amplifier channel, while the separate terminals support more advanced wiring and amplification plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBi-wiring or tri-wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e uses separate cable runs from one amplifier channel to the speaker’s input sections. \u003cstrong\u003eBi-amplification or tri-amplification\u003c\/strong\u003e assigns separate amplifier channels to different portions of the speaker. A tri-amplified XCS1.5K can provide very high current reserve and section-specific control, but the connected amplifiers must have compatible gain and polarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh specifically advises that multi-amplifier balance be established with audio test equipment by a qualified installer. Audio Exchange can design the center-channel amplification around the complete theater rather than selecting an amplifier solely from the speaker’s maximum power figure. Explore the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-amplifiers\"\u003eMcIntosh amplifier collection\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible mono, stereo, and multichannel options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFive-position aiming base\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA center speaker is often installed above or below the screen rather than directly at seated ear height. The XCS1.5K can be tilted within its integrated base to one of five preset positions, allowing the line array to be aimed toward the primary seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis adjustment is especially valuable with large projection screens, multiple seating rows, raised platforms, or low equipment cabinetry. The final angle should be chosen as part of the room calibration process and coordinated with the screen position, listening distance, and seating elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlacement behind or below a screen\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt nearly 50 inches wide, over 21 inches deep, and 178 pounds, the XCS1.5K requires structural and spatial planning. It may be positioned below a display, on a properly engineered platform, or behind an acoustically transparent projection screen when the room design provides adequate depth and ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe supporting surface must safely accommodate the loudspeaker’s weight and should remain rigid and stable at high playback levels. The front line array and bass ports must not be obstructed. When installed inside cabinetry or behind a screen wall, clearances should allow access to the binding posts, tilt mechanism, cabling, and future service requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor screen-wall installations, the speaker should be integrated into the acoustic design rather than placed into an untreated cavity. Nearby boundaries and cavities can alter bass response, while reflective surfaces around the array can affect dialogue clarity. Measurement and acoustic treatment are particularly important at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProfessional delivery and installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K weighs approximately 178 pounds and has a listed shipping weight of 218 pounds. McIntosh specifies three or more people for safe handling during assembly, adjustment, and placement. The full access route should be reviewed before ordering, including stairways, elevators, corners, door widths, screen-wall openings, equipment-platform dimensions, and final lifting requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh recommends dealer installation. Professional setup is especially important when the speaker is mounted high, placed behind a screen, used with multiple amplifiers, or integrated into custom cabinetry. The installation plan should also account for cable gauge and routing; McIntosh recommends at least 12-gauge cable for runs up to 50 feet and at least 10-gauge cable for runs up to 100 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePiano Black McIntosh construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bass enclosure is finished in seven layers of high-gloss Piano Black paint with brushed and black aluminum details. The suspended array uses a black center section with silver trim, visually tying the XCS1.5K to the XRT2.1K and XRT1.1K towers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteel supports suspend the array forward of the bass enclosure, and magnetic covers conceal the attachment points with detailing inspired by classic McIntosh control knobs. Black knit-cloth grilles attach magnetically and can be removed to expose the complete driver system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eXCS1.5K system applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K is intended for large dedicated theaters, screening rooms, and reference media spaces where the center channel must keep pace with extremely capable front loudspeakers and high-power amplification. It is best suited to systems where multiple listeners need clear dialogue and consistent front-stage coverage across a broad seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be combined with McIntosh home-theater processors, mono or multichannel amplifiers, powered subwoofers, in-wall surrounds, and in-ceiling height channels. Visit the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-home-theater\"\u003eMcIntosh home-theater collection\u003c\/a\u003e to plan the rest of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eXCS1.5K compared with smaller center-channel options\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K is not simply a larger conventional center speaker. It is the dedicated tonal and dynamic partner for the XRT2.1K and XRT1.1K. Its 43-driver line array, four 8-inch woofers, 1,500-watt rating, and 178-pound enclosure are intended for rooms where the center channel must reproduce reference-level output across a wide seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor systems built around smaller McIntosh floorstanding or bookshelf speakers, a more compact center or LCR loudspeaker may be the more appropriate match. The correct choice should follow the front left and right speakers, room size, seating width, screen placement, listening distance, and required playback level—not simply the largest model available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSystem type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePorted hybrid 3- and 4-way center-channel loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,500 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNominal impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88dB, 2.8V\/1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32Hz–20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCrossover frequencies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150Hz, 500Hz, and 3kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWoofers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour 8-inch long-throw carbon-fiber sandwich-cone drivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMidranges\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFourteen 2.5-inch aluminum-dome drivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTweeters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwenty-five 3\/4-inch aluminum-dome drivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal drivers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eArray design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorizontal hybrid Bessel line array\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree pairs of gold-plated Solid Cinch binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWiring options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle amplification, bi-wire, tri-wire, bi-amplification, or tri-amplification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAiming adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive preset tilt positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeven-layer Piano Black with brushed and black aluminum accents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrilles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnetically attached black knit cloth with high-gloss trim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49-31\/32 W x 17-3\/16 H x 21-7\/32 D inches, including feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUnit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e178 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e218 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive-year McIntosh limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the XCS1.5K price for one speaker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The displayed price is for one XCS1.5K center-channel loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich speakers is the XCS1.5K designed to match?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh voices the XCS1.5K to match the XRT2.1K and XRT1.1K floorstanding loudspeakers, creating a consistent left-center-right front stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the XCS1.5K require three amplifiers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Factory jumpers allow it to operate from one suitable amplifier channel. Bi-amplification and tri-amplification are optional advanced configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be placed behind an acoustically transparent screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, provided the screen wall offers sufficient space, structural support, acoustic treatment, ventilation, service access, and an unobstructed path for the speaker’s output.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a subwoofer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA reference theater should still use dedicated subwoofers for the low-frequency-effects channel and room-mode management. However, the XCS1.5K’s 32Hz response allows the center channel itself to reproduce substantial bass and lower-midrange energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the speaker be aimed toward the audience?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its integrated base provides five preset tilt positions for installations above or below seated ear height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many people are required to move it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcIntosh specifies three or more people for safe handling. At 178 pounds, dealer delivery and installation are strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould the grilles remain installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe magnetic grilles can be removed to expose the drivers. Final use can follow the owner’s aesthetic preference while preserving adequate clearance around the array and cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesign the complete front stage with Audio Exchange\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XCS1.5K should be selected as part of a complete theater design that considers screen type and height, room dimensions, seating width, listening distance, amplifier gain and power, processor calibration, subwoofer integration, equipment-platform construction, cable routing, acoustic treatment, and delivery access. Explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mcintosh-speakers\"\u003eMcIntosh speaker collection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact Audio Exchange\u003c\/a\u003e to begin planning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McIntosh","offers":[{"title":"Piano Black","offer_id":45758045257775,"sku":"XCS1.5K","price":46000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0235\/1375\/9791\/files\/mcintosh-xcs1-5k-low-angle.jpg?v=1785974584"}],"url":"https:\/\/audio-exchange.com\/collections\/mcintosh-home-theater.oembed","provider":"Audio-Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}