McIntosh MC462 2-Channel Solid State Power Amplifier

Introducing the McIntosh MC462: a powerhouse stereo amplifier delivering 450 Watts per channel, engineered to elevate your home audio experience with unparalleled clarity and dynamic range. Whether you're an audiophile seeking superior sound quality or a newcomer aiming to invest in a high-performance system, the MC462 offers the reliability and excellence synonymous with McIntosh.

Features

• 450 Watts per Channel with Autoformers™
• Enhanced Dynamic Headroom
• Power Guard® Technology
• Eco-Friendly Power Management
• Advanced Quad Balanced Design

Unmatched Power & Versatility

The MC462 stands as McIntosh's most formidable stereo amplifier, providing a robust 450 Watts per channel. Equipped with dedicated McIntosh Autoformers™, it ensures full power delivery to any speaker, regardless of whether it has 2, 4, or 8 Ohm impedance. This versatility allows the MC462 to seamlessly integrate into various audio setups, driving a world-class home stereo system with ease.

Enhanced Dynamic Headroom for Superior Sound

Significant upgrades distinguish the MC462 from its predecessors, notably a nearly 50% increase in filter capacity. This enhancement leads to a 66% boost in dynamic headroom, rising from 1.8dB to 3.0dB. Such improvements enable the amplifier to adeptly manage dynamic shifts in music, reproducing your favorite tracks with minimal distortion and enriched bass performance.

Eco-Friendly Power Management

Incorporating an eco-friendly power management system, the MC462 automatically powers down after a set period when no input signal is detected. This feature not only conserves energy but also extends the lifespan of the amplifier, aligning high performance with environmental responsibility.

Refined Aesthetic Design

While maintaining the classic McIntosh aesthetic, the MC462 introduces modern enhancements. The front panel now features direct LED backlighting, improving appearance and color accuracy. The audio Autoformers and power transformer are enclosed in new housings, topped with a single machined cover with glass inserts, adding a touch of elegance to its robust design.

Power Guard®

Monitors and adjusts the input signal in real-time to prevent clipping, ensuring clean sound output.

Sentry Monitor™

A fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit that disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe levels, resetting automatically when conditions normalize.

Quad Balanced Design

Cancels virtually all noise and distortion that may have crept into the audio signal, delivering pure sound reproduction.

Monogrammed Heatsinks™

Connect to advanced high current output transistors, helping eliminate thermal equilibrium lag time.

Solid Cinch™ Speaker Binding Posts

Securely attach speaker cables to prevent them from coming loose, ensuring a quality signal transmission.