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McIntosh MI502 2-Channel Digital Amplifier












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The McIntosh MI502 2-Channel Digital Amplifier is a versatile powerhouse designed to enhance your home audio or theater system. Delivering 500 Watts into 8 Ohm speakers and 800 Watts into 4 Ohm speakers, it ensures exceptional sound quality for an immersive listening experience. Whether you're setting up a custom home theater or upgrading your music system, the MI502 offers the performance and flexibility to meet your needs.
Features
- High Power Output
- Advanced Class D Amplification
- Versatile Application
- Rack-Mountable Design
- Enhanced Protection Features
Unmatched Power and Performance
Equipped with advanced closed-loop digital switching amplifiers and robust power supplies, the MI502 delivers audio performance levels rarely heard in custom installations. Its high-efficiency Class D design eliminates the need for noisy cooling fans, ensuring that the only sound you hear is from your audio source.
Versatile Applications for Any Setup
- Home Theater Enhancement: Power your front left and right speakers for a dynamic cinematic experience.
- Subwoofer Drive: Effortlessly drive two in-wall subwoofers for deep, resonant bass.
- Outdoor Entertainment: Bring high-quality audio to your outdoor spaces by powering a pair of outdoor speakers.
- Distributed Audio Systems: Utilize multiple MI502 units to power speakers throughout your home for a cohesive audio experience.
Rack-Mountable Design for Easy Installation
With a 2U rack-mountable height and included mounting brackets, the MI502 is designed for easy integration into your existing equipment rack. The removable brackets also allow for non-rack installations, providing flexibility to suit your setup preferences.
Iconic McIntosh Aesthetics
The MI502 features the classic McIntosh design elements, including a black glass front panel, illuminated logo, and the signature blue Watt meters that display the power output of each channel. Multi-color LED indicators provide real-time status updates, combining functionality with timeless style.
Advanced Protection & Control Features
- Power Guard®: Prevents speaker overdrive by monitoring and adjusting the audio signal.
- Sentry Monitor™: Provides short-circuit protection by disengaging the output stage before current exceeds safe levels, automatically resetting when conditions normalize.
- Eco-Friendly Signal Sensing: Automatically powers the amplifier on or off based on the presence of an input signal, promoting energy efficiency.
Specifications
- Electronics
- Power Output per Channel
- 500 Watts into 8 Ohms
- 800 Watts into 4 Ohms
- Number of Channels: 2
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.05%
- S/N below rated output: 98dB
- Dynamic Headroom
- 8 Ohms: 2.7dB
- 4 Ohms: 3.7dB
- Damping Factor
- 8 Ohms: >85
- 4 Ohms: >45
- Rated Power Band: 20Hz to 20kHz
- Frequency Response: +0, -0.9dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz
- Power Output per Channel
- Control
- Remote Power Control: Yes
- Multi-Channel DB25 Cable: N/A
- Connectivity
- Speaker Binding Post Type: Standard
- General
- Circuit Configuration: Closed-loop digital switching
- Circuit Design: Digital
- Mono Bridge: N/A
- Mono Parallel: N/A
- Output Type: Direct Coupled
- Meters: Yes
- Meter Light Switch: No
- Balanced Input: 1
- Front Panel: Glass with removable rack mounting ears
- Illumination: Direct LED
- Chassis Style: Black painted steel
- Weights & Dimensions (W x H x D)
- Unit Dimensions: 17-1/2" x 4-5/16" x 21"
- Unit Dimensions (Including mounting ears, feet, and front panel): 19" x 4-5/16" x 21"
- Unit Weight: 21.5 lbs
What's In The Box
- MI502 2-Channel Digital Amplifier
- (2) Side Rack Mounted Brackets
- Screw Fasteners
- Power Cord
- Manual
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