The MA252 is an Integrated Amplifier by McIntosh that delivers . Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the MA252 compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. McIntosh MA252 lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle.
There are 3 McIntosh amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
McIntosh Integrated Amplifier Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The McIntosh MA252 is rated at 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms. McIntosh provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.03% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 100 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.03%
- 160 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 97dB Signal to Noise Ratio
When pairing the McIntosh MA252 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the McIntosh MA252, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Inputs
Outputs
Bluetooth Connectivity
McIntosh MA252 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your McIntosh MA252. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Phono Input
McIntosh MA252 External Dimensions and Weight
McIntosh MA252 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 8 x 12-1/16 x 17-5/16 inch (203.2 x 306.4 x 439.7 mm ). The unit weighs
12.70kg / 27.9lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the McIntosh MA252 is approximately 1347.2cm2 / 208.8inch2.
- Width: 306.4mm (12-1/16")
- Height: 203.2mm (8")
- Depth: 439.7mm (17-5/16")
- Weight: 12.70 kg (28.00lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1347.2cm2 / 208.8inch2
- Volume: ~27.4 liter / 7.2 gallon
Warranty
3 Yrs Amp/90 Days Tube of parts warranty and 3 Yrs Amp/90 Days Tube of labor warranty is generally provided for the McIntosh MA252 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
McIntosh |
| Full Model Name |
McIntosh MA252 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
Class HD |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
100 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
160 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20k |
| THD |
0.03% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
97 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
No |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
|
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
|
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
No |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
No |
| USB Input |
No |
| Preamp Outputs |
No |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
1/4 |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 3-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
203.2mm (8") |
| Width |
306.4mm (12-1/16") |
| Depth |
439.7mm (17-5/16") |
| Weight |
12.70 kg (28.00lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
3 Yrs Amp/90 Days Tube |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Yrs Amp/90 Days Tube |