McIntosh MAC7200 vs McIntosh MC152 Detailed Comparison

McIntosh MAC7200 vs McIntosh MC152

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McIntosh MAC7200

Stereo Receiver | 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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McIntosh MC152

Power Amplifier | 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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McIntosh MAC7200 vs McIntosh MC152 Power Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different types of amplifiers by McIntosh. McIntosh MAC7200 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the MC152 is a Stereo Power Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of McIntosh MAC7200 and McIntosh MC152 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key Specs	McIntosh MAC7200	McIntosh MC152
Brand	McIntosh United States · founded 1949	McIntosh United States · founded 1949
Power	200 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms	150 watts x 2
Amplifier class	Class A/B	Class A/B
Built-in DAC	Yes	—
Phono input	Yes	—
Bluetooth	No	—
Weight	34.00kg / 74.8lbs	—
Dimensions (H x W x D)	7.63" x 17.5" x 22" 193.8mm x 444.5mm x 558.8mm	6" x 17-1/2" x 21"

The rest of this page covers where each one wins, how they compare in size, their inputs and outputs, the full specifications and a verdict.

Reasons to choose McIntosh MAC7200 over McIntosh MC152

Watts into 8-ohms	200 watts vs 150 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp
USB Input	Yes vs	Connect Sources via USB
Radio Tuner	AM/FM vs Not stated	Built-in radio, so no extra box for broadcast listening

Reasons to choose McIntosh MC152 over McIntosh MAC7200

MSRP Price(*)	6,500USD vs 9,500USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Height	0mm vs 193mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the McIntosh MAC7200 and McIntosh MC152 differs from each other.

McIntosh MAC7200 Inputs

Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
2 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:

McIntosh MC152 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2

Outputs

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs

Outputs

McIntosh MAC7200 vs McIntosh MC152 full specifications

Every spec we hold for both, side by side

Specification	McIntosh MAC7200	McIntosh MC152
Overview
Brand	McIntosh	McIntosh
Type	Integrated Amplifier	Stereo Power Amplifier
Channels	2	2
Amplifier class	Class A/B	Class A/B
Output devices	Solid State	Solid State
Released	September 2017	2015
List price	$9,500	$6,500
Power and performance
Power into 8 ohms	200 W RMS	150 W RMS
Power, as rated	200 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms	150 watts x 2
Minimum impedance	–	2 ohms
THD	–	0.005%
Frequency bandwidth	10 Hz-100 kHz	20 Hz-20 kHz
Digital and DAC
Built-in DAC	Yes	–
Max bit depth	32-bit	–
Max sample rate	384kHz kHz	–
DSD	Yes	–
Network and streaming
Wi-Fi	No	–
Bluetooth	No	–
AirPlay 2	No	–
HEOS	No	–
Inputs
Analogue inputs	–	2
Phono input	Yes	–
Phono type	MM	–
Optical digital	2	–
Coaxial digital	2	–
USB input	Yes	–
HDMI input	No	–
Outputs
Preamp outputs	Stereo RCA	–
Speaker terminals	–	Binding posts
Speaker outputs	–	2
Features and control
Tone controls	Yes	–
CD player	No	No
Radio tuner	AM/FM	–
Physical
Dimensions (H x W x D)	193.8mm x 444.5mm x 558.8mm	–
Dimensions, inches	7.63inch x 17.5inch x 22inch	–
Weight	34.00 kg (75.00 lbs)	–
Removable power cord	–	IEC 3-prong
Parts warranty	3 Years	3 Years
Labour warranty	3 Years	3 Years

A dash means the manufacturer does not publish that figure, or it does not apply. 39 specifications compared.