McIntosh MC152 vs McIntosh MAC7200 Detailed Comparison

McIntosh MC152 vs McIntosh MAC7200

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McIntosh MC152

Power Amplifier | 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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McIntosh MAC7200

Stereo Receiver | 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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McIntosh MC152

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McIntosh MC152 vs McIntosh MAC7200 Stereo Receiver Comparison

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

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

Key Specs	McIntosh MC152	McIntosh MAC7200
Brand	McIntosh United States · founded 1949	McIntosh United States · founded 1949
Power	150 watts x 2	200 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms
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)	6" x 17-1/2" x 21"	7.63" x 17.5" x 22" 193.8mm x 444.5mm x 558.8mm

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 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

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

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 MC152 and McIntosh MAC7200 differs from each other.

McIntosh MC152 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2

McIntosh MAC7200 Inputs

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

Outputs

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs

McIntosh MC152 vs McIntosh MAC7200 full specifications

Every spec we hold for both, side by side

Specification	McIntosh MC152	McIntosh MAC7200
Overview
Brand	McIntosh	McIntosh
Type	Stereo Power Amplifier	Integrated Amplifier
Channels	2	2
Amplifier class	Class A/B	Class A/B
Output devices	Solid State	Solid State
Released	2015	September 2017
List price	$6,500	$9,500
Power and performance
Power into 8 ohms	150 W RMS	200 W RMS
Power, as rated	150 watts x 2	200 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms
Minimum impedance	2 ohms	–
THD	0.005%	–
Frequency bandwidth	20 Hz-20 kHz	10 Hz-100 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.