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Overview

McIntosh MA352 Hi-Fi and Music Source Highly Recommended logo

The MA352 Integrated Amplifier is a hybrid design that combines the finest of vacuum tube and solid state audio design principles. The result is an eye-catching amplifier that enjoys the best of these two opposing audio philosophies all while reproducing music at the highest quality level.

"Want valve [vacuum tube] sound with solid state power and reliability? McIntosh have a long history in both fields and bring their expertise to glorious fruition in the audacious MA352 hybrid amplifier, packed with power, glowing valves and the expansive sound they enjoy... The MA352 is an amplifier that we thought was glorious in both appearance and sound." Named Best Hybrid Amplifier 2020.– Hi-Fi World

McIntosh MA352 Integrated Amplifier

The MA352 has "everything it takes to become an instant classic." - Audio Review

The MA352 includes our Hybrid Drive™ technology that uses the best of vacuum tubes and solid state to produce the best sound performance. An all analog design, the MA352 has a vacuum tube preamplifier section that is powered by a pair of 12AX7A and a pair of 12AT7 vacuum tubes; its output stage is a direct coupled solid state amplifier that outputs 200 Watts per channel into 8 Ohm speakers or 320 Watts per channel into 4 Ohm speakers – enough power to properly drive virtually any set of loudspeakers. Dual scale blue Watt meters give an accurate readout of power output for both speaker impedances.

"The hybrid McIntosh amplifier is powerful enough to power your favorite speakers, and refined enough to make the experience memorable, no matter what kind of music you play. Highly Recommended." - Lyd & Bilde

McIntosh MA352 Integrated Amplifier

"It is a no nonsense pure analogue amplifier design that does exactly what it should do and that is power your speakers to very high levels without any kind of distortion but with exceptional accuracy and clarity to the music." Winner of Reference Award - The Speaker Shack

The MA352 has 2 balanced and 3 unbalanced inputs plus 1 Moving Magnet phono input with adjustable loading for connecting a turntable. It has gold-plated speaker binding posts to help prevent corrosion and ensure a quality signal is sent over your speaker cables to your speakers. A stereo preamplifier output is available for connecting a higher-powered amplifier; it can also be used to connect 1 or 2 powered subwoofers for added low frequency performance.

"The quality of the sound never falters. The MA352 remains stunningly clear and detailed with loads of power to spare. With the MA352's impressive 0.03% THD and IMD, you’ll be hard pressed to find any distortion even at window shaking volume." - Tone Audio

McIntosh MA352 Integrated Amplifier

"There’s a sense of confidence in the amplifier’s effortlessness in terms of its power capabilities and its handling of music, how it functions and its overall execution. It offers a rounded set of features. It’s solidly built and assembled. It looks gloriously attractive. Finally, and most importantly, it plays music to very high standards of dynamic realism, tonal accuracy and sheer listenability." - SoundStage Australia

The MA352 is packed with numerous McIntosh technologies including:

The MA352 "allows you to experience music to the fullest by letting the dynamics and all the energy, as well as the subtleties and slightest nuances, be expressed freely. The width of the soundstage, balance of the frequency ranges, precision of the timbres, impact of the lows and clarity of the highs: the McIntosh MA352 combined all of these qualities with ease, no matter the style of music we listened to." - Son-Vidéo

"There is no compromise here in terms of sound and aesthetics but if you are looking to make a statement on both, this is the integrated amplifier for you." Highly Recommended. - HiFi and Music Source

The unit sits on a stainless steel chassis polished to a mirror finish; vintage McIntosh-styled die cast aluminum name badges are affixed to each side. Blue output meters, control knobs, an illuminated logo, and a black glass front panel with direct LED backlighting complete the unit. It can be paired with an assortment of CD players, turntables, tuners, media streamersand speakers to complete your home audio system. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

Specifications

Electronic Specifications

FTC Power Output Rating

200 W

Power Output per Channel

200 W into 8 ohms

320 W into 4 ohms

Number of Channels

2

Rated Power Band

20Hz to 20kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion

0.03%

Dynamic Headroom

1.5dB

Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB

20Hz to 20kHz

Frequency Response, +0, -3dB

10Hz to 100kHz

Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)

N/A

Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)

2.5mV

Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)

0.5V/0.25V

Sensitivity (Power Amp input)

N/A

Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)

N/A

Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)

82dB

Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)

93dB

Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp input)

N/A

Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)

20K/20K

Damping Factor

8 ohms: >200

4 ohms: >100

Maximum Output (Balanced / Unbalanced)

8V Unbalanced

Connectivity

Balanced Input

2

Unbalanced Input

3

Phono Input Moving Coil

0

Phono Input Moving Magnet

1 (adjustable loading)

Upgradeable Digital Audio Module

No

Digital Coaxial Inputs

0

Digital Optical Inputs

0

Digital MCT Inputs

0

Digital USB Input

0

HDMI (ARC) Input

0

Balanced Variable Output

0

Unbalanced Fixed Output

0

Unbalanced Variable Output

1

Headphone Output

1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)

Subwoofer Outputs

2

AM/FM Tuner option

No

Home Theater PassThru

Yes

Unbalanced Analog Connector Type

Standard

Speaker Binding Post Type

Standard

Service Port

1

Digital Audio Specifications

Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type

N/A

Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate

N/A

Digital Optical Input Sample Rate

N/A

Digital MCT Input Sample Rate

N/A

Digital USB Input Sample Rate

N/A

Control

Tone Controls

5-Band

Tone Bypass and Input Assign

Yes

RS232 Control Inputs

Yes

Power Control Outputs

1

Rear Panel Data Ports

2

Rear Panel IR Sensor Inputs

Yes

Input Level Match

Yes

General Specifications

Vacuum Tube or Solid State

Preamplifier: Vacuum Tube

Power Amplifier: Solid State

Output Type

Direct Coupled

Output Meters

Yes

Dual Layer Chassis

Yes

Chassis Finish

Polished stainless steel

McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™

Yes

Power Requirement

120V 50/60Hz, 6.0A

Standby Power Requirement

<0.5 Watts

Weights & Dimensions

Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)

17-1/2" (44.5cm) x 9-7/8" (25.1cm) x 17-7/16" (44.3cm)

Unit Weight

66 lbs (29.9 kg)

Shipping Weight

75 lbs (34.0 kg)

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Do you price match?

Yes. We match any authorised dealer, including big-box retailers. If you find the same product at a lower price, contact us and we'll match it.

Do you offer free shipping?

Yes — free shipping on every order, with 2-day delivery available on most products. Easy returns and exchanges are included.

Where is your showroom?

We're at 6362 Alder Drive, Houston, Texas. The showroom lets you hear and compare reference-level systems in person before making any decisions. If you're considering a larger purchase or installation, it's well worth the visit.

Can I buy online without visiting the showroom?

Yes. The full product range is available through the online store with free nationwide shipping. For more complex system builds, speaking with one of our advisers first tends to lead to a better result.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. Special financing is available through the BrandSource Credit Card for qualifying purchases, allowing you to spread payments over time with no annual fee. Promotional rebate savings are also available periodically. See the financing page for full details.

Do you install systems as well as sell equipment?

Yes — installation is central to what we do. We design and install whole-home audio and video, home theaters, media rooms, outdoor audio, lighting and motorised shades, and full smart home automation.

Do you provide support after installation?

Yes. We provide ongoing service and support to ensure systems continue performing as intended — not just on installation day, but over the long term.