{"product_id":"mcintosh-mc462","title":"MC462 2-Channel Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mc-editorial\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"mc-img-block\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Images\/mcintoshlabs\/Products\/ProductImages\/Shared\/2022RecComp.png?rev=4bd27f5f3f2f4f1db99ec9aa68bf8803\" alt=\"Stereophile 2022 Recommended Component logo\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"overview\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience stereo bliss with the MC462 Amplifier. The MC462 replaces the highly regarded MC452 as our most powerful stereo amplifier. Like the MC452, it features a robust output of 450 Watts per channel. With a dedicated McIntosh Autoformer™ connected to each audio channel, the full 450 Watts is available to any speakerregardless if it has 2, 4 or 8 Ohm impedance. Just one MC462 Amplifier can single-handedly power a world class home audio stereo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"mc-video-block\"\u003e\u003cvideo autoplay loop muted playsinline\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Videos\/McIntoshLabs\/Short---Amplifer-powering-up-1280.mp4?rev=324d3f5f64c8425da8791bcfb5f9626e\u0026amp;revision=324d3f5f-64c8-425d-a879-1bcfb5f9626e\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-1\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An extraordinarily well-engineered, exceptionally powerful amplifier... Highly recommended – insisted on, even.\" - Stereophile\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-2\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C53\/MC462 combo sounded \"super-smooth and superbly balanced at all times, whilst never letting the smoothness of their delivery interfere with their ability to resolve a level of detail, [which] means you will hear nuances you just will not hear with lesser amplifiers.\" - Audio Esoterica\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-3\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new generation MC462 stereo amplifier has received numerous updates compared to the previous model. The most prominent is that filter capacity has been increased by nearly 50%, which has resulted in a remarkable 66% increase in dynamic headroom from 1.8dB to 3.0dB. This allows the MC462 to easily handle drastic swings in dynamics and effortlessly reproduce your favorite music with virtually no distortion. Bass performance is also improved as a result of the filter capacity increase. Our eco-friendly power management system, which will turn the amplifier off after a set amount of time when no input signal has been detected, has been added. Internal wiring and select circuit components have also been upgraded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-4\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A great amplifier not only in size but also in performance, capable of a refinement unthinkable for a beast of over 115 lbs (50 kg).\" - Fedelta del Suono\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-5\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAesthetically, the MC462 retains all the hallmarks of a McIntosh amplifier with a few key modern enhancements. The front panel now utilizes direct LED backlighting that improves appearance and color accuracy. The two audio Autoformers and single power transformer are housed in new enclosures topped by a single machined cover with glass inserts. The back half of the amplifier is home to four of our Monogrammed Heatsinks™ which connect to advanced high current output transistors that help eliminate thermal equilibrium lag time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"mc-video-block\"\u003e\u003cvideo autoplay loop muted playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/videos\/mcintoshlabs\/short---monogrammed-heatsinks02-thumbnail.jpg?rev=23b4b882b1314a3caf9ddace1bd7539b\u0026amp;revision=23b4b882-b131-4a3c-af9d-dace1bd7539b\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Videos\/McIntoshLabs\/Short---Monogrammed-Heatsinks02-1280.mp4?rev=853ee0f43d924b8089b499b6ae6370e4\u0026amp;revision=853ee0f4-3d92-4b80-89b4-99b6ae6370e4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-6\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MC462 Amplifier and C53 Preamplifier named 2021 \"Stereo Pre-Power Amplifiers of the Year Over AU$20,000.\" - Sound+Image\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-7\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBesides these updates, the MC462 is packed full of other exclusive McIntosh technologies to bring your music to life:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"mc-video-block\"\u003e\u003cvideo autoplay loop muted playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/videos\/mcintoshlabs\/short---solid-cinch-binding-posts-thumbnail.jpg?rev=1f4e39e1994b498ab3159ac6bf37e94e\u0026amp;revision=1f4e39e1-994b-498a-b315-9ac6bf37e94e\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Videos\/McIntoshLabs\/Short---Solid-Cinch-binding-posts-1280a.mp4?rev=8d5ed2f72f4440f68caab51425a8e46e\u0026amp;revision=8d5ed2f7-2f44-40f6-8caa-b51425a8e46e\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-8\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"It does everything right and nothing wrong, is built to last for generations, and sounds amazing no matter what speakers you connect to it.\" - Lyd \u0026amp; Bilde\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-9\" class=\"mc-section\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe balanced and unbalanced outputs make bi-amping or tri-amping your speakerseasier; they can also be used to send the audio signal to a secondary system if your preamplifierdoes not have enough outputs, or to connect a powered subwoofer. The MC462 sits on a beautiful polished stainless steel chassis and features the timeless McIntosh black glass front panel, illuminated logo, control knobs, aluminum handles and a pair of fast responding blue Watt meters. Contact your local dealerto learn more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"specifications\" class=\"mc-accordion\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-heading\"\u003eElectronic Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eFTC Power Output Rating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e450 W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003ePower Output per Channel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e450 W into 2, 4 or 8 ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e0.005%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eS\/N below rated output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e122dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eDynamic Headroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e3.0dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e\u0026gt;40 Wideband\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eRated Power Band\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e+0, -0.25dB from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-sub\"\u003e+0, -3.0dB from 10Hz to 100kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-heading\"\u003eControl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eRemote Power Control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eMulti-Channel DB25 Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-heading\"\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eCircuit 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black painted steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-heading\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-grid\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eSpeaker Binding Post Type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003ePatented Solid Cinch™ Speaker Binding Posts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-heading\"\u003eWeights \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eUnit Dimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e17-1\/2\" (44.45cm) x 9-7\/16\" (23.97cm) (including feet) x 22-1\/2\" (57.2cm) (including front panel, handles and cables)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e115 lbs (52.3 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mc-spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-name\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-spec-value\"\u003e148 lbs (67.3 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"downloads\" class=\"mc-accordion\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDownloads\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul class=\"mc-downloads\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Files\/mcintoshlabs\/DocumentMaster\/us\/MC462-brochure-35107901.pdf?rev=6157fc3b48cd46f3b95814797ff29ee0\u0026amp;revision=6157fc3b-48cd-46f3-b958-14797ff29ee0\"\u003eMC462 Power Amplifier Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Files\/mcintoshlabs\/DocumentMaster\/us\/mc462om01.pdf?rev=aef507ce39d24889b066924f7adc16a9\u0026amp;revision=aef507ce-39d2-4889-b066-924f7adc16a9\"\u003eMC462 Power Amplifier Owner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Files\/mcintoshlabs\/DocumentMaster\/us\/mc462cd1and2-01.pdf?rev=fd98c7b0cf854f20bf74bb6e74e3e4e0\u0026amp;revision=fd98c7b0-cf85-4f20-bf74-bb6e74e3e4e0\"\u003eMC462 Power Amplifier Connection Diagram\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/-\/media\/Files\/mcintoshlabs\/ReviewAwardDocuments\/MC462-Fedelta-del-Suono-October-2020-No-296.pdf?rev=4a972ad4443a407f8fc6f03382b2fe10\u0026amp;revision=4a972ad4-443a-407f-8fc6-f03382b2fe10\"\u003eMC462 Review Fedelta del Suono (Italy) October 2020 No 296\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca 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