Description
Anthem MCA-225 GEN 2 2-channel Power Amplifier
Product Overview
To complement the NEW AVM 90 and 70 A/V Processors, Anthem introduces the new MCA 525, 325 and 225 GEN 2 power amplifiers. Available in 5, 3 and 2-channel configurations, these new MCA amplifiers feature more robust and efficient power and heavy-duty reliability. The new MCA Series delivers lower THD (total harmonic distortion) for more clean, pure sound and lower noise for a supremely quiet background. The MCA 525 GEN 2, MCA 325 GEN 2 and MCA 225 GEN 2, designed and Crafted in Canada, are like no other amplifiers in the world: custom low noise high-power toroidal transformers; high-current bipolar output transistors; high-quality filter capacitors; advanced power supply regulators; oversized aluminium heatsinks; custom-designed dual binding posts; and patented auto-on/off circuitry. Superior craftsmanship that is reflected in clean, clear, audiophile-quality sound from top to bottom of the frequency spectrum.
Key Features
- 2-channel power amplifier;
- 225 watts per channel continuous power into 8 ohms
- Higher Power into More Demanding Loads
- Next generation Advanced Load Monitoring Technology
- Low flux toroidal power transformers ensure ultra quiet performance by minimising stray magnetic field radiation
- Custom-designed, oversized robust binding posts ensure full power delivery at all times
SPECIFICATIONS
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POWER OUTPUT (PER CHANNEL) (Continuous RMS, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, <1% THD) |
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| INPUTS / OUTPUTS | ||
| Inputs | Single-Ended, Balanced, Relay Trigger (3.5-mm Mono Jack) | |
| Outputs | Speaker Binding Posts, Relay Trigger (3.5-mm Mono Jack) | |
| SWITCHES | ||
| Front Panel | Power (On/Off) | |
| Rear Panel | 3 On/Off Modes (Trigger, Manual, Auto) | |
| THD AT 100W | ||
| at 1 kHz | 0.0010% | |
| at 20 kHz | 0.015% | |
| IMD AT 100 W | ||
| ITU-R (19 kHz + 20 kHz) | 0.0005% | |
| SMPTE (60 Hz + 7 kHz) | 0.002% | |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE, 20 HZ TO 20 KHZ | ||
| open circuit | ± 0.1 dB | |
| 8Ω | ± 0.1 dB | |
| 4Ω | ± 0.1 dB | |
| 2Ω | ± 0.2 dB | |
| OTHER SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| SNR, IEC-A, ref. 225 W | 120 dB | |
| Power Bandwidth, -3 dB at 200 W into 8 ohms | 90 kHz | |
| Slew Rate | 30 V/μs | |
| Damping Factor, 20 Hz to 1 kHz | 300 | |
| Channel Separation, 100 Hz to 10 kHz | >65 dB | |
| Input Impedance (RCA / XLR) | 10 kΩ / 15 kΩ | |
| Input Sensitivity, 225 W into 8 Ω | 1.5 Vrms | |
| Voltage Gain | 29 dB | |
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POWER CONSUMPTION |
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| MCA 525 GEN 2 |
MCA 325 GEN 2 | MCA 225 GEN 2 | |
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| Typical | 550 W | 350 W | 240 W |
| Standby | 2.0W | 1.4W | 1.0 W |
| Idle |
80 W | 47 W | 35 W |
| High output |
1200 W | 750 W | 500 W |
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DIMENSIONS |
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| Height (without feet) | 16.9 cm | |
| Height with Rackmount Kit | 4U | |
| Width | 43.9 cm | |
| Depth | 46 cm | |
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WEIGHT |
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| MCA 525 (Gen 2) | 27.5 Kg | |
| MCA 325 (Gen 2) | 19.5 Kg | |
| MCA 225 (Gen 2) | 18.0 kg | |
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POWER REQUIREMENT |
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| 120 V version: | In countries where the line voltage is 120 V, this product operates from a single phase AC power source that supplies between 108 V and 132 V at a frequency of 60 Hz. | |
| 220-240 V version: | In countries where the line voltage is 220, 230, or 240 V, this product operates from a single phase AC power source that supplies between 198 V and 264 V at a frequency of 50 Hz. | |