Back to where it all began. The McIntosh 2505 was the first piece to feature the big, blue meters that have become synonymous with the McIntosh name. This example is excellent condition sonically, as well as electronically. If you look closely, you can see the typical bubble around the bottom edge of the headphone jack. With fifty watts per channel, this iconic piece will drive nearly anything you could throw at it.
- Condition
- 8/10
- Serial No.
- 94K75
- Orig. MSRP
- $549
- Restoration
- Comprehensive bench test
- Cleaned controls, switches, and internal electronics
- Exterior detailed
- Factory Specs
Type Solid-state stereo power amplifier
Power output 50 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.25%
Damping factor 10
Input sensitivity 0.5V
Signal to noise ratio 90dB
Speaker load impedance 4Ω to 16Ω
Dimensions 16"W x 5.4"H x 13"D
Weight 38 lbs.
- Documentation
McIntosh MC2505 Owner's Manual
McIntosh MC2505 Service Manual
- The History of McIntosh
- Founded in 1949, McIntosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film. Offering products for two-channel stereo sound systems and multi-channel home theaters with surround sound, McIntosh continues to define the ultimate home audio entertainment...
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- Liner Notes
The McIntosh MC2505 is a solid state power amplifier with a maximum power output of 100 watts RMS continuous, 50 watts per channel operating simultaneously, into 4 ohm, 8 ohm, or 16 ohm loads. Harmonic distortion is less than 0.25% at rated power output from 20Hz to 20,000Hz. Frequency range at rated output both channels; +0, 0.025dB, 20Hz through 20,000Hz. At around serial number 36K00, the model designation was changed to 2502-2, and can be visually identified by flush meters, and a gain knob that runs clockwise from -20dB to 0.
- Stock No.
- 8201883484381
Back to where it all began. The McIntosh 2505 was the first piece to feature the big, blue meters that have become synonymous with the McIntosh name. This example is excellent condition sonically, as well as electronically. If you look closely, you can see the typical bubble around the bottom edge of the headphone jack. With fifty watts per channel, this iconic piece will drive nearly anything you could throw at it.
