A timeless vintage McIntosh, the 2205 delivers crisp imaging throughout the frequency range, regardless of volume. The soundstage is wide and holographic, with impressive separation of vocals. With 200 watts per channel, the MC2205 is capable of driving even the most challenging speaker loads with ease. This is one of the finest vintage amps you'll find, and this particular piece has been fully restored both cosmetically as well as electronically – recapped, and refinished. The original knobs were ultrasonically cleaned to pair with a brand new faceplate – not just the glass, but the silver trim pieces as well. This is the one you've been waiting for.
- Production
- 1975-79
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- AX2932
- Orig. MSRP
- $1649
- Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Installed new faceplate glass and end caps
- Refinished top chassis cover
- Refinished top and bottom faceplate rails
- Replaced large filter caps
- Replaced driver and power transistors
- Replaced shorted power supply ribbon cable
- Upgraded bulbs to LED
- Replaced blue lens for meter display
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
- Factory Specs
Type Solid state power amplifier
Power output 200 WPC > 8Ω (stereo), 400 W > 8Ω (mono)
Frequency response 10Hz to 100kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.1%
Damping factor 16
Input sensitivity 0.75V
Signal to noise ratio 95dB
Speaker load impedance 1Ω to 8Ω
Cabinet L14 (also fits L21 and L54)
Dimensions 7-1/8"H x 16-3/16"W x 14-1/2"D
Weight 85 lbs.
- Documentation
McIntosh MC2205 Owner's Manual
McIntosh MC2205 Service Manual
McIntosh MC2205 Brochure
- 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 output signal of the MC2205 passes through an output transformer, which is designed to match the output terminal of any impedance so that the maximum output is obtained for all frequency signals regardless of the output terminal. This transformer also protects the speakers in the event of an amplifier failure. When a DC component is mixed into the output, the transformer eliminates the component and prevents damage to the speakers. To prevent overloading of the output transistor, the output signal is always monitored by a Macintosh proprietary monitoring circuit. This circuit becomes high impedance when the output level exceeds the rated value, but this has no effect on the output. When the output reaches its maximum value, the monitoring circuit limits the signal supplied to the output transistor to prevent shorting of the output of the amplifier or damage to the output transistor. This monitoring circuit monitors the plus and minus sides of the output signal separately.
- Stock No.
- 7872506757341
A timeless vintage McIntosh, the 2205 delivers crisp imaging throughout the frequency range, regardless of volume. The soundstage is wide and holographic, with impressive separation of vocals. With 200 watts per channel, the MC2205 is capable of driving even the most challenging speaker loads with ease. This is one of the finest vintage amps you'll find, and this particular piece has been fully restored both cosmetically as well as electronically – recapped, and refinished. The original knobs were ultrasonically cleaned to pair with a brand new faceplate – not just the glass, but the silver trim pieces as well. This is the one you've been waiting for.
