McIntosh MA8900

Traded in and now available: a beautiful McIntosh MA8900 integrated amplifier.

This copy is in top condition, is fully checked and comes complete with the original packaging, remote control, manual and accessories.

 

The McIntosh MA8900 is one of the most beloved integrated amplifiers the American brand has ever built. With a power of 2 × 200 watts, the characteristic Autoformer technology and the iconic blue VU meters, the MA8900 combines impressive performance with the timeless look McIntosh is known for worldwide. In addition, it is equipped with the modular DA1 digital audio module, which also makes it perfectly compatible with modern digital music sources.

 

From the first sound impression, the MA8900 convinces with an effortless combination of strength, control and refinement. Voices sound rich and natural, instruments get a convincing sound color and the sound image unfolds wide and deep, with impressive peace and stability. Thanks to the generous power reserves, the amplifier retains full control, even with dynamic music or loudspeakers that require firm control.

 

The famous McIntosh Autoformers ensure full power is available on 2, 4 or 8 Ohm speakers. This makes the MA8900 sound powerful, controlled and effortless under almost all conditions. In addition, Power Guard® and Sentry MonitorTM protect both the amplifier and the connected loudspeakers from overload without compromising musical performance.

 

The MA8900 also leaves little to be desired in terms of connection possibilities. In addition to balanced and unbalanced analog inputs, it has high-quality MM and MC-phono inputs as well as a comprehensive digital section with USB, coaxial, optical and MCT connections. This makes the MA8900 effortlessly the heart of both analog and digital high-end installation.

 

Like any McIntosh product, the MA8900 is also built for years of listening pleasure. The heavy stainless steel housing, the glass front panel, the massive knobs and the characteristic blue illuminated watt meters make this amplifier not only a musical highlight, but also a timeless design icon.

 

For music lovers who are looking for an integrated amplifier with a powerful, refined and highly musical sound, combined with uncompromising construction quality and an iconic look, the McIntosh MA8900 is undoubtedly one of the absolute top in its class.

Technical specifications

Property	Specification
Type	Integrated stereo amplifier
Power output	2 × 200 Watt (2, 4 of 8 Ω via Autoformers)
Amplifier Class	Class AB
Frequency range	10 Hz – 100 kHz
THD	0,005%
Analog Inputs	6 × RCA, 1 × XLR
Phono	MM and MC
Digital inputs	USB, 2 × Coaxial, 2 × Optical, MCT
DAC	DA1 Digital Audio Module
Headphone output	High Drive with HXD® Headphone Crossfeed
Dimensions (B × H × D)	44,5 × 19,4 × 55,9 cm
Weight	34,1 kg