Anthem MCA 225 Multichannel Amplifier (2 x 225 watt)
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Anthem MCA 225 Multichannel Amplifier (2 x 225 watt)
MCA 225
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Designed to match, engineered for power.
New MCA multi-channel amplifiers are Crafted in Canada and perfectly match the new AVM 60 processor & MRX receivers.
To complement the NEW AVM 60 A/V Processor, Anthem introduces the new MCA 525, 325 and 225 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.
Like all Anthem products the MCA 525, MCA 325 and MCA 225, 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 aluminum 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.
Features
- Delivers lower THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) for cleaner, pure sound and lower noise
- Completely redesigned for improved audio performance and reliability
- Higher current output for lower distortion
- Cosmetic match for AVM 60 A/V Preamplifier-Processor
- Improved Advanced Load Monitoring system
- 8 bipolar output devices per channel for less stress on each device
- Less than 2 watts standby power consumption
- Crafted in Canada
| POWER OUTPUT (PER CHANNEL) | |
|---|---|
| 8Ω (Continuous RMS, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, <1% THD) | 225 W |
| 4Ω (Continuous RMS, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, <1% THD) | 400 W |
| 2Ω (Continuous RMS, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, <1% THD) | 600 W |
| 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 |
| Power Consumption | |
| standby | 1.0 W |
| idle | 35 W |
| typical | 240 W |
| high output | 500 W |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Height | 6-5/8" (16.9 cm) |
| Height with Rackmount Kit | 4U |
| Width | 17-1/4" (43.9 cm) |
| Depth | 18-1/8" (46 cm) |
| WEIGHT | 40 lb (18 kg) |
| POWER REQUIREMENT | |
| 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. |
