{"title":"McIntosh - Home Theatre","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"mcintosh-mc-303-300-watts-x-3-power-amplifier","title":"McIntosh MC-303 Power Amplifier","description":"The McIntosh MC303 is our most powerful multi-channel amplifier to date, providing 300 watts into each of 3 channels. It features our renowned Autoformer, which allows its full 300 watts of power to be delivered into 2, 4 or 8 ohm speakers with the lowest noise and distortion performance possible. \n\nThe MC303 was designed with the intent to drive a home theater’s front left, front right and center channels. As most of a movie’s soundtrack is delivered by these three channels, the powerful MC303 provides all the power needed for an amazing in-home theater experience. For surround channels, combine the MC303 with our MC302 or MC152 amplifiers and fully immerse yourself in your movie collection. For music lovers, the MC303 can be used in tri-amping configurations on compatible speakers, such as our XRT1K or XRT2K. \n\nThe MC303 shares many notable McIntosh technologies that are found in our other home audio and home theater products, including Power Guard® that prevents over-driving of the amplifier and the resulting harsh sounding clipping that could damage your speakers. Sentry Monitor™ is our fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit that disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe operating levels and then resets automatically when operating conditions return to normal. Inputs for balanced and unbalanced cables are available to provide flexibility in connecting to the rest of your system. A triple bank of blue watt meters provides instant recognition of power output (the meters may be switched off for theater use if they conflict with the television or movie screen). \n\nAesthetically, the MC303 is every bit as McIntosh as any of our products. A polished stainless steel chassis, classic black glass front panel, knobs and custom machined aluminum handles all come standard. ","brand":"Mcintosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":533711847429,"sku":"MC-303","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2246\/9355\/files\/McintoshMC303.jpg?v=1698510386"},{"product_id":"mcintosh-7-x-200-watts-power-amplifier","title":"Mcintosh MC-257 7 X 200 Watts Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"display-table \"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"table-cell w50 vertical-middle to-load-b delay-1 noPad loaded\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBring your home theater dreams to life with the MC257 7-Channel Power Amplifier. Experience the latest blockbusters along with your favorite movies like never before in your home theater with the sound quality and power only McIntosh can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MC257 is highlighted by our new eye-catching TripleView\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Power Output Meter that independently indicates the real time power reading of the amplifier's three front channels. The easy-to-read, 15\" (38 cm) wide TripleView meter design is a streamlined approach to the three individual meters found on our previous generation 7-channel home theater amplifier. Instead of three separate meter windows each housing a single meter, the TripleView features three of our traditional mechanical meters in a single meter enclosure. While a totally new design, each of the three pointers in the TripleView meter have the same inviting motion that McIntosh meters are known for and perform at the same high level as any of our meters. The captivating look and glow of the TripleView meter is sure to be a conversation starter, but its trademarked blue lighting can be turned off so as not to compete with your TV or movie screen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to the new TripleView meter, the MC257 features many other upgrades. When using just the front left, center and right channels, power output has been increased by 25% from 200 Watts per channel to 250 Watts per channel. When using all 7 channels, each will receive a healthy 200 Watts per channel. Regardless of how many channels are used, the full 200 or 250 Watts is delivered to either 4 or 8 Ohm speakers via our Dynamic Power Manager\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e (DPM) technology. Filter capacity has been increased by 20% which has produced an amazing 94% increase in dynamic headroom from 1.7dB to 3.3dB as well as improving low frequency performance - both key features in a home theater amplifier, especially when listening to an energetic soundtrack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"display-table Right\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"table-cell w50 vertical-middle to-load-b delay-1 loaded\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe MC257 comes with five of our McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e which are connected to advanced high current output transistors to efficiently and silently cool the amplifier; as a result, noisy cooling fans that can interfere with the movie soundtrack are not needed. A quiet, specially wound toroidal isolation power transformer also helps keep noise to a minimum. Speaker terminals have been updated to our standard gold-plated binding posts that prevent corrosion and ensure a quality signal is sent to your home theater speakers. Our power management system that will turn the amplifier off after a set amount of time when no input signal has been detected has also been added. Finally, the front panel is now lit by direct LED backlighting for improved color accuracy and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"display-table Right\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"table-cell w50 vertical-middle to-load-b delay-1 noPad loaded\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBesides all these upgrades, the MC257 comes with steadfast McIntosh technologies like Power Guard\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e to prevent potential speaker damage caused by clipping and over-driving of the amplifier. Our Sentry Monitor\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e technology protects against short-circuits by disengaging the output stage should the current ever exceed safe operating levels (it then resets automatically when operating conditions return to normal). Both balanced and unbalanced inputs are included to connect the MC257 home theater amplifier to your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/products\/home-theater-processors\"\u003ehome theater processor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mcintosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30266925940789,"sku":"MC-257","price":18600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2246\/9355\/files\/McintoshMC257.jpg?v=1698427660"},{"product_id":"mcintosh-mc-266-5-channel-amplifier","title":"Mcintosh MC-255 5 Channel Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MC255 features our striking new TripleView\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Output Meter that independently indicates the real time power reading of the amplifier's three front channels. Instead of three separate meter windows each housing a single meter as found on our previous 5-channel home theater amplifier, the easy-to-read, 15\" (38 cm) wide TripleView features three of our traditional mechanical meters in a single meter enclosure. While a totally new design, each of the three peak responding pointers in the TripleView meter have the same enticing motion that McIntosh meters are known for and function at the same high level as any of our meters. The enchanting look and welcoming glow of the TripleView meter is sure to draw interest from friends and family, but its trademarked blue lighting can be turned off so as not to compete with your TV or movie screen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBesides the new TripleView meter, the MC255 has received many other performance upgrades to deliver an unforgettable cinema experience in your home theater. Filter capacity has been increased by 50% which has more than doubled dynamic headroom from 1.7dB to 3.6dB - a key feature in a home theater amplifier - as well as improving the performance of low frequencies. When using just the front left, center and right channels, power output has been increased by 25% from 200 Watts per channel (WPC) to 250 WPC. When using all 5 channels, each will receive a healthy 200 WPC. Regardless of how many channels are used, the full 200 or 250 Watts is delivered to either 4 or 8 Ohm speakers via our Dynamic Power Manager\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e(DPM) technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"display-table Left\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"table-cell w50 vertical-middle to-load-b delay-1 loaded\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe MC255 runs cool and quiet thanks to four of our McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e which are connected to advanced high current output transistors that efficiently and silently cool the amplifier; as a result, noisy cooling fans that can interfere with the movie soundtrack are not needed. A quiet, specially wound toroidal isolation power transformer also helps keep noise to a minimum. Speaker terminals have been updated to our standard gold-plated binding posts that prevent corrosion and ensure a quality signal is sent to your home theater speakers. Traditional McIntosh knobs now adorn the front panel to control the meter lights and power function. Direct LED backlighting has been added to the front panel for improved color accuracy and durability. Our eco-friendly power management system that will turn the amplifier off after a set amount of time when no input signal has been detected is also now included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"display-table Left\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"table-cell w50 vertical-middle to-load-b delay-1 noPad loaded\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eWhile the MC255 has received many upgrades, it also comes with hallmark McIntosh technologies such as Power Guard\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e that prevents potential speaker damage caused by clipping and over-driving of the amplifier, and Sentry Monitor\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e that protects against short-circuits by disengaging the output stage should the current ever exceed safe operating levels (it then resets automatically when operating conditions return to normal). Both balanced and unbalanced inputs are included to connect your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/products\/home-theater-processors\"\u003ehome theater processor\u003c\/a\u003e to the MC255 home theater amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MC255 can be used to power a conventional 5-channel home theater; it can be paired with either our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/products\/amplifiers\/MI128\"\u003eMI128\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/products\/amplifiers\/MI254\"\u003eMI254\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e digital amplifiers in home theaters that have additional surround sound \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mcintoshlabs.com\/products\/speakers\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for use with object-based 3D audio formats such as Dolby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Atmos, DTS:X\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and Auro-3D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; or it can be used in a two zone configuration with the three front channels used at 250 WPC in one zone and the two surround sound channels used at 200 WPC in a second audio zone in your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mcintosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30390772367413,"sku":"MC-255","price":14300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2246\/9355\/files\/McintoshMC255.jpg?v=1698426877"},{"product_id":"mcintosh-mx-123-surround-processor","title":"Mcintosh MX-123 Surround Processor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MX123 A\/V Processor marries a long tradition of uncompromising McIntosh sound quality with the latest home theater technologies to bring you an unsurpassed luxury home entertainment experience. It is compatible with all the leading home theater surround sound and object-based 3D audio formats including Dolby\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e Atmos, DTS:X\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e and Auro-3D\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e. It's also fully compatible with modern 4K Ultra HD video sources and can upscale lower resolutions to 4K Ultra HD for the best possible picture quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe MX123 features upgraded digital audio processing capabilities that results in 2 more discrete audio channels, bringing the MX123 to 13.2 discrete audio channels compared to 11.2 in the previous model. These 13.2 discrete channels are available via both balanced and unbalanced audio outputs that can be used in a variety of home theater speaker configurations; 2 additional unbalanced outputs offer further connection flexibility. DSD and ALAC playback support have been doubled to DSD128 and ALAC 192kHz for better high resolution audio performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor the video needs of your home theater, the MX123 has 7 HDMI inputs and 3 HDMI outputs. All HDMI inputs and outputs are HDCP 2.3, making the MX123 compliant and compatible with digital content protection specifications for well into the future. They all also have 18Gbps of bandwidth to support High Dynamic Range (HDR) formats Dolby Vision\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e, HDR10 and HLG; 4K Ultra HD at 50\/60Hz; 4:4:4 color spacing; Rec. 2020; and 3D video pass-through. Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) functionality is included on 1 of the HDMI outputs. eARC offers improved bandwidth so the MX123 can receive higher resolution audio from your TV to produce the best possible sound quality. Additional connections include: 4 digital audio inputs; 1 balanced and 8 unbalanced analog stereo audio inputs (including 1 dedicated as a Moving Magnet phono input to connect a turntable); an unbalanced 7.1 multi-channel audio input; 3 component and 4 composite video inputs; 1 USB Type A input; 2 unbalanced analog stereo outputs; and 2 composite and 1 component video outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exciting new feature on the MX123 is IMAX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhanced. IMAX Enhanced is a set of stringent performance standards established by IMAX and DTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to create a consistent and higher bar for image and sound performance on premium devices. It utilizes a sophisticated, advanced algorithm designed to produce the highest-quality, sharpest 4K HDR images. IMAX and DTS will also partner with award-winning Hollywood sound mixers to use a special variant of the DTS:X codec technology included in the MX123 to deliver an IMAX signature sound experience in your home theater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStreaming options\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e on the MX123 have been upgraded from the previous model. The MX123 now includes Apple\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e AirPlay 2\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e along with Bluetooth\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e and Spotify Connect for easy streaming from your mobile devices. AirPlay 2 is an Apple technology designed to control home audio systems and speakers in any room - with a tap or by just asking Siri - right from an iPhone\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e, iPad\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e, HomePod\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e, or Apple TV\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e. It offers multiroom audio, Siri voice control, and enhanced playback. TuneIn is also included for further music streaming options. To assist with streaming performance and reliability, wireless connectivity has been improved to include 2.4\/5GHz dual band support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudyssey MultEQ\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e XT32 is included and will calibrate the MX123 to your home theater's unique acoustical properties, letting it deliver the clearest and most balanced earth-shattering sound possible. Each discrete audio channel has its own 32-bit premium Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) to produce the best audio quality. Bass and treble tone controls plus a 9-band equalizer offer additional fine-tuning. The MX123 also gives you the flexibility to create 2 additional zones in your house and send select audio and\/or video to each zone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mcintosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30390863790133,"sku":"MX-123","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2246\/9355\/files\/McintoshMX123.jpg?v=1698427050"}],"url":"https:\/\/hificentre.com\/collections\/mcintosh-home-theatre\/mcintosh+power-amplifiers+multi-channel.oembed","provider":"Hi-Fi Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}