The McIntosh MA12000 is a hybrid integrated amplifier combining vacuum-tube preamplifier warmth with solid-state power, delivering 350 watts per channel of clean, detailed sound. It handles nearly any source—analog or digital—so your music plays with clarity, precision and rich dynamics. Featuring McIntosh’s Autoformer™ design and a built-in DA2 digital module, it ensures your signals stay pure no matter the speaker impedance or format.
Key Features
- 350 W per channel with Autoformer™ ensures consistent power into 2, 4 or 8 Ω speakers
- Vacuum-tube preamp section paired with solid-state amplifier for tonal nuance and control
- DA2 Digital Audio Module supports DSD512, DXD, 24-bit/384 kHz, and HDMI-ARC
- Ten analog inputs (including MC/MM phono) and seven high-res digital options
- Eight-band analog tone control for precise sound shaping
- McIntosh “Blue” watt meters, Power Guard®, Sentry Monitor™, and Monogrammed Heatsinks™
- Home Theater PassThru, High-Drive headphone output with HXD®, and comprehensive McIntosh connectivity
Why Buy
When you want an integrated amplifier that brings together heritage tube sound and modern power, the MA12000 stands out. It’s engineered for flexibility, built for rich musical performance, and designed to drive a wide range of systems with finesse.
- Consistent, powerful output no matter your speakers
- Versatile inputs for all your analog and digital sources
- Classic McIntosh build and features that last
Product Specifications
| McIntosh MA12000 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product Overview | |
| Amplifier Type | Hybrid integrated amplifier (tube preamp & solid-state power amp) |
| Power Output (RMS) | 350 W per channel (into 2, 4, or 8 Ω via Autoformer™) |
| Channels | 2 Channels |
| Speaker Impedance | 2 Ω, 4 Ω or 8 Ω |
| Audio Specifications | |
| Preamp Distortion (THD) | 0.03% (20 Hz–20 kHz) |
| Amplifier Distortion (THD) | 0.005% (20 Hz–20 kHz) |
| Tone Controls | 8-band analog tone control |
| Headphone Output | 1/4″ High Drive with Headphone Cross-feed Director (HXD®), 20–600 Ω |
| Connectivity | |
| Analog Inputs | 10 total: 2 balanced, 6 unbalanced, 1 Moving Coil phono, 1 Moving Magnet phono (both with adjustable loading) |
| Analog Outputs | 1 balanced variable, 1 unbalanced fixed, 1 unbalanced variable |
| Digital Audio Module | DA2 Digital Audio Module (factory installed) |
| Digital Inputs | 7 total: 2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB, 1 MCT (DIN), 1 HDMI-ARC |
| Home Theater PassThru | Yes |
| Features & Design | |
| Special Technologies | Autoformer™, Power Guard®, Sentry Monitor™, McIntosh Blue Watt meters, Monogrammed Heatsinks™ |
| Chassis & Controls | Stainless steel mirror-polished chassis, fast-responding microprocessor switching, solid-brass gold-plated unbalanced connectors |
| Weight & Dimensions | Approx. 108 lbs (48.9 kg); approx. 17½″ W × 9½″ H × 21″ D |
| Awards | |
| Recognitions | Winner of Applause Award (StereoNET UK), Reference Award (Haute Fidélité) and others |