McIntosh MC8207 - 200W x 7 Channel Home Theater Amplifier

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General:

This MC8207 is a current model still in production today.

There are huge manufacturing delays so if you're looking for one this might be your best shot.

It features 200W for all 7 channels and fiber optic illumination which eliminates the pesky burned-out bulbs from other amps. The LED meters are super cool and very clever.

It will come to you complete with the original McIntosh MC8207 manual and super heavy-duty double McIntosh shipping carton. The best in the industry. 

We cannot ship this item but you are welcome to purchase in store.

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More from McIntosh:
Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the MC8207 Power Amplifier. The Seven Channel Power Amplifier produces a power output of 200 watts per channel and will drive quality Loudspeakers to a high level of performance. The MC8207 reproduction is sonically transparent and absolutely accurate.

The McIntosh Sound is “The Sound of the Music Itself.”

McIntosh Performance Features Include:
• Dynamic Power Manager
The MC8207’s Dynamic Power Manager (DPM) circuitry allows for the connection of either 4 ohm or 8 ohm Loudspeakers, while at the same time delivering identical power output. A peak output current of 25 amperes per channel ensures that it will successfully drive high quality Loudspeakers such as McIntosh, for a truly exciting sound experience.

• Versatile Operation
The MC8207 can provide power amplification for seven channels in a single Zone A/V System or five channels for Zone A and two channels for Zone B in a Dual Zone A/V System.

• Balanced and Unbalanced Inputs
There are Balanced Connections for all seven Power Amplifier Input Channels. For convenience when the MC8207 is used in a Dual Zone System there are also two unbalanced inputs.

• Sentry Monitor and Thermal Protection
McIntosh Sentry Monitor power output stage protec- tion circuits ensure the MC8207 will have a long and trouble free operating life. Built-in thermal protection circuits guard against overheating.

• Ilumeter Power Output Indicators
The LED Ilumeter Power Output Indicators are peak responding and indicate the power output of the amplifier in watts.

Specifications
Power Output
Minimum sine wave continuous average power output per channel, all channels operating is: 200 watts into a 4 ohm or 8 ohm load

Output Load Impedance
8 and 4 ohms

Rated Power Band
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz

Total Harmonic Distortion
0.005% maximum harmonic distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to rated power, 20Hz to 20,000Hz

Dynamic Headroom
1.7 dB

Frequency Response
+0, -0.25 dB from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
+0, -3 dB from 10 Hz to 100,000 Hz

Input Sensitivity (for rated output)
2.0 Volt Balanced with a 4 ohm Loudspeaker
1.0 Volt Unbalanced with a 4 ohm Loudspeaker

2.8 Volt Balanced with a 8 ohm Loudspeaker
1.4 Volt Unbalanced with a 8 ohm Loudspeaker

Signal To Noise Ratio (A-Weighted)
112dB below rated output

Intermodulation Distortion
0.005% maximum, if the instantaneous peak power output does not exceed twice the rated power output or less per channel with all channels operating for any combination of frequencies from 20Hz to 20,000Hz.

Wide Band Damping Factor
Greater than 70 at 4 ohms Greater than 140 at 8 ohms

Input Impedance
20,000 ohms Balanced 10,000 ohms Unbalanced

Voltage Gain
29dB

Power Guard
Less than 2% THD with up to 14 dB overdrive at 1,000Hz

Power Control Inputs ZA and ZB
5-15VDC, less than 1mA

Power Control Output ZA and ZB
12VDC, 50mA maximum total
Output is delayed 0.2 seconds from turn On

Power Requirements
Field AC Voltage conversion of the MC8207 is not possible.
The MC8207 is factory configured for the following AC Voltage:
120 Volts, 50/60Hz at 12.0 Amps
Standby: less than 0.5 watt

Overall Dimensions
Width is 17-1/2 inches (44.5cm)
Height is 9-7/16 inches (23.9cm) including feet
Depth is 21 inches (53.3cm) including the Front Panel and Cables

Weight
83 pounds (37.6 kg) net, 116 pounds (52.6 kg) in shipping carton

Shipping Carton Dimensions
Width is 29-1/2 inches (74.9cm)
Height is 17 inches (43.2cm)
Depth is 29 inches (73.7cm)

McIntosh MC8207 - Owner's Manual

The SkyFi Testing Process for Solid State Amplifiers:

We start with a visual inspection of all internal components to make sure that there are no signs of heat stress or damage. Capacitors are checked for telltale signs of predictive failure including bulging, shrunken wrappers, or physical leakage. We also inspect the PCBs for discoloration from resistors or transistors that may have been running hot. On vintage units we often spot check select capacitors for value and ESR.

If the amplifier passes visual inspection, we move on to a controlled power on sequence using a Sencore safety analyzer to monitor current draw in real time. Once the amplifier is determined to be safe to operate, we connect it to full AC mains for function and power testing. We connect the speaker outputs of the amplifier to a Sencore PA81 Power Analyzer which acts as a dummy load, DC offset monitor, and oscilloscope interface. We start with a low level 1KHz test signal at the amplifier’s input and slowly increase its amplitude while monitoring the output on an oscilloscope for signs of noise, clipping, distortion, or improper channel balance. We continue increasing the signal level until the amplifier reaches clipping. At this point we take an output power measurement and compare it to the spec sheet of the amplifier to verify proper performance. If the device under test has both balanced and single ended inputs they are both tested at this time. We finish off the bench evaluation with a 1KHz square wave check and a 20Hz to 20KHz sine sweep to assess the amplifier’s frequency response characteristics. This battery of tests will usually reveal if the amplifier has any issues that need further attention.

Before the device leaves the bench, we perform a listening test with actual music using a variety of preferred test tracks. Our benches are outfitted with familiar monitor speakers which help us identify inconsistencies that will not always show up on our test gear. The main things that we are listening for are hum or noise with no signal present, proper center image, clicks, pops, or any other obvious undesirable audio characteristics.

If the unit passes all of these tests it is moved to our long term testing rig where we simulate real word operating conditions for 6-8 hours. This allows us to monitor the unit for signs of thermal runaway or intermittent issues that only crop up when the unit has fully come up to temperature.

Click here to schedule an appointment to visit our store or call 201-879-0000.

Please note this item must be purchased in store and we will not ship under any circumstances. Click here for more information about this policy.

Please support your local McIntosh Dealer.