Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 Multi-Channel Power Amplifier
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Product Summary
The Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 is a powerful five-channel amplifier designed for premium home cinema and multi-channel audio systems. Delivering 225 watts per channel into 8 ohms, with substantially greater output into lower impedances, it provides the control and headroom required for demanding loudspeaker systems.
A custom low-noise toroidal transformer, high-current bipolar output transistors and oversized aluminium heatsinks provide clean and stable amplification across all five channels. Anthem's Advanced Load Monitoring technology also helps protect the amplifier and connected loudspeakers when driving difficult loads.
Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs make integration straightforward, while manual, 12V trigger and automatic signal-sensing power modes allow the MCA 525 Gen 2 to fit easily into both dedicated cinema rooms and high-performance multi-channel systems.
Key Benefits
- High-performance 5-channel power amplifier
- 225W per channel into 8 ohms
- 400W per channel into 4 ohms
- 600W per channel into 2 ohms
- Ideal for premium multi-channel and home cinema systems
- High-current bipolar output stage
- Custom low-noise toroidal transformer
- Advanced Load Monitoring technology
- 120dB signal-to-noise ratio
- Balanced XLR and RCA inputs
- Manual, trigger and automatic signal-sensing power modes
- Designed and manufactured in Canada
Technical Specifications
Amplification
- Channels: 5
- Power Output into 8 Ohms: 225W per channel
- Power Output into 4 Ohms: 400W per channel
- Power Output into 2 Ohms: 600W per channel
- Power Rating: Continuous, 20Hz - 20kHz, less than 1% THD
- Power Bandwidth: 90kHz (-3dB at 200W into 8 ohms)
- Voltage Gain: 29dB
- Slew Rate: 30V/µs
- Damping Factor: 300, 20Hz - 1kHz
- Channel Separation: Greater than 65dB, 100Hz - 10kHz
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 120dB, IEC-A referenced to 225W
- THD at 100W / 1kHz: 0.0010%
Frequency Response
- 8 Ohms: 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.1dB
- 4 Ohms: 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.1dB
- 2 Ohms: 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.2dB
Inputs & Outputs
- 5 x Balanced XLR Inputs
- 5 x Single-Ended RCA Inputs
- 5 x Speaker Outputs via Binding Posts
- 12V Trigger Input
- 12V Trigger Output
- Chassis Ground Connection
Input Specifications
- Input Sensitivity: 1.5Vrms for 225W into 8 ohms
- RCA Input Impedance: 10k ohms
- XLR Input Impedance: 15k ohms
Power Control
- Manual-On Mode
- Trigger-On Mode
- Automatic Signal-Sensing Mode
- Standby Power Consumption: 2.0W
- Idle Power Consumption: 80W
- Typical Power Consumption: 550W
- High Output Power Consumption: 1200W
Dimensions & Weight
- Width: 438mm
- Height: 169mm
- Depth: 460mm
- Rack Height: 4U
- Weight: 27.5kg
What's in the Box
- 1 x Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 Power Amplifier
- 1 x Mains Power Cable
- Documentation
