It is outwardly elegant yet built like a tank. Being designed to accompany the AVM series, the MCA 525 will pair perfectly with the new processors, so AVM owners neednt trouble themselves thinking about gain structure. Look at Anthems AVM60. I had the AVM50 processor and MCA-50 amp (older model). But also that calculation of 95 decibels, is that with certain frequencies? Looking purely at the published specifications, I would guess they are more alike than different. Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 or Parasound A52+ (Decision Made) ar surround Jul 20, 2021 Help Support QuadraphonicQuad: ar surround 2K Club - QQ Super Nova QQ Supporter Joined Apr 3, 2010 Messages 4,255 Location New Joisey Jul 20, 2021 #1 I have decided to purchase a new 5 channel power amp and would like some advice from our forum members. Hi All, potentially closing a deal on the Anthem AVM 70 and could potentially cut a deal if I get the matching Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2, which is a 5 channel power amp. And though the Anthems performance is truly wonderful, I'm not convinced that the same sonic performance couldnt be had for considerably less than the Anthems relatively steep asking price. It was probably plugged into a modified Delorean when that test was performed. Parasound is famous because of John Curl, as for Anthem, they have been in business for a long time. You must log in or register to reply here. Also, the spec says power consumption is 550 W typical and 1200 W high output. This website uses the TMDb API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDb. Thanks for the feedback. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Really looking to compare something like the MCA-2 or MCA-20 to the HCA-1500a or HCA-2200ii. Looking to replace my Yamaha MX-A5000 with one of the above 5 Channel Amplifiers. JavaScript is disabled. The A51 has better damping factor, but the Anthem has better SNR. The overall dimensions are (H x W x D) 169mm, 438mm, 460mm. What's not to like? VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. 20% music, 80% Home Theater. Look at Anthems AVM60. I s'pose you could reproduce thunderclaps and jet engines realistically but you'd only be able to hear it a few times before you blow your eardrums into your sinuses .LOL 400wpc short on power with 101dB sensitivity at 12 feet. I briefly owned an AVM60 as a potential replacement for my Classe SSP800, but unfortunately was no match in sound quality so I sold it. Camel Air Born: The MCA & Decca Years 1973-1984 (box set with 5 albums in 5.1 on blu-ray), MMH - New Atmos Decoder (beta) discussion, Multichannel Media Players, File Storage & Ripping, Tears For Fears "The Hurting" (SDE Blu-Ray #9 with Steven Wilson 5.1 & Dolby Atmos mixes! What is your PayPal address? While it's always nice to have the more capable amp, is it necessary? Perfect passthrough of Ultra HD signals at up to 18.2 Gbps with Dolby Vision, HDR or Hybrid Log Gamma ensures optimal presentation of your visual media. I am wondering if I will get the same response from my speakers once I hooked them up to one of these amps I am reviewing. I had forgotten about these. Yeah but, does that mean the MCA is better then? I don't want to introduce harshness to the mix at all. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=855660&highlight=d-sonic, Need help with floorspeakers and subwoofer configuration, Recommendations for Side, Rear, and Center Speaker Stands. The benefits that I perceive is a tad warmer sound and a slightly better mid and low end. It is a beautiful, muscle car of an amplifier, with sports car engineering. Europe's busiest forums, with independent news and expert reviews, for TVs, Home Cinema, Hi-Fi, Movies, Gaming, Tech and more. Thats a great idea to isolate the variables. On paper, it looks like an MCA with a new face plate and a little bigger . Reality is that with accurate testing methods, good amps/AVRs dont alter the sound of the speakers. I currently have and will use the Yamaha CX-A5100 Processor. Stereo setup: MSB Select ll DAC w/ 2 separate mono powerbases (PSU) & Femto 33 clock, Taeko Audio SGM Extreme music server; Clearaudio Statement v2 turntable, Statement TT tonearm, Statement Goldfinger cartridge & separate PSU; D'Agostino Momentum phono pre; Naim Statement NAC S1 linestage preamp & Naim Statement NAP S1 monoblock amps; Magico M6. Have the Halos in cabinet with open back and the front has perforations (to allow IR signal to pass etc). The sensitivity does vary with frequency (and sensitivity measurements don't generally include lower bass), and lower frequencies could well demand a bit more power. In addition, compression drivers aren't made for residential use. I. What are they? Parasound Halo A51 5 Channel Power Amplifier. SNR, IEC-A, ref. McIntosh 255 vs Parasound Halo A51 vs Anthem MCA 525, The world's largest high-end audio community. The MCA 225, 325, and 525 are designed to compliment the new AVM 70 and AVM 90 A/V Processors from Anthem. I currently have the following system in my home theater: CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. it did lead me to question the value proposition of the MCA 525. "Let our rigorous testing and reviews be your guidelines to A/V equipment not marketing slogans", Get our latest product reviews and AV stories emailed to you weekly. Used to match them with a Marantz AV7005 before that. $6,595. Mind me asking how you ever got your hands on that BBQ? I would personally look at your preamp before the amp, especially because of the amps youre considering. You must log in or register to reply here. Beardog, you sound like you own stock in Parasound! More JTR? Offering seven-channels of high-quality amplification for just over 1050 is the epitome of value for money vs. performance. So. I guess the only major concern I have with amps is ending up with one that would make my speakers brighter then my AVR. True though, with the added power you would have plenty of headroom to play insanely loud! I guess you can make the highs softer but will that work to reduce ear fatigue? The MCA 525 turned in a similarly accomplished performance with my other test songs. The huge transformers make themselves quickly apparent the moment one attempts lifting the MCA 525, which weighs in at a hulking 27.5kg, most of which is distributed at its front end. Come join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, projects, DIYs, product reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! I agree the MCA amp is the best among those but in my opinion it's transformer and the power supply as a whole, is actually not "huge" at all relatively speaking (to Outlaw, Monolith, Parasound's etc in the similar price range). Emotiva XPA 3. As to that power, the Anthem is rated at (continuous) 225W into 8 ohms, 400W into 4 ohms, and an impressive 600W into 2 ohms. Either is a good choice though. The Anthem is Class AB. Nothing here anymore. The Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 tested here is the five-channel model in a new line-up that includes the three-channel MCA 325 Gen 2 and two-channel MCA 225 Gen 2. They really are nice, with no sign of wobble or flimsiness. Thank you for the adviceit is appreciated. You must log in or register to reply here. The MCA 525 may cut out due to thermal protection if it gets too hot, and its just generally a bad idea to mix heat and electronics. Those are some pretty kickass speakers. JavaScript is disabled. Input impedance 10 k unbalanced; 15 k balanced, Damping factor: 300, 20-1,000 Hz (Note: 300 should be more than high enough). Gear: Rotel RC 1082, Rotel RSP 1068 pre/pro, Rotel RMB1077 amp, Cayin CDT 15a CD player, S301 bluray. The new Anthem MCA amps all have identical amp boards for every channel. Well, thanks for all the input. Any input? Anyone wishing to rackmount one of these using the optional 4U rackmount kit will certainly need help unless theyve had their Weetabix. NAD's latest Master Series power amplifier delivers seven channels of Class D grunt thanks to Purifi's new Eigentakt technology. Heck you can't have it all Mosfet and Tubes killer power cords. The Parasound sounded more resolving with better details than the Rotel RMB-1585. Ferrys vocals sounded natural and present during Roxy Musics Love is the Drug, and the various saxophones in Radioheads The National Anthem were clearly etched during its crescendo, rendered with almost overwhelming detail. Well I added a Rotel RMB 1555 amp to my Pioneer SC 57 receiver and don't regret it. A51's Inter channel Crosstalk > 78 dB at 1 kHz > 63 dB at 20 kHz so I would say the A51's a lot better based on the typical shapes of XT vs freq., that the MCA's would likely be a few dB worse at 20 kHz. When looking at the specs, the Anthem at first appears to be a much larger amplifier. Looking at it from the top, one can see its oversized black aluminium heatsinks through the casing. The future of Anthem's parent company Sonic Frontiers is a little uncertain. 225 W . I'd try hooking the center channel output of the receiver to a different (known good) channel on your amplifier. If you really need that much power, class D amps will be your friends, look to Hypex, Purifi etc. Go with the Anthem and sell me the Parasound. So, for example, an 8 ohm speaker might have impedance dips below 4 ohms, or a 4 ohm speaker might dip below that, which can prove challenging for some amplifiers. The speakers I'm looking to power are 4 ohms with compression driver if that makes any difference, JTR to be exact. It is outwardly elegant yet built like a tank. Not too impressed by that. Isn't there a Parasound office across town from you BD??? Power ratings start at 225 watts into 8 ohms and go up to . It is a slightly more capable amp it seems. So not exactly full range. Ya ok but I take my bi-polar trans anyday. That sort of collaborate with 2X750 VA transformers. British company IOTAVX knock it out the park! The promotion photos for the MCA Gen 2s show them stacked on one another, with an AVM processor at the top of the pile. Must be the local Bay Area influence. amps-preamps 154516-93863 McIntosh 255 vs Parasound Halo A51 vs Anthem MCA 525 Looking to replace my Yamaha MX-A5000 with one of the above 5 Channel Amplifiers. I've got both and love them both. For evaluation I used the same demo material that Id listened to during my testing of the AVM 90 with my Hypex NCore-based amplifiers. However, having separate Pre and Power usually leads to positive result. It might be ok for folks who mostly watch movies, but I spend 90% listening to music, so sound quality is #1 priority for me. Parasound on the other hand claims the A51 is capable of 60A 5 channels continuously. . I briefly owned an AVM60 as a potential replacement for my Classe SSP800, but unfortunately was no match in sound quality so I sold it. JavaScript is disabled. Studio 590 | 250-watt, dual 8" floorstanding loudspeaker, Need help with floorspeakers and subwoofer configuration, Recommendations for Side, Rear, and Center Speaker Stands. Or is this a full range system without subs? Not much to base amp needs on. Lol so that website says, with 2 speakers, 101 sensitively, 1 watt amp power and distance of 12 feet, I'll get 95 decibels of sound. These JTRS are rated down to 30 hz, and I know many tower speakers are and it's always recommended to crossover at 80hz for numerous and various reasons and let the subs do the heavy lifting, but there are towers with 6" drivers rated down to 30hz, and then there's JTRs with dual 12" drivers rated down to 30hz, surely it'll be good to use those 12" drivers and not waste them, I have a MiniDSP to smoothen out response and integrate them with subs, but will 400 wpc be enough for the lower frequencies, surely lower frequencies use more power than that calculator would suggest? Anthem | MCA 525 GEN 2 | Overview (anthemav.com) "Higher Power into More Demanding Loads While most 5-channel amplifiers use a single power supply for front left and right channels and another power supply of the centre and surround, the new MCA 525 GEN 2 shares its two power supplies between all channels. The 2205 has almost twice as large of a Toroidal Transformer (2.0 versus 1.2) and almost triple the Filter Capacitance (150,000uf versus 60,000) as the XPA-5. On paper, the Rotel appears to have less power than my receiver amp but my room is not large and the Rotel plays really loud really clearly. In these Parasound amplifiers both the positive and negative transistors for each channel are always fully on - the definition of Class A operation - up to 8 watts output per channel. Quick view Parasound Halo A52+ 5 Channel Power Amplifier. Next, let's take a look at distortion levels. I would, however, be remiss not to point out that, as astonishingly good as the Anthem sounded in my system, its sonic performance was indistinguishable from that of my Hypex NCore amps. 5-channel power amplifier; 225 watts per channel continuous power into 8 ohms. Yamaha's latest 11-channel power amplifier offers serious amounts of power to drive your Atmos home cinema system, but it also adds in the ability to bridge the front channels to add even more grunt to your two-channel music. Pro amps are often capable of 2 ohm, it's a bit unusual in consumer amps, tho. The Studio 590 uses the technology that JBL engineers developed for pro-audio loudspeakers to deliver accurate, powerful sound to your living room. It DOES NOT compare with the B&K Reference 7250, like at least one reviewer claims. I dont think its an upgrade to get the Anthem if you already own the Parasound though. All I gotta say is WOW! Youll want to keep plenty of space around the MCA 525, as it can get hot in use (although in testing it stayed relatively cool). Obviously, the McIntosh is considerably more then the other two. Or? $11,495. For rig details, see my profile. For your purposes the A5 would probably be better suited, or even an old Arcam P7 / P777. I can't believe they would rate the MCA525 2 ohms, that's not believable, not without caveat. It will be here sometime next week. Great post, looking at the Emotiva, Anthem and ATI two-channel amps myself. Not really an upgrade. Anthem's MCA 525 Power Amplifier is the flagship of the extraordinary MCA range which focuses on a single goal of obtaining leadership through innovation and technology. This robust construction extends to the interior, which uses large, high-quality capacitors and high-current bipolar output transistors, and features a generally tidy signal path. Ill give that a shot to see if that solves things. McIntosh 255 vs Parasound Halo A51 vs Anthem MCA 525, The world's largest high-end audio community. Anthem MCA 225 (Gen 2) 2-Channel Power Amplifier. Nothing here anymore Toss Up, never heard a product from either company that did not sound excellent, sorry, but, well, OK if really pressed, Anthem, just because they make some excellent tube gear. As long as this amplifier isn't expected to perform to the level of a $2000 plus amp and you don't demand high volume from tough-to-drive speakers, this is a wonderful amp. Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Class 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2. All sounds good, I too really enjoy my Parasound amps. This second generation of MCA multi-channel Class A/B power amplifiers builds on that reputation, although represents a complete ground-up redesign of the forgoing MCA series. The Anthem Mca 225 has THD+N of 0.05%, while the Parasound A21 has THD+N of 0.03%. There is a 20% sale off on Anthem right now making the Anthem MCA 525 at $2,799. Obviously, the McIntosh is considerably more then the other two. https://www.anthemav.com/downloads/Anthem-MCA-525-325-225-Gen-2-081020.pdf, https://www.anthemav.com/products-archived/model=mca-525/page=specs, Need help with floorspeakers and subwoofer configuration, Recommendations for Side, Rear, and Center Speaker Stands. It might mean one amp is more capable than another, whether that's better would depend on whether your speakers are of such a design that need it. It It does appear to be very well designed and optimized for very good output. You will go farther in performance doing it this way than the latter. The A51 weighs more and is Class A / AB. You are using an out of date browser. If you are concerned about heat though, want more power (that you may or may not need), and more value while maintaining high build/sounds quality, you could look at one of these: https://www.d-sonic.com/amplifiers/multi-channel/three-channel/ To complement the new AVM 90 and 70 A/V Processors, Anthem introduces the new MCA 525, 325 and 225 GEN 2 power amplifiers. Buy both. Your Yamaha CX-A5100 will work just fine. I read a couple books, suprised I can read huh. Anthem MCA 525 GEN 2 Power Amplifier. That certainly looks splendid, but it would be unwise to arrange them that way. For rig details, see my profile. I'm going to try a Parasound again (HCA-2200ii). Then Anthem is Class AB. Theres also the expected 12V trigger option, as well a useful auto-on facility which powers on the MCA 525 when a signal is sensed. What is the diaphragm made of? The MCA 525 took firm grip of my speakers as the familiar kick-drum beat filled the room, sounding punchy and dynamic, while every resonance of Lindsey Buckinghams dobro guitar played out across a deep front soundstage. I even ended up calling them and leaving a message, and still nothing. Not a great way to scratch the itch. 2. Please Help! I was talking with Polk65 and he said it is not far from where he lives. Anthem's new MCA Power Amplifiers are available in 2, 3 and 5 channel configurations and would be a great match for the AVM70 and AVM90 A/V Processors that we recently previewed. Its easy to fool yourself into thinking expensive amps do magical things with the sound in some mysterious way. "Let our rigorous testing and reviews be your guidelines to A/V equipment not marketing slogans", Get our latest product reviews and AV stories emailed to you weekly. Yeah the future is high quality class-D like the ATI AT525NC (200x5) and others. Obviously, the McIntosh is considerably more then the other two. parasound and anthem are different company, so expect differences in sound. The one notable practical difference was that the MCA 525 has higher voltage gain (29dB) than my amps (26dB), which meant I turned the volume up slightly less for a given SPL. I'll give you fifty bucks. Now Available: Tech Talk Podcast with Scott Wilkinson, Episode 19 Click here for details. I give Parasound a plug, but sorry I haven't heard both. So it seems like all things considered the general opinion is A51 is the better amp, even though its 18 years older in design? another amp in the price range works great with M&K. Anthem's MCA 525 Gen 2 power amplifier is a sophisticated piece of engineering from the Canadians. . Congrats Bill! The JTRs are rated at 2200 watts, the A51 is only 400 watts at 4 ohms so thought it might be short on power. Thank you for the adviceit is appreciated! I know that a Parasound Halo A31 would trump both of them but that is less channels and a little too much coin. MCA 225 features 3 year warranty 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 AV Preamplifier-Processor Improved Advanced Load Monitoring system To complement the NEW AVM 90 and AVM 70 A/V Processors, Anthem introduces the new MCA 525, 325, and 225 GEN 2 power amplifiers. JavaScript is disabled. there's no way to tell the difference without testing it in your system. Available in 5, 3, and 2-channel configurations, these new MCA amplifiers feature more robust and efficient power and heavy-duty reliability. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Rear connections allow both XLRs and RCAs. Anthem seems to be more assosicated with HT use, but the MCA-20 seems to be a pretty healthy 2ch amp, stable down to 2ohm. This means it can deliver huge amounts of power instantly to any channel that demands it. Note that my old Lexicon amp measured as having significantly more balls than its rating. Its worth pausing here briefly to note the quality of the binding posts. The Studio 590 is a perfect complement to You're saying the heat sink is too light? A forum community dedicated to home theater owners and enthusiasts. So yeah, no idea which is better! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Anthem amp will integrate nicely with the MRX receiver, but not necessarily better. Obviously, the McIntosh is considerably more then the other two. company number 03997482, registered in England and Wales. Click here to email us, or call for advice on 0121 224 7300/7401 (9am to 5:30pm GMT Mon-Sat) A51 costs me $4K and I can get A5 for around $3K so does $1K is worth for that extra power and what extra or sound quality I am going to get with that extra money. . Of the three, go with the Parasound A51 to match with the Studios.. Having owned several Paradigm speakers and Parasound amps in different configurations, they are a near perfect match. Your Yamaha CX-A5100 will work just fine. JavaScript is disabled. Surround ADP 590. Studio CC590. Once hooked up, I started my testing with a bit of music via TIDAL Hi-Fi, namely the 2001 remaster of Fleetwood Macs The Chain. It is a beautiful, muscle car of an amplifier, with sports car engineering. "Let our rigorous testing and reviews be your guidelines to A/V equipment not marketing slogans", Get our latest product reviews and AV stories emailed to you weekly. it speaks of thoughtful craftsmanship. I'm very happy with the results. The No. Anthem introduces the new MCA 525, 325 and 225 GEN 2 power amplifiers. Bear in mind when reading this that many speakers have a minimum impedance far lower than the manufacturers stated nominal impedance. Being intended to accompany the new AVM series processors, the MCA 525 Gen 2 has a matching aesthetic, looking essentially identical to the AVMs, sans dial, buttons, and audio format markings. Parasound has a great name but with my AVM-708k this should be a perfect match. So what are you asking for the Parasound?
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