Completely Redesigned
The new MCA GEN 2 series greatly reduces the use of internal cabling for a much smoother circuit path for pure, unobstructed audio performance. The use of low-flux toroidal transformers and improved input transistors provide a greater sense of transparency, even with dynamically complex material.
We’ve also improved other performance benchmarks including power bandwidth and slew rate. With a signal-to-noise ratio of 120 dB, background noise is practically nonexistent, leaving you with just pure natural sound reproduction.
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 center and surround, the new MCA 525 GEN 2 shares its two power supplies between all channels. The result is full bursts of power – instantly – without affecting channel separation.
Engineered for Reliability
Green “Standby” Power ConsumptionThe new MCA GEN 2 Amplifiers use Anthem’s years of experience to “engineer out” common amplifier gremlins.
In addition to the reduced inrush current, these new MCA GEN 2 Amplifiers only use between 1-2W in “standby” mode. As with all Anthem amplifiers, they can be switched on manually, via trigger, or by sensing an input signal. New, larger, more conductive audiophile binding posts have been added to maximize contact and maintain a firm grip on the speaker cable. If you’re in the market for cutting-edge audio component separates, Anthem’s new MCA GEN 2 Amplifiers balance the complex dynamics of today’s most demanding multi-channel media with the rare finesse required to satisfy the audiophile in you. MCA GEN 2 Amps provide an abundance of conservatively rated power into demanding low impedance loads, incredible reliability, and a new design aesthetic that matches our sleek new AVM A/V Processors.
Next generation Advanced Load Monitoring™ Technology
Exclusive ALM™ technology monitors internal temperature, current =and voltage to ensure safe and uninterrupted long-term operation, all the while eliminating the need for internal fuses. ALM™ is not in the signal path, so it never gets in the way. Instead, ALM engages instantly, but only in the most extreme circumstances, to protect your amplifier (and speakers) from damage.
This new generation ALM™ lowers the chance of a line fuse blowing during an over-current condition. Should a fault condition arise, unaffected channels continue to play and all-channel operation resumes automatically once conditions are back to normal. The LED on the front panel confirms status at all times.
Design
At Anthem, we have one simple goal – to design, engineer, and manufacture audio/video products that deliver premium performance and convenience at a reasonable price. We do this by spending thousands of hours selecting and testing components, carefully designing our own circuit topologies, and backing them with robust power supplies that ensure maximum long-term quality and reliability. We achieve this with our team at the Paradigm/Anthem Research Center and their decades of combined experience.
Limitless Possibilities
Today’s premium home theaters need support for as many as 15 speakers and 4 subwoofers to handle the latest Dolby Atmos and DTS:X object-oriented audio codecs. Pair an AVM 70 or AVM 90 A/V Processor with a stack of MCA amplifiers and you’ll hear the sound that rivals the best commercial cinemas.
MCA’s scalability means you can purchase only the channels you need to power your vision of home entertainment. AVM Processors can now manage configurations up to 15.4 channels (up from 11.2) with ARC Genesis Room Correction ensuring the best possible sound at every seat. And you won’t need to hide your gear from view.
Anthem’s modernized design extends to every component in the MCA and AVM lines. All MCA power amps are Crafted in Canada.
Massive Toroidal Power
MCA amplifiers deliver incredible dynamics thanks to massive “audiophile approved” conservatively rated power supplies designed with high rail voltages.
Low flux toroidal power transformers ensure ultra-quiet performance by minimizing stray magnetic field radiation. This provides the pure, clean, low-noise power that is needed to reproduce the full dynamics of home theater and the most complex and dynamic music recordings.
Massive Toroidal Power
MCA amplifiers deliver incredible dynamics thanks to massive “audiophile approved” conservatively rated power supplies designed with high rail voltages.
Low flux toroidal power transformers ensure ultra-quiet performance by minimizing stray magnetic field radiation. This provides the pure, clean, low-noise power that is needed to reproduce the full dynamics of home theater and the most complex and dynamic music recordings.
THE ANTHEM ADVANTAGE
Backed by over 35 years of home-grown, hands-on design, and innovative audio engineering experience, Anthem products provide an unprecedented level of reliability and functionality; delivering one of the industry’s highest performance/price ratios. This is just one reason why Anthem electronics are the choice of knowledgeable audiophiles, professional musicians, and engineers the world over.
Design: High Performance Stereo Power Amplifier
225 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.015% THD with 2 channels driven
400 watts per channel into 4 ohms
600 watts per channel into 2 ohms
Class AB design with 8 high-current bipolar output transistors per channel for lower distortion
Low-noise, high-power toroidal transformer for stable, noise-free performance
High-quality filter capacitors and advanced power supply regulators
Advanced Load Monitoring technology monitors internal temperature, current, and voltage to ensure safe, uninterrupted operation
3-way on/off operation: manual, triggered, or signal-sensing auto on/off
Stereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs
Custom-designed binding post terminals accept bare wire, banana plugs, and spades
3.5mm trigger in/out jacks allow the amplifier to be turned on or off remotely
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in Canada
Detachable Power Cable: Improve the sound by upgrading to an Isotek power cable. Browse your upgrade options here
General
THD at 100 W
1 kHz: 0.0010%
20 kHz: 0.015%
IMD at 100 W
ITU-R (19 kHz + 20 kHz): 0.0005%
SMPTE (60 Hz + 7 kHz): 0.002%
SNR, IEC-A, ref. 225 W: 120 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ± 0.1 dB
Power Bandwidth, -3 dB at 200 W into 8 ohms: 90 kHz
Slew Rate: 30 V/μs
Damping Factor, 20 Hz to 1 kHz: 300
Channel Separation, 100 Hz to 10 kHz: >65 dB
Input Impedance: RCA - 10 kΩ; XLR - 15 kΩ
Input Sensitivity, 225 W into 8 Ω: 1.5 Vrms
Voltage Gain: 29 dB
Power Consumption
Standby: 1.0 Watt
Idle: 35 Watts
Typical: 240 Watts
High Output: 500 Watts
Dimensions (WxHxD): 438 x 169 x 460mm
Weight: 18 kg
Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 Years
