Description
McIntosh MA252 Integrated Amplifier with Sonus faber Lumina II Amator Speakers
Italian Craftsmanship Meets American Amplification
This premium bundle combines the McIntosh MA252 Integrated Amplifier with a pair of Sonus faber Lumina II Amator bookshelf speakers. It brings together McIntosh hybrid amplification and the refined craftsmanship of Sonus faber to create an elegant two channel system for music enthusiasts.
McIntosh Hybrid Drive Technology
The MA252 combines a vacuum tube preamplifier with a direct coupled solid state power amplifier. Two 12AX7A and two 12AT7 vacuum tubes provide the preamplification, while the solid state output stage delivers power, control and immediate operating performance.
Powerful Two Channel Performance
The MA252 delivers 100 W per channel into 8 ohms or 160 W per channel into 4 ohms. Advanced high current output transistors are connected to McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks, allowing the amplifier to reach peak operating condition as soon as it is switched on.
Sonus faber Lumina II Amator
The Lumina II Amator is a passive 2 way bookshelf speaker that builds upon the original Lumina II with upgraded crossover technology and improved performance. The Amator name represents a special Sonus faber tradition associated with unique and engaging loudspeaker designs.
Designed and Made in Italy
Crafted at the Sonus faber factory in Vicenza, Italy, the Lumina II Amator combines wood and leather with the clean squared form of the Lumina collection. New front panels feature 45 degree woodgrain lacquered veneers for a distinctive and sophisticated presentation.
Refined Driver Integration
A 29 mm high definition DAD soft dome tweeter is viscoelastically decoupled from the baffle and partnered with a 150 mm paper cone mid and bass driver. The vented enclosure supports a balanced and engaging presentation across the frequency range.
Upgraded Crossover Technology
The crossover network incorporates solutions derived from the development of the Sonus faber Amati G5 and Guarneri G5. Its 2600 Hz crossover point represents an 800 Hz increase over the original Lumina II, with optimised amplitude and phase response for precise spatial and timing performance.
Power Guard Speaker Protection
McIntosh Power Guard monitors the amplifier output for signs of excessive drive and makes real time adjustments to prevent harsh clipping that could damage the speakers. If Power Guard activates, the vacuum tubes associated with the affected channel illuminate amber before returning to green when clipping has stopped.
Flexible Analogue Connectivity
The MA252 provides two unbalanced inputs, one balanced input and one Moving Magnet phono input for a turntable. Each input can be assigned a custom name, while bass, treble, balance and input offset controls allow the system to be tailored to personal preferences.
Expand Your Listening System
A full range subwoofer output allows a powered subwoofer to be added for extended low frequency performance. A High Drive headphone amplifier provides a dedicated option for private listening, while the included remote control offers convenient access to essential settings.
Your Choice of Speaker Finish
Choose Red, Wenge or Walnut from the speaker-colour dropdown. Each option includes the McIntosh MA252 amplifier and a matching pair of Lumina II Amator speakers at the listed bundle price.
KEY FEATURES:
- McIntosh MA252 Hybrid Drive Integrated Amplifier
- Pair of Sonus faber Lumina II Amator bookshelf speakers
- Vacuum tube preamplifier with solid state power amplification
- Two 12AX7A and two 12AT7 vacuum tubes
- 100 W per channel into 8 ohms
- 160 W per channel into 4 ohms
- McIntosh Power Guard technology
- McIntosh Sentry Monitor protection
- McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks
- Two unbalanced analogue inputs
- One balanced analogue input
- Moving Magnet phono input
- Full range subwoofer output
- High Drive headphone amplifier
- Bass and treble tone controls
- Gold plated speaker binding posts
- Remote control and OLED display
- Sonus faber 2 way vented bookshelf speaker design
- 29 mm high definition DAD soft dome tweeter
- Viscoelastically decoupled tweeter assembly
- 150 mm paper cone mid and bass driver
- Upgraded crossover network at 2600 Hz
- Optimised amplitude and phase response
- Speakers made in Vicenza, Italy
- Speaker finishes include Red, Wenge and Walnut high gloss multilayer wood with black leather
