[Puroplatino]

I understand. Thanks

 

[vo_obgyn]

In fact you could. The MHA200 has a pre-out so you simply drop it into an input on the 150

Jason, there are only inputs on the back of the MHA200, right? Where is the MHA200 pre-out you are talking about?

 

[TSAVJason]

Jason, there are only inputs on the back of the MHA200, right? Where is the MHA200 pre-out you are talking about?

So you use the headphone balanced out. In some applications you would use the MHA200 in Unity mode

 

[Puroplatino]

Just bi-wire using the 1.25kw …… much better end result. The 451 & 901 are great if you’re using very bright speakers that need calming

Yeah I have no complaints using the 1.25’s but would love tubes for the top end. It makes a small but enjoyable difference. I’ll probably end up with a pair of MC2301’s which I have my eye on used locally… I just didn’t want to spend that much for such a small frequency range and minimal impact but who knows they may be game changers… I’ll let you know if I pull the trigger. Cheers mate

 

[TSAVJason]

Yeah I have no complaints using the 1.25’s but would love tubes for the top end. It makes a small but enjoyable difference. I’ll probably end up with a pair of MC2301’s which I have my eye on used locally… I just didn’t want to spend that much for such a small frequency range and minimal impact but who knows they may be game changers… I’ll let you know if I pull the trigger. Cheers mate

2301’s are likely going away soon. It’s going to be updated but it’s an awesome tube power amp

 

[vo_obgyn]

So you use the headphone balanced out. In some applications you would use the MHA200 in Unity mode

Thanks Jason. I can see where the MHA200 volume control could be kept at unity gain and then a preamp could be connected to the MHA200 inputs. Then, one could use the preamp volume control for MHA200 headphone listening.

I have to admit, I have never considered the MHA200 as a preamp which would connect downstream to an amp using the balanced (headphone) out. I just assumed that the MHA200 outputs were just for headphones. Never thought to think "outside the box."

 

[AppleheadMay]

2301’s are likely going away soon. It’s going to be updated but it’s an awesome tube power amp

Hi Jason,

Do you know if using the XLR inputs on this amp sounds louder than using the RCA ones?

 

[TSAVJason]

Hi Jason,

Do you know if using the XLR inputs on this amp sounds louder than using the RCA ones?

Always! It results in a lower noise floor. Think of it this way, RCA has an antenna effect. The 3rd wire in an XLR acts like a rejection to that. Depending on what’s in the system it can manifest as louder

 

[TSAVJason]

The MHA200 is now available online!
McIntosh has allowed Authorized Online Dealers to sell these online. We are authorized to sell them online within the US contiguous States, Hawaii and PR. and we have them in-stock! …… Finally

 

[Puroplatino]

Quick question for you. Can the MHA200 power the Abyss Diana V2 cans? How is the power as compared to a solid state amp? It might now be enough for the Susvara but can you give me your thoughts? Even in PM if necessary as I am aware you can’t reply on the thread. Thank you in advance. Best Regards

Zoom app is spyware... not for me. Perhaps they can do one over Webex.

 

[Puroplatino]

I am using iPad Pro next to the MHA200 for streaming music and noticed the scratching sound. Not a big deal for me so I didn't mention it until I saw this post.

Hello.
Is there enough power from the MHA200 to power the Abyss Diana’s there? What model are they? Are they the V2, PHI or TC? How does it power them? Feel the need for more power? Thanks in advance for answering.
Cheers,
Enrico

 

[NoTimeFor]

Few nights ago, I accidentally yanked my headphone cable causing aruptly pulling out 1/4 inch stereo plug. After that event, I lost right channel. Tested using 3 headphones I have. I haven't tried any balance connections if the same problem exists since I do not own any balanced cables. Anyway, I brought the amp to my hifi store, an authorized mc dealer and they said they will look at it. I got a phone call yesterday from them and they said both channels have sound but it has statics. They recommend to send the amp to McIntosh to get serviced. Since the amp is out of warranty so I will need to pay whatever it costs to fix I suppose. Do you guys think I should send the amp or seek alternative?

 

[NoTimeFor]

Hello.
Is there enough power from the MHA200 to power the Abyss Diana’s there? What model are they? Are they the V2, PHI or TC? How does it power them? Feel the need for more power? Thanks in advance for answering.
Cheers,
Enrico

I use mha200 with Diana Phi. Sounds wonderful when my amp was working that is

 

[TSAVJason]

Hello.
Is there enough power from the MHA200 to power the Abyss Diana’s there? What model are they? Are they the V2, PHI or TC? How does it power them? Feel the need for more power? Thanks in advance for answering.
Cheers,
Enrico

If you’re a loud listener then the answer is probably not. If you’re a moderate level listener than yes, no problem

 

[Puroplatino]

If you’re a loud listener then the answer is probably not. If you’re a moderate level listener than yes, no problem

It actually works fine with the Diana V2