MCINTOSH MC7108

Pre owned. In good condition. Shows some signs of wear. Without original packaging.

The McIntosh MC7108 is an extremely versatile multichannel amplifier that exemplifies the reliability and sonic quality that have made the American brand a benchmark in high-end audio for decades. Appreciated worldwide by enthusiasts for its ability to deliver clear, powerful, and consistent musical reproduction, McIntosh has built its reputation primarily through amplifiers and preamplifiers, and this model is a concrete confirmation of that legacy, designed especially for advanced home theater applications and complex multichannel systems. The MC7108 adapts with great flexibility to configurations of eight, seven, six, five, or four channels, allowing power to be distributed intelligently according to system requirements, with the option to bridge channels to deliver up to 100 watts per pair, ideal for driving demanding speakers or main channels.

In its standard configuration, the amplifier delivers eight channels at 40 watts each into 4-ohm loads, but it can also be set up with six channels at 40 watts plus one bridged pair at 100 watts, or four channels at 40 watts plus two bridged pairs at 100 watts, up to configurations with two channels at 40 watts and three bridged pairs at 100 watts, or even four fully bridged pairs at 100 watts each. This architecture makes the MC7108 extremely flexible and suitable for customized home theater setups, multi-room systems, or professional installations that require differentiated power and control for each channel.

The front panel maintains the classic McIntosh style with glass and illuminated nomenclature in the characteristic teal and gold colors, while four power indicators show the activity of each channel pair. Power Guard lights on channels one through six constantly monitor the signal to prevent clipping and protect speakers, ensuring clean playback even at high volumes. In the most recent production versions, a power switch is also located on the right side of the front panel.

The rear panel is packed with connections and controls reflecting the amplifier’s modular and professional nature, with dedicated sections for each channel pair. Each section features inputs and outputs, level controls adjustable from 2.5 to 1.0 volts, mode selectors for stereo, mono, or bridged operation, and speaker output terminals. Additionally, there is a 25-pin connector for eight-channel input, Power Control jacks for remote on/off operation, a multi-room connection, local/remote power selectors, a fuse holder, and the power cord. Everything is designed to ensure simple integration, long-term reliability, and performance consistent with McIntosh tradition, making the MC7108 a powerful, flexible, and prestigious solution for high-level multichannel systems.

Technical specifications:

• Power output: 25 W per channel into 8 Ω (stereo); 100 W into 4 Ω (mono)
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Total harmonic distortion: 0.005%
• Damping factor: 200
• Input sensitivity: 1 V
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 92 dB
• Speaker load impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω
• Dimensions: 179 x 445 x 508 mm
• Weight: 18.1 kg