{"product_id":"mca-525-gen-2","title":"Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-560\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1313 citation-end-1313\"\u003eReference 5-Channel Power Amplification Meets State-of-the-Art Canadian Engineering\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"2\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eInspiration drawn from uncompromising cinematic and audiophile performance meets ultra-modern multi-channel audio innovation. The \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"130\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eAnthem MCA 525 Gen 2\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-performance 5-channel Class AB power amplifier, designed to deliver high-current power for 5-channel surround setups or to power the main bed channels in full reference home theater configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-561\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1312 citation-end-1312\"\u003eHoused in a sleek black chassis featuring a modernized front panel designed to aesthetically match Anthem’s AVM series processors, the MCA 525 Gen 2 pairs refined Canadian craftsmanship with Anthem's most advanced amplifier topology.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eEngineering Marvel: Unprecedented Signal Purity, Massive Current Reserves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-562\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eDon't let its clean exterior deceive you. \u003cspan class=\"citation-1311\"\u003eUnder the hood, the MCA 525 Gen 2 features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"85\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1311\"\u003e8 high-current bipolar output devices per channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1311 citation-end-1311\"\u003e powered by custom low-noise, dual high-power toroidal transformers.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"4\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1310 citation-end-1310\"\u003eRe-engineered to eliminate excess internal cabling, it provides a direct signal path with an ultra-quiet 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio and exceptional dynamic headroom.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"5\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Performance \u0026amp; Technological Innovations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-563\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e5-Channel High-Current Output:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1309 citation-end-1309\"\u003eDelivers 225 Watts continuous per channel into 8 Ohms, 400 Watts into 4 Ohms, and up to 600 Watts into demanding 2 Ohm loads.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"6\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e8 Bipolar Devices Per Channel:\u003c\/b\u003e Spreads thermal and electrical load across multiple devices to drastically reduce stress, yielding lower distortion and improved long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eNext-Gen ALM™ (Advanced Load Monitoring):\u003c\/b\u003e Actively monitors internal temperature, current, and voltage without placing fuses directly in the signal path, keeping your amplifier and speakers protected without altering sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-564\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eDual Low-Flux Toroidal Transformers:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1308 citation-end-1308\"\u003eShared across all five channels to deliver instant bursts of full power across dynamic peaks without sacrificing channel separation.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"7\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003eSeamless Turn-On Modes:\u003c\/b\u003e Flexible trigger-in\/out, signal sensing, or manual power options with eco-friendly 2.0W standby power consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-565\" data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003eCustom Oversized Binding Posts:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1307 citation-end-1307\"\u003eHeavy-duty audiophile binding posts ensure maximum contact area and a secure grip on heavy-gauge speaker cables.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"8\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eAudition the Anthem Experience at Brisbane HiFi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-566\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eSound this visceral, detailed, and dynamic needs to be heard and felt in person. \u003cspan class=\"citation-1306 citation-end-1306\"\u003eFrom the lightning-fast speed of dynamic soundtrack peaks to the delicate, dead-silent noise floor required for high-resolution audio, the MCA 525 Gen 2 sets a benchmark for multi-channel power amplification.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"9\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eAt Brisbane HiFi, our dedicated audition spaces offer the ideal setting to experience the Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2. Whether you are building a high-power 5.1 system or pairing it with an Anthem AVM processor for an immersive Dolby Atmos rig, our expert audio team is here to guide your audition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0\"\u003eExperience Living Art:\u003c\/b\u003e Visit the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"33\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0\"\u003eBrisbane HiFi\u003c\/b\u003e showroom to hear the Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 in person, or speak with our team about custom home theatre design and system integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-567\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003ePower Output (Continuous RMS, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, \u0026lt;1% THD):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1305 citation-end-1305\"\u003e225 W @ 8 Ω | 400 W @ 4 Ω | 600 W @ 2 Ω\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"10\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-568\" data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1304 citation-end-1304\"\u003e120 dB (IEC-A, ref. 225 W)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"11\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-569\" data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion (THD):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1303 citation-end-1303\"\u003e0.0010% @ 100W (1 kHz) | 0.015% @ 100W (20 kHz)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"12\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-570\" data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1302 citation-end-1302\"\u003e20 Hz to 20 kHz (\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"13\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"37\" data-math=\"\\pm 0.1\\text{ dB}\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm 0.1\\text{ dB}$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1301 citation-end-1301\"\u003e)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"14\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-571\" data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003ePower Bandwidth:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1300 citation-end-1300\"\u003e90 kHz (-3 dB at 200 W into 8 ohms)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"15\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003eSlew Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"11\" data-math=\"30\\text{ V\/}\\mu\\text{s}\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$30\\text{ V\/}\\mu\\text{s}$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-572\" data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003eDamping Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1299 citation-end-1299\"\u003e300 (20 Hz to 1 kHz)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"16\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-573\" data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003eInputs:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1298 citation-end-1298\"\u003e5 x Balanced XLR Inputs, 5 x Unbalanced RCA Inputs, 1 x 3.5mm Trigger In\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"17\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-574\" data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1297 citation-end-1297\"\u003e5 x Oversized Speaker Binding Post Pairs, 1 x 3.5mm Trigger Out\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"18\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-575\" data-path-to-node=\"16,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,9,0\"\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1296 citation-end-1296\"\u003e2.0W (Standby), 80W (Idle), 550W (Typical), 1200W (High Output)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"19\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-576\" data-path-to-node=\"16,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,10,0\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1295 citation-end-1295\"\u003e439mm x 169mm x 460mm (4U Rackmount compatible)\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"20\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fab83a66c1848734-577\" data-path-to-node=\"16,11,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,11,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1294 citation-end-1294\"\u003e27.5 kg\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"21\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e1 x Anthem MCA 525 Gen 2 Power Amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e1 x 3.5mm Trigger Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e1 x Power Cable (Australian Mains)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003eQuick Start \u0026amp; Safety Documentation\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44627702350116,"sku":"","price":5999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6146\/3588\/files\/MCA-525-Gen-2_-_FRONT__70418.webp?v=1784855157","url":"https:\/\/brisbanehifi.com.au\/ar\/products\/mca-525-gen-2","provider":"Brisbane HiFi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}