Anthem MCA 525 Gen2 Power Amplifier

Name: Anthem MCA 525 Gen2 Power Amplifier
Brand: Anthem
Price: 6999.00 NZD
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Pure performance, pure value

The Anthem MCA 525 Gen2 is a Canadian-engineered, 5-channel Class AB power amplifier designed for high-performance home theater and music systems. Delivering 225 watts per channel into 8 ohms, it combines immense power with ultra-low distortion and a superb 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio.

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Specifications

Power Output: Continuous 20 Hz to 20 kHz, <1% THD
8 ohms: 225 W
4 ohms: 400 W
2 ohms: 600 W

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%

Frequency Response, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
8 Ω: ± 0.1 dB
4 Ω: ± 0.1 dB
2 Ω: ± 0.2 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 / XLR: 10 kΩ / 15 kΩ
Input Sensitivity, 225 W into 8 Ω: 1.5 Vrms
Voltage Gain: 29 dB

Power Requirements
Standby: 2.0 W
Idle: 80 W
Typical: 550 W
High-Output: 1200 W

Dimensions
Height: 6.9 cm
Rackmounted Height: 4U
Width: 43.8 cm
Depth: 46 cm

Weight: 27.5 kg

Anthem's MCA 525 Gen 2 is a classy piece of kit and a highly accomplished performer.

Home Cinema Choice

Rugged power

Built with premium components—toroidal transformers, high-current output transistors, oversized heatsinks, and dual binding posts, the MCA 525 offers both authority and refinement. Advanced Load Monitoring™ ensures protection and reliability, while flexible connectivity (RCA/XLR inputs, trigger options) and efficient power modes make it easy to integrate. Rugged yet refined, the MCA 525 Gen2 is a powerhouse amplifier crafted for clean, dynamic, and detailed sound.

The Anthem MCA 525 GEN 2 stands out as a refined, high-output, and robust multi-channel amplifier built for critics and enthusiasts alike. Its combination of power, accuracy, and low noise—plus thoughtful engineering—makes it an excellent match for high-fidelity home theater or stereo systems demanding both authority and finesse.

Overall Anthem's MCA 525 Gen 2 is a classy piece of kit and a highly accomplished performer. Some might bemoan the limited number of channels at this price, but no-one can doubt the capabilities. It's built like a tank but drives like a Ferrari, resulting in a winning combination of raw power and sonic finesse.

The MCA 525 is specced to output a very powerful 225W, and it sounds it. Not only that, its level of musicality is as good as or better than anything in its price class, and it will even challenge some more expensive amps. The MCA 525 may look unpretentious, but don’t underestimate it. Its excellent all-around performance makes it my favorite midpriced multichannel amp.