McIntosh MC402 . Too Bridge or not too Bridge ??


The McIntosh MC402 is an incredible power amplifier. I am thinking about getting another one to bridge into mono blocks.

Other than just more sheer power, is bridging the McIntosh MC402 into mono blocks worth doing ?

What are the benefits and rewards in bridging MC402 amps ?

Any experiences first hand ?

Thank you to all.
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Showing 1 response by stanleys

I have a pair of Thiel 7.2 which were driven by the MC402 for a long time. Recently I experiemented bridging the MC402 (closely following the user guide and using a set of jumper wires), and powering only one speaker. The difference was a noticeable jump in dynamics, bass, sound separation, and overall more fun to listen to. Because I only have one MC402, I don't know what it would be like having two of them bridged as monos, but I am sure they will be great with my Thiel 7.2.