Moon MC - 8/3

Available in configurations from 2 to 7 channels, the MOON MC-8 was designed with one overwhelming goal in mind: uncompromising reproduction of both the massive dynamics and awe inspiring sonics that accompany today's uncompressed multi-channel audio recordings (Blu-Ray). To accomplish this feat and the numerous engineering challenges that go with it, a whole new approach to the design of multi-channel amplification was required.

Relying on many technologies found in our highly-acclaimed Evolution Series power amplifiers, numerous physical and electrical constraints had to be overcome to create a multi-channel amplifier where all 7 channels would be capable of identically staggering performance. The result is the MC-8 which can produce a maximum continuous power output of 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 500 watts per channel into 4 ohms and 1000 watts per channel into 2 ohms, generating a mind-numbing ultra-high-current output signal of 280 amperes spread across 7 channels.

The MC-8 is leaps beyond of anything else available, even our own MOON Titan. A quick listen will reveal a level of sound purity, sheer power and limitless dynamics that no other multi-channel power amplifier has ever been able to attain, let alone hint at. The MOON MC-8 is a genuine masterpiece, a technological tour-de-force, and a colossal achievement that has no equal.

Significant Design Features

An enormous power supply featuring a proprietary toroidal transformer design that allows for astonishing dynamics from Blu-Ray soundtracks · The world’s first and only multi-channel amplifier capable of simultaneously handling 7 channels of uncompressed audio without any dynamic compression · Class “A” output to 5 watts for greater efficiency and refined sonics at typical listening levels · Balanced differential circuitry · Extremely fast circuitry for real-time amplification · Modular circuit design using plug-in cards for the addition/removal of channels “in the field” · Virtually non-existent intermodulation distortion · Precision-matched high-current output devices which provide for unlimited current into any known speaker load, as well as superb linearity throughout the entire audio frequency spectrum · A very high damping factor which yields extremely tight, accurate and fast reproduction of bass notes · Ultra rigid chassis construction to minimize the effects of external vibrations · Accurate matching of the highest quality electronic components · RS-232 port for full custom external control · 12 Volt trigger for remote operation · Very short signal path for a faster transient response · Requires a 220-240V AC power outlet · Pure copper circuit board tracings with extremely low impedance characteristics · Designed to remain powered up at all times for optimal performance · Low operating temperature for an exceptionally long life.