McCormack DNA1 power ratings


Lately I've seen 2 different power ratings for this amplifier. One is 150 wpc and the other is 185 wpc into 8 ohms. Is there a difference between the two or did McCormack beef up the amp a few years after release?
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Showing 1 response by stevemcx

I originally rated the DNA-1 at 150W per channel just because I am conservative about this sort of thing. The design of the DNA-1 did not change, but the marketing folks did decide to change the power spec to more accurately reflect the amp's power at clipping. Most DNA-1s will hit clipping at about 185 - 190 Watts into 8 Ohms, but quite a few will put out over 200 Watts.

Best regards,

Steve McCormack
McCormack Audio
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