DNA-HT5

About the DNA-HT5

The McCormack DNA-HT5 is a five-channel amplifier designed for home theater and multi-channel music applications. It delivers 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 250 watts per channel into 4 ohms with less than 1% total harmonic distortion (THD) across the full audio spectrum (20 Hz to 20 kHz). The amplifier features a high input impedance of 100 kOhms, input sensitivity of 1.0 Vrms, and a voltage gain of 30.5 dB. Its frequency response extends from 0.5 Hz to 200 kHz (-3 dB), with a signal-to-noise ratio of 98 dB and very low harmonic distortion of 0.05% at 1 kHz. The DNA-HT5 is noted for its rich, warm sound with sweet upper frequencies and natural midrange liquidity, avoiding typical solid-state amplifier harshness. It supports remote turn-on via a 12V trigger and is housed in a 19" W x 7 3/8" H x 15" D chassis weighing 65 lbs. Power consumption is 80 watts at idle and up to 1500 watts at clipping. The amplifier is designed to power the five main surround speakers in a home theater setup, with unbalanced RCA inputs only. It is praised for its no-compromise sound quality, combining the strengths of solid-state and tube amplifiers without their weaknesses, and for its ability to create an immersive surround sound field. The DNA-HT5 is a rare, high-end amplifier with a new price around and is suitable for demanding speakers and audiophile home theater systems.