MP301 MKIII

About the MP301 MKIII

The Musical Paradise MP-301 MKIII is a deluxe version of the popular MP-301 tube amplifier series, featuring improvements such as better PCB layout, separate filament power supplies for left and right channels, and improved signal-to-noise ratio. It supports a variety of output tubes including 6L6 (6P3P), KT66, 5881, EL34, KT77, KT88, and 6550 with an auto biasing design that eliminates manual adjustment. The amplifier delivers 6.5W per channel into speakers and 2W per channel into headphones, with output impedance ranging from 4 to 8 ohms for speakers and 32 to 600 ohms for headphones. It is built with high-grade components including US Military Vishay Dale resistors, RIFA 450, Rubycon, Philips BC, and Nichicon capacitors, 24K gold plated input/output terminals, and transformers made with oxygen-free copper wire and Japanese silicon core. The MP-301 MKIII offers a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, total harmonic distortion less than or equal to 1% at 1kHz, and a signal-to-noise ratio of 89dB. It weighs 10 kg and measures 20cm (W) x 26cm (L) x 16cm (H). The amplifier is praised for its warm, smooth midrange and vocal performance, making it suitable for audiophiles seeking a rich and dynamic sound. It includes a headphone output with a switch to toggle between headphones and speakers. The unit is designed for worldwide AC input voltage compatibility (110-120V / 220-240V, 50-60Hz). The MP-301 MKIII is not discontinued and continues to be available in the market.