Description

• 200 watts x 2 channels into 2, 4, or 8 ohms
• total harmonic distortion: 0.005% at 20-20,000 Hz
• frequency response: 10-100,000 Hz (+0, -3dB)
• signal-to-noise ratio: 95dB (line level), 82dB (phono MM) 80dB (phono MC), 113dB (power amp)
• wide-band damping factor: greater than 40
• DA1 Digital Audio Module can be replaced by future modules to update receiver with the latest digital audio technologies
  • module is equipped with an 8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz Quad Balanced DAC
• AM/FM tuner with 20 presets per radio band
• built-in High Drive headphone amplifier
• large power transformer with multiple filter capacitors and regulated power supply ensures stable, noise-free operation
• patented McIntosh output Autoformers ensure every connected speaker receives full power regardless of its impedance
• patented McIntosh Power Guard circuit prevents amplifier clipping to protect speakers
• Sentry Monitor and Thermal Protection circuits provide long amplifier operating life and protection against overheating
• Home Theater Pass Through mode allows receiver's amplifier to become part of a multichannel sound system
• fiber optic illuminated glass front panel for a beautiful appearance and long-term durability
• adjustable front-panel display brightness settings
• illuminated power meters (with illumination on/off settings)
• handcrafted at McIntosh's Binghamton, New York factory

Inputs:

• digital audio inputs on DA1 module:
• USB (Type B) input for connection to a computer
  • supports high-res PCM files up to 32-bit/284kHz, DSD files up to 11.2 MHz, and DXD files
• 2 optical and 2 coaxial inputs
  • supported bit depth and sample rates: up to 24-bit/192kHz
• proprietary "MCT" input for connecting compatible McIntosh components like a McIntosh MCT450 stereo/SACD/CD transport
• analog audio inputs:
• 1 set of balanced stereo XLR inputs
• 5 stereo RCA audio inputs
• separate RCA phono inputs for moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges
  • adjustable input impedance loading for optimum sonic performance with a range of MC cartridges (50-, 100-, 200-, 400-, and 1000-ohm settings)

Outputs:

• custom McIntosh gold-plated binding-post speaker connectors with 2-ohm, 4-ohm, and 8-ohm output taps to match speaker impedance
• full-size headphone output (100-600 ohms recommended impedance)
• RCA preamp out/power amp input jacks

Other Info and Specs:

• bass and treble controls with tone control circuitry bypass settings for each individual input source
• Power Control output provides convenient turn-on/off of McIntosh source components
• 6 Data Ports provide remote control of connected McIntosh source components
• RS-232 input for use with external controllers
• IR in and 12-volt triggers