McIntosh DS200

McIntosh DS200

Streaming DAC

The McIntosh DS200 Streaming DAC offers the ultimate solution for those seeking effortless streaming with pristine audio quality.

This user-friendly device provides a variety of built-in casting technologies, enabling music to be streamed directly from smart devices without requiring a special control app or technical skills.

Compatible with Spotify® Connect, TIDAL® Connect, Apple® AirPlay® 2, Bluetooth®, and Google Cast™, the DS200 easily streams playlists during family gatherings or parties.

Equipped with two Wi-Fi antennas and one Bluetooth antenna for stable wireless connections, as well as an Ethernet port for wired connections, the DS200 ensures a seamless streaming experience.

The device is also compatible with Google Assistant, allowing voice control for managing the audio setup.

AUDIOPHILE-GRADE DAC

The digital-to-analogue portion of the DS200 that converts streamed digital music to analogue format that can be played by your amplifier and speakers is powered by a next generation, Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit DAC.

This audiophile-grade DAC features huge dynamic range and low distortion for pristine sound reproduction.

The DAC in the DS200 is also a Roon Ready endpoint device for use with the Roon music player.

Roon brings all your music together and adds tons of data – bios, reviews, photos, lyrics, tour dates, and cross-linked credits for performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and composers.

Roon Ready network devices have Roon streaming technology built in and are certified by Roon to provide the highest level of quality and performance in network streaming.

It has also received Roon Tested certification as it has been profiled by Roon to ensure simple setup and effortless daily use.

GET CONNECTED

In addition to streaming, the DS200 features 8 digital audio inputs to connect audio components with digital audio outputs, such as a CD player or tuner.

It supports high resolution digital audio playback, as its USB input supports native playback of up to DSD512 and DXD up to 384kHz, while the coax and optical inputs can decode digital music up to 24-bit/192kHz.

With its HDMI (ARC) input, the DS200 is perfect for watching your favourite TV shows and movies with audio quality that TV speakers or sound-bars just can’t provide.

Popular multi-channel audio formats from Dolby and DTS will be expertly converted to two-channel audio for proper playback.

The DS200 has a pair of balanced and unbalanced analogue outputs to connect it to your preamplifier or integrated amplifier.

They offer both balanced cables and unbalanced cables to make these connections.

It comes from the factory in fixed output mode, meaning the volume would be controlled by your preamplifier, integrated amplifier, or other component with volume control, but it does offer the option of setting its output to variable mode.

Variable output mode allows the DS200 to be connected directly to a power amplifier in an audio system that only has digital audio sources, and the DS200 would control the volume.

A  T R U E M C I N T O S H  I N EVERY WAY

The DS200 Streaming DAC is designed with timeless McIntosh aesthetics and high-quality materials, such as a black glass front faceplate, rotary control knobs, illuminated logo, and custom machined aluminium end caps.

A Data IN port along with Power Control ports allow for seamless integration with other McIntosh components, while the RS232 Control port can be used in more advanced installations.

A remote control is included.

Experience the ultimate luxury listening experience with the DS200 Streaming DAC today.

MCINTOSH DS200 SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Response
+/-0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
+0.5/-3dB from 5Hz to 60kHz (source
dependent)
Total Harmonic Distortion – 0.005%
Fixed Output Level – 2.0Vrms Unbalanced, 4.0Vrms Balanced
Adjustable Output Level – 0 – 8.0Vrms Unbalanced, 0 – 16.0Vrms Balanced
Signal To Noise Ratio – 100dB
Dynamic Range – 100dB
Output Impedance – 100 ohms Unbalanced and Balanced

CONNECTIVITY

Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Digital Optical Input: 2
Digital USB Input: 1
Digital MCT Input: 1
Digital AES/EBU Input: 1
HDMI Input: 1 (ARC)
Wireless Input – Wi-Fi: a, b, g, n, ac; 2.4/5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.0: AVRCP, A2DP, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL
Streaming Support – Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Roon, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect
Balanced Output: 1 (can be set to either fixed or variable mode)
Unbalanced Output: 1 (can be set to either fixed or variable mode)
Network Connection: 1

DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type – 8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate – 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
Digital Optical Input Sample Rate – 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
Digital MCT Input Sample Rate – 16-bit/44.1kHz (CD), DSD64 (SACD)
Digital USB Input Sample Rate
32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM)
DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512,
DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz

CONTROL

Power Control Input: 1
Power Control Output: 1
Rear Panel Data Input: 1

Rear Panel IR Sensor Input: 1
RS232 Control Input: 1

WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS

Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/2” (44.5cm) x 6” (15.2cm) x 17” (43.2cm)
Unit Weight – 20.5 pounds (9.3 kg)
Shipping Weight – 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)