McIntosh MDA200

£4,995.00

The McIntosh MDA200 is a stand-alone, outboard D/A Converter that can easily be added to home audio systems of various sizes, ages, and configurations.

McIntosh MDA200 D/A Converter

  • Premium Digital Performance
  • Add digital music playback to an all analog system or replace an older, outdated converter
  • Comes with DA2 Digital Audio Module installed
  • Supports up to DSD512 and 24-bit/192kHz
  • 7 digital inputs: 2 coax, 2 optical, 1 USB, 1 MCT, 1 HDMI (ARC)
  • Balanced and unbalanced analogue outputs

Premium Digital Performance.

The MDA200 D/A Converter from McIntosh provides premium digital music capabilities. It can add digital music listening to an otherwise all analogue home audio system, or it can also be a useful upgrade to an older D/A Converter that has become outdated and needs to be replaced so you can achieve better playback performance and enjoy current features. It is a stand-alone, outboard D/A Converter that can easily be added to home audio systems of various sizes, ages, and configurations.

At the heart of the McIntosh MDA200 is the McIntosh DA2 Digital Audio Module. The DA2 has 7 digital audio inputs: 2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB and 1 MCT (for use with the McIntosh MCT series of SACD/CD Transports), and 1 audio-only HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)1 connection. The DA2 is powered by a next generation, Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit Digital-to-Analogue Converter (DAC). This audiophile-grade DAC features improved dynamic range and improved total harmonic distortion. The DA2 supports high resolution digital audio playback, as the 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.

The HDMI (ARC) input allows TVs with a compatible HDMI (ARC) output to be connected to your home stereo system to bring a new level of audio performance to your TV and movie watching that TV speakers or soundbars just can’t provide. Popular multi-channel audio formats from Dolby® and DTS® are supported and will be expertly converted to 2-channel audio for proper playback.

The DA2 has received Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs, which can be especially useful if you have an extensive library of digital music. As a Roon Tested partner, McIntosh has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers, and shared information about its design and capabilities.

Additionally, since digital music formats and technologies change and improve over time, it is possible to replace the DA2 in the MDA200 with a newer Digital Audio Module should one be introduced in the future. This protects your investment in the MDA200 and provides peace of mind that it can be enjoyed as a valuable part of your home entertainment system for many years to come.

To connect the MDA200 to your sound system’s preamplifier or integrated amplifier, it has a pair of both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs. McIntosh offers both balanced cables and unbalanced cables to make these connections.

When used in variable output mode, volume could be changed via the front panel ADJUST knob or with the supplied remote control.
The McIntosh MDA200 comes from the factory in fixed output mode, but it does offer the option of setting its output to variable mode. This provides the ability to directly connect the MDA200 to a power amplifier in an audio system that only has digital audio sources; no other preamplifier would be needed in this setup. Volume could then be changed via the front panel ADJUST knob or with the supplied remote control.

McIntosh MDA200 Specifications

Number of Channels – 2
Total Harmonic Distortion – 0.005%
Frequency Response – +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz, +0, -3dB from 5Hz to 60kHz (Source dependent)
Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced) – 4.0V RMS / 2V RMS (Fixed Output), 0-16V RMS / 0-8V RMS (Adjustable Output)
Signal To Noise Ratio – 100dB
Dynamic Range – 100dB
Output Impedance – 100 Ohms (Balanced and Unbalanced)

Connectivity
Digital Coaxial Input – 2
Digital Optical Input – 2
Digital MCT Input – 1
Digital USB Input – 1
HDMI (ARC) Input – 1
Balanced Output – 1
Unbalanced Output – 1

Control
Data Input – 1
Data Output – 1
Power Control Input – 1
Power Control Output – 1
Rear Panel IR Sensor Input – Yes
RS232 Control Input – Yes

General Specifications
Output Meters – No
Vacuum Tube or Solid State – Solid State
Power Consumption (On) – 35 Watts

Weights & Dimensions
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) – 17-1/2″ (44.45cm) x 3-7/8″ (9.8cm) x 15-11/16″ (39.95cm)
Unit Weight – 13.5 lbs (6.1 kg)
Shipping Weight – 28 lbs (12.7 kg)

 

Brand

McIntosh

McIntosh Heritage Founded in 1949 by Frank McIntosh and Gordon Gow McIntosh is known for offering distinguished home audio systems that deliver the ultimate experience in music and film. Offering products for two-channel stereo sound systems and multi-channel home theaters with surround sound, McIntosh continues to define the ultimate home audio entertainment experience for discriminating listeners around the world. Their iconic blue Watt output meter is globally recognised as a symbol of quality home audio. With a McIntosh home stereo system or home theater, listeners have the ability to create their own luxury audio experience – and truly live their music. McIntosh products are designed and handcrafted at their Binghamton, NY factory by their dedicated employees who share a passion for music and the McIntosh heritage. Since their inception, McIntosh has been powering some of the most important moments in music history and pop culture. From President Lyndon Johnson's inauguration speech to Woodstock to the famous Grateful Dead "Wall of Sound," McIntosh has not only witnessed history, they have shaped it.
Sound is not just a product of what they create; it is the core of their being. Their dedication to its engineering goes beyond performance. It flows through every element of their company and drives our unwavering commitment to sound excellence. Embedded in every aspect of our craftmanship, it is the heartbeat that resonates within our products, connecting music lovers to the soul-stirring power of sound.

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