stereo digital-to-analog converter
illuminated front-panel display shows volume, source quality, and selected input
electronic input switching on all inputs provides reliable, noiseless, distortion free switching
fully regulated power supplies ensure stable, noise-free operation
volume levels are controlled by a precise digital attenuator system with a tracking accuracy of 0.5dB
uses McIntosh's DA2 Digital Audio Module
DA2 module is replaceable for easy future upgrades
DA2 Digital Audio Module specs:
audiophile-grade 8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz digital-to-analog converter chip
Quad Balanced architecture maintains smooth, distortion-free sound
supports playback of high-resolution PCM files up to 32-bit/192kHz; DXD files up to 384kHz, and DSD files up to DSD512 (22.58 MHz)
THD: 0.005%
signal-to-noise ratio: 100dB
frequency response: 20-20,000Hz
Connections:
two Toslink optical digital audio inputs (2-channel PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz only)
two coaxial digital audio inputs (2-channel PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz)
USB Type-B audio input (PCM up to 32-bit/192kHz; DSD up to DSD512; DXD up to 384kHz)
pair of unbalanced stereo RCA outputs
pair of balanced stereo XLR outputs
MCT port for connection to McIntosh MCT-series SACD/CD transports
3.5mm data in/out connections for connecting to compatible McIntosh preamplifiers
3.5mm RS-232 port for connecting to compatible third-party control systems
3.5mm power control in/out for connecting and controlling compatible McIntosh components
3.5mm IR input for external control using an IR receiver
one audio only HDMI ARC input for connection to TV
Dolby and DTS signals are downconverted into two-channel audio
Other info:
two output modes: fixed and variable
comes from the factory in fixed output mode; used for controlling overall volume via connected receiver/amplifier
variable output mode is used for controlling the volume directly via the DAC when connected to an outboard power amplifier
remote control included
front-panel volume and source controls
Roon tested

Weights Dimensions
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
(44.45cm) x (9.8cm) x (39.95cm)
Unit Weight
(6.1 kg)