MCD85 2-Channel SACD/CD Player
MCD85: £5995
8-channel, 32-bit PCM/DSD Quad Balanced DAC
Plays commercial and burned CDs; DVD Data Discs
Fixed analog stereo outputs
USB Audio input supports up to DSD256
Coax and Optical digital inputs
Immerse yourself in your music with the MCD85 SACD/CD Player. The MCD85, with its open chassis design, is not only a serious piece of music hardware, but it also shows that you are serious about your love of music. With the great success of our similarly retro-styled MC275 and MC1502 Vacuum Tube Amplifiers, MA252 and MA352 Integrated Amplifiers, and the warm reception of the recently introduced MC830 Solid State Amplifier and C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier that also have retro touches, it's clear that many people want their home stereo system not to blend in, but instead to be distinctive looking. To be put on display. To be a conversation starter. To make the statement that "A Serious Music Lover Lives Here." The MCD85 does all that. And more.
The MCD85 can play store-bought SACDs and CDs and music from homemade CD or DVD Data Discs. Numerous file formats can be played from these discs, including AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD (up to DSD128), FLAC, MP3, WAV, and WMA. The USB Audio input supports up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz and can be used to stream digital music from a computer or other digital storage device. There are also two coax and two optical digital inputs that support PCM signals up to 192kHz.
MCD85 SACD/CD Player with a pair of matching MC830 Solid State Amplifiers and C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier along with XR100 Speakers. All units sold separately.
Conversion of the digital data stored on the discs or in the digital music stream into an analogue signal for playback is performed by a quad-balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz digital-to-analogue converter (DAC). Four DAC channels are dedicated to the left audio channel and four to the right audio channel to ensure truly exceptional stereo sound reproduction.
Both balanced and unbalanced fixed analogue stereo outputs are available to connect the MCD85 to your preamplifier, integrated amplifier, and other home audio system components. Thanks to its narrower width and balanced outputs, it can be placed close to your listening position for ease of loading discs, with long balanced cables connecting it to your audio system without fear of signal loss.
The MCD85 employs 2x read speed, meaning all discs placed in its sturdy die-cast tray are read at higher speeds, allowing their data to be stored in a buffer memory for better error correction and tracking. The tray features a new, custom front bevelled nose to match the angle of the chassis and provides smooth and quiet disc handling. Disc reading is performed in the high-quality disc mechanism by a twin laser optical pickup that uses a single objective lens with two laser units, each employing different wavelengths optimized for SACD and CD playback. Power Control and data ports allow for seamless integration with other McIntosh home audio system components.
A die-cast aluminium name badge is affixed to each side of the chassis. The front, top and rear of the chassis are polished to a mirror finish – just like on the MC275 above, MC1502, MA252, MA352, MC830 and C8 – making the MCD85 a welcome and matching addition to any system using those models. However, the MCD85 is not limited to systems that use just those models, as it has all the necessary connections and McIntosh design traits to fit into any McIntosh home audio system. The MCD85 features a black glass front panel with direct LED backlighting for improved appearance, silver trim, an illuminated logo, and rotary control knobs.
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Channels:
2
Output Impedance:
100 ohms Unbalanced and Balanced
Dynamic Range:
Better than 96dB
Headphone Output Impedance:
N/A
Fixed Output Level:
2.0Vrms Unbalanced
4.0Vrms Balanced
Frequency Response:
±0.5dB from 20Hz-20kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion:
0.02% @ 1000Hz
Variable Output Level:
N/A
Signal To Noise Ratio:
100dB (A-weighted)
Channel Separation:
Better than 85dB (1,000Hz)
DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type:
8-channel, 32-bit PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
USB Sample Rate:
Native DSD and DoP DSD Up to DSD256, DXD384
Digital Output Sample Rate:
N/A
Digital Output Jitter:
N/A
Coaxial Sample Rate:
16, 24-bit/192kHz
Digital Coaxial Input:
0.5V p-p/75 ohms
Digital Optical Output:
N/A
Digital XLR Output:
N/A
Optical Sample Rate:
16, 24-bit/192kHz
Digital Optical Input:
-15dbm to -21dbm
Digital Coaxial Output:
N/A
Digital MCT Output:
N/A
CONNECTIVITY
Balanced Fixed Output:
1
Unbalanced Variable Output:
0
Digital Optical Input:
2
Digital Coaxial Output:
0
Digital XLR Output:
0
Unbalanced Fixed Output:
1
Digital Coaxial Input:
2
Digital USB Input:
1 (rear)
Digital MCT Output:
0
Headphone Output:
0
Balanced Variable Output:
0
Digital MCT INPUT:
0
Digital USB Input Type:
Type B
Digital Optical Output:
0
CONTROL
Power Control Input:
1
Rear Panel IR Sensor Input:
1
Power Control Output:
1
RS232 Control Input:
0
Rear Panel Data Input:
1
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Disc Formats:
SACD, CD, CD-R/RW and DVD-R; popular file formats such as AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD (up to DSD128), FLAC, MP3, WAV (up to 24-bit/192kHz) and WMA
Laser Beam Wavelength:
650nm (SACD)
790nm (CD)
Disc Capacity:
1
Laser Power:
CLASS IIa/CLASS I
Laser Type:
Twin Beam
Standby Power Requirement:
<0.5 watt
WARRANTY PARTS AND LABOUR:
3 Years
Weights & DIMENSIONS
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D):
12-5/32" (30.9cm) x 7-3/4" (19.7cm) x 16-1/4" (41.3cm)
Unit Weight:
20.5 lbs (9.3 kg)
SHIPPING Weight:
27.5 lbs (12.5 kg)