MCT500 2-Channel SACD/CD Transport
MCT500: £6995
Plays CD/DVD Data Discs; USB flash drives
Balanced, coax, optical, MCT outputs
The MCT500 is a digital-only unit with four digital outputs: industry-standard balanced, coax, and optical outputs, plus our exclusive MCT connector. To enjoy your CDs, it can be paired with any product with standard digital inputs and a digital-to-analogue converter (DAC). This includes selecting McIntosh home theatre processors, integrated amplifiers , and preamplifiers.
The MCT500 can be used with its proprietory MCT connection; the latest MDA200 DAC is an ideal companion (sold separately).
For SACD playback, the MCT500’s proprietary MCT output needs to be connected (via the included cable) to a McIntosh product with an MCT input. When the MCT500 is connected to one of these devices, a secure digital connection is created, allowing for the playback of the high-definition audio found on SACDs. Regular CDs can also be played over the MCT connection.
All common disc types can be played on the MCT500, including SACD, CD, CD-R/RW and DVD-R. A twin laser optical pickup assures optimal disc reading. A USB input is conveniently located on the front panel for easy access. In addition to store bought CDs and SACDs, popular file formats such as AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD (up to DSD128), FLAC, MP3, WAV (up to 24-bit/192kHz) and WMA can be played from user generated CD or DVD Data Discs and USB flash drives.
Disc handling is smooth and quiet thanks to an advanced disc transport with a precision die-cast aluminium tray. An advanced digital servo provides fast, quiet and accurate operation. A disc’s audio data is read at twice the normal rate, ensuring better disc tracking and error correction processing.
Integration with other McIntosh system components is achieved via the Power Control and data ports. The MCT500 is wrapped in classic McIntosh styling with a polished stainless steel chassis, black glass front panel, illuminated logo and aluminium end caps.
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Channels:
2
Output Impedance:
N/A
Dynamic Range:
N/A
Headphone Output Impedance:
N/A
Fixed Output Level:
N/A
Frequency Response:
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion:
N/A
Variable Output Level:
N/A
Signal To Noise Ratio:
N/A
Channel Separation:
N/A
DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type:
N/A
USB Sample Rate:
N/A
Digital Output Sample Rate:
Coaxial: Up to 24-Bit/192kHz
Optical: Up to 24-Bit/192kHz
XLR: Up to 24-Bit/192kHz
MCT: Up to 24-bit/96kHz (CD); DSD128 (SACD and Data DVD)
Digital Output Jitter:
≤ 32ns with 1kHz test tone
Coaxial Sample Rate:
N/A
Digital Coaxial Input:
N/A
Digital Optical Output:
-15dbm to -21dbm
Digital XLR Output:
5V p-p/150 ohms
Optical Sample Rate:
N/A
Digital Optical Input:
N/A
Digital Coaxial Output:
0.5V p-p/75 ohms
Digital MCT Output:
3V @110 ohms
CONNECTIVITY
Balanced Fixed Output:
0
Unbalanced Variable Output:
0
Digital Optical Input:
0
Digital Coaxial Output:
1
Digital XLR Output:
1
Unbalanced Fixed Output:
0
Digital Coaxial Input:
0
Digital USB Input:
1 (front)
Digital MCT Output:
1
Headphone Output:
0
Balanced Variable Output:
0
Digital MCT INPUT:
0
Digital USB Input Type:
Type B
Digital Optical Output:
1
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):
17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.24cm) x 19" (48.3cm) Note: When the Disc Tray is opened, the panel clearance required in front of the mounting panel is 6-3/4 inches (17.2cm).
Unit Weight:
26 lbs (11.8 kg)
SHIPPING Weight:
40.5 lbs (18.4 kg)