McIntosh MCD85 2-Channel SACD/CD Player AestheticImmerse yourself completely in your favourite music with the exceptional MCD85 2-Channel SACD/CD Player. This unit's distinctive open-chassis aesthetic immediately signals your serious dedication to high-fidelity audio. Following the success of our retro-styled amplifiers, this player is designed not to hide away, but to be proudly displayed. It is a genuine conversation starter, declaring that a serious music lover lives here. Furthermore, its unique design delivers true high-end performance. DigitalThis exceptional player handles all commercial SACDs and CDs effortlessly. Crucially, it also supports music from your burned CD or DVD Data Discs. Supported file formats are extensive, including popular choices like AAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV, and high-resolution DSD (up to DSD128). Consequently, this versatility makes the unit a digital hub. Moreover, the USB Audio input further extends its capabilities. This accommodates streams up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz from a computer. Therefore, you gain ultimate flexibility for all your digital sources. You will also find two coaxial and two optical digital inputs, accepting PCM signals up to 192kHz. PrecisionThe conversion process into the final, pristine analogue signal is handled by a sophisticated Quad Balanced DAC. This is an 8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz component. Four DAC channels are dedicated wholly to the left audio channel, and four focus on the right. This unique configuration ensures truly exceptional stereo sound reproduction for the discerning listener. Furthermore, the unit features a high-quality disc mechanism, operating at 2x read speed. This rapid reading stores disc data in a buffer memory, guaranteeing superior error correction and tracking. You will find both balanced and unbalanced fixed analogue stereo outputs provided. Thus, the player connects seamlessly to any preamplifier or integrated amplifier you own. FinishThis player showcases a sturdy, die-cast disc tray. Importantly, the tray features a custom beveled nose that matches the chassis angle, ensuring smooth and quiet disc handling. Disc reading is performed by a twin laser optical pickup. This pickup uses two optimised laser units, each designed with different wavelengths for perfect SACD and CD playback. Furthermore, the unit boasts the classic McIntosh aesthetic. The chassis is polished to a mirror finish, with die-cast aluminium name badges affixed to the sides. The black glass front panel features direct LED backlighting, silver trim, and an illuminated logo. This attention to detail confirms its place as a distinguished component in any high-end system. Specification Value Audio Specifications Number of Channels 2 Fixed Output Level (Unbalanced) 2.0Vrms Fixed Output Level (Balanced) 4.0Vrms Output Impedance 100 ohms Frequency Response ±0.5dB from 20Hz-20kHz Signal To Noise Ratio (A-weighted) Better than 100dB Total Harmonic Distortion (1000Hz) 0.02% Digital Audio Specifications DAC Type 8-channel, 32-bit PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced Coaxial/Optical Sample Rate Up to 24-bit/192kHz USB Sample Rate Up to DSD256, DXD384 Connectivity Balanced Fixed Output 1 Unbalanced Fixed Output 1 Digital Coaxial Input 2 Digital Optical Input 2 Digital USB Input 1 (Type B) General Specifications Disc Formats SACD, CD, CD-R/RW, DVD-R, plus AAC, FLAC, DSD128, etc. Disc Capacity 1 Laser Type Twin Beam Standby Power Requirement <0.5 watt Weights & Dimensions Dimensions (W x H x D) 30.9cm x 19.7cm x 41.3cm Unit Weight 9.3 kg
