McIntosh MP100 Phono Stage
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McIntosh MP100 Phono Stage
Debut
McIntosh finally delivers their first dedicated phono stage, ensuring true audiophile performance for your vinyl collection. The MP100 is engineered to elevate the fidelity and sheer enjoyment you derive from your cherished records. Crucially, this unit is accessible to both seasoned vinyl enthusiasts and newcomers building their first quality system. In fact, the MP100 is perfectly sized to seamlessly integrate into any existing hi-fi setup without demanding excessive space. Its solid-state design delivers the legendary clean sound McIntosh is famous for.
Versatility
This preamplifier offers exceptional versatility for every cartridge type. You can easily connect both Moving Coil (MC) and Moving Magnet (MM) cartridges. Furthermore, the adjustable loading provides six settings for each type, guaranteeing optimal sonic matching with your chosen pickup. Consequently, achieving the perfect sound becomes a simple process. The MP100 includes balanced and unbalanced analogue outputs for connecting to your main amplifier. Additionally, for purists, the unique design allows you to completely power down and disable the digital outputs when using only analogue connections.
Digital
While spinning vinyl offers an unmatched experience, the MP100 acknowledges the need for modern digital convenience. This unit features optical, coaxial, and USB digital outputs. Therefore, you can easily rip your treasured albums directly to a computer to create high-quality digital files. The outputs are fixed at 24-bit/96kHz, expertly capturing the vinyl’s full dynamic range. A clever clipping indicator alerts you if a record section is too loud, letting you adjust the digital output for distortion-free archival. Moreover, a Mono switch dramatically decreases noise when playing back older, dedicated mono records, ensuring the signal is played back correctly.
Aesthetics
The renowned McIntosh design heritage shines through in this compact component. Standing just 9.6cm tall, the unit retains all the ageless, classic design cues expected from the brand. But the MP100 utilises a narrow 29.2cm chassis, matching other McIntosh components like the MHA150 Headphone Amplifier. This thoughtful design choice allows for easier system building. Ultimately, the meticulous build quality and attention to detail ensure this stunning unit provides many years of listening pleasure.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.005% |
| Frequency Response | ±0.3dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz |
| Phono Voltage Gain (MC) | 60dB |
| Phono Voltage Gain (MM) | 40dB |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (MC) | 78dB |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (MM) | 80dB |
| Maximum Input Signal (MC) | 8mV |
| Maximum Input Signal (MM) | 80mV |
| Rated Output (Balanced) | 2V |
| Rated Output (Unbalanced) | 1V |
| Digital Output Sample Rate | 24-bit/96kHz (Optical, Coaxial, USB) |
| Moving Coil Input Impedance | 25, 50, 100, 200, 400 or 1k Ohms; 470pF |
| Moving Magnet Input Impedance | 47k Ohms; 50, 100, 150, 200, 300 or 400pF |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 29.2cm x 9.6cm x 42.5cm |
| Unit Weight | 3.9 kg |
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