McIntosh MT5 Precision Turntable
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McIntosh MT5 Precision Turntable
Introduction
The McIntosh MT5 Precision Turntable is truly a comprehensive package, offering much more than just the sum of its brilliant components. The engineers craft each piece to demanding McIntosh standards, consequently contributing to a truly superb performance. The turntable takes full advantage of advanced chassis materials; therefore, noise, unwanted resonance, and sonic colouration are thoroughly suppressed. This meticulous design ensures the only sound you hear is precisely what is pressed onto your cherished records. In addition, the striking, magnetically suspended platter glows with an inviting green light, which is always a conversation starter among friends.
Engineering
This stellar deck arrives perfectly adjusted for immediate, maximum performance. Tracking force, anti-skate force, cartridge overhang, and arm height are all expertly preset at the factory. Furthermore, the MT5 includes a precision tone arm and a Sumiko Amethyst cartridge. This represents a next-generation, high-output moving magnet phono pickup. Consequently, the nude line-contact diamond stylus is incredibly nimble, tracing every cranny of your record grooves with grace. The custom tone arm uses magnetic anti-skate and horizontal, centre bearings, minimising friction during playback. Moreover, advanced magnetic platter bearings and a precise belt drive motor ensure quiet, absolute stability.
Performance
Expect effortless dynamic handling, impressive depth, and exceptional clarity from . These qualities emerge from an inky black background. Transients are impeccably realistic; therefore, sonic images leap from your soundstage yet remain perfectly positioned. The Amethyst cartridge skillfully traces every complicated passage your vinyl collection offers. This results in a sound that is both shockingly quiet and truly transparent. Consequently, the unit competes strongly with similar moving coil designs. In conclusion, the deck is compatible with any McIntosh preamplifier, making it the ideal component to complete your high-end stereo system.
Listen
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| McIntosh MT5 Turntable Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Cartridge Specifications | |
| Cartridge Type | Moving Magnet |
| Output Level | 2.5 mV at 5 cm/s |
| Load Impedance | 47K Ohms recommended |
| Frequency Response | 12Hz to 35kHz |
| Channel Separation | 30dB at 1kHz |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 2.0 g |
| Stylus | Extended Line Contact |
| Tonearm Specifications | |
| Bearing | Magnetic Sapphire and Ceramic |
| Arm Tube | Dural-Aluminum |
| Adjustments | Vertical Tracking Angle, Antiskate, Azimuth |
| Turntable Specifications | |
| Playback Speeds | 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm |
| Motor Type | DC Motor with Stainless Steel Brushes |
| Platter | Silicon Acrylic |
| Platter Bearing | Magnetic Suspended Ceramic |
| Signal To Noise Ratio | 36dB - 41dB |
| Wow & Flutter | 0.15% - 0.20% |
| General Specifications | |
| Stereo Outputs | Unbalanced (1) |
| Dust Cover | Included |
| Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) | 44.45cm x 17.8cm (19.0cm with cover) x 43.18cm |
| Unit Weight | 14.3 kg |
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