McINTOSH MA5300 - 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier - NEW!

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McINTOSH MA5300 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier

• 100 Watts into 8 Ohms
• 160 Watts into 4 Ohms
• Comes with DA1 Digital Audio Module installed
• Optional dealer installed upgrade to DA2 Digital Audio Module available

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is our smallest solid state integrated amplifier in terms of both power output and physical size, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or for someone just beginning to assemble a home audio system. It’s a direct coupled amplifier that delivers 100 Watts per channel into 8 Ohm speakers or 160 Watts per channel into 4 Ohm speakers. New dual scale blue Watt meters give an accurate readout of power output for both 4 and 8 Ohm impedances.
There are many integrateds in this price category, "but nobody does it 'the McIntosh way.' You get all the things you want from an amplifier: power, control and high resolution with tons of details. You get an amplifier that plays from the heart." Awarded 5 out of 5 stars. - Stereo+
The MA5300’s complement of 12 inputs includes 6 analog inputs (4 unbalanced, 1 balanced and 1 Moving Magnet input for turntables) and 6 digital inputs (2 each coaxial and optical, 1 USB and 1 proprietary MCT for use with our MCT series of SACD/CD Transports). All digital inputs are housed in our DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be replaced by future modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. (NOW AVAILABLE: Optional dealer installed upgrade to the DA2 Digital Audio Module.) The DA1 comes with an 8-channel, 32-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) used in Quad Balanced mode and supports up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz for high resolution audio playback. All inputs can be given user-friendly names to simplify system control and configuration.
"If I were to begin building (once again) a highly accurate laboratory reference audio system, I would base everything on the corner stone that is the McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier." - Enjoy The Music
Included on the MA5300 are our McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™ which are connected to advanced high current output transistors that eliminate warm-up time so you can enjoy the MA5300’s complete sonic capabilities from the moment you turn it on. Powerful new control microprocessors have been used to improve overall system operation, along with some of the latest audio-grade circuit components to deliver the best possible sound. Bass and treble tone controls have been added to help you further fine tune your music to your personal preferences.
"If you were looking for an integrated amplifier with substantial physical presence but also deft handling of music then I recommend you test your ears with the McIntosh MA5300." - Stereonet
The MA5300 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. As a Roon Tested partner, McIntosh has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers, and shared information about its design and capabilities.
The MA5300 is a "clean, open-sounding, ‘iron fist in a velvet glove’ amplifier that is very faithful to the source" that is able to put "the music and fun into recordings, regardless of their quality." A system built around the MA5300 is "likely to provide a massive amount of musical enjoyment for a very long time." - HiFi Wigwam
Rounding out the MA5300 are time tested McIntosh technologies including Power Guard®, Sentry Monitor™, Home Theater PassThru, High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®), and gold-plated speaker binding posts. The classic McIntosh aesthetic of blue Watt meters, a black glass front panel with aluminum end caps, control knobs and illuminated logo complete the MA5300.

Specifications

• • FTC Power Output Rating100 W
  • Power Output per Channel 100 W into 8 ohms 160W into 4 ohms
  • Number of Channels2
  • Rated Power Band20Hz to 20kHz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion0.005%
  • Dynamic Headroom1.8dB
  • Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB20Hz to 20kHz
  • Frequency Response, +0, -3dB10Hz to 100kHz
  • Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)N/A
  • Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)2.5mV
  • Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)0.5V/0.25V
  • Sensitivity (Power Amp input)1V
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)N/A
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)82dB
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)95dB
  • Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp input)110dB
  • Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)20K/20K
  • Damping Factor8 ohms: >200
    4 ohms: >100
  • Maximum Output (Balanced / Unbalanced)8V Unbalanced
• • Balanced Input1
  • Unbalanced Input4
  • Phono Input Moving Coil0
  • Phono Input Moving Magnet1 (fixed loading)
  • Upgradeable Digital Audio ModuleYes: DA1
  • Digital Coaxial Input2
  • Digital Optical Input2
  • Digital MCT Input1
  • Digital USB Input1
  • HDMI (ARC) Input0
  • Balanced Variable Output0
  • Unbalanced Fixed Output0
  • Unbalanced Variable Output1
  • Headphone Output1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
  • Subwoofer Output0
  • AM/FM Tuner optionNo
  • Home Theater PassThruYes
  • Unbalanced Analog Connector TypeStandard
  • Speaker Binding Post TypeStandard
  • Service Port1
• • Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
  • Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
  • Digital Optical Input Sample Rate24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
  • Digital MCT Input Sample Rate16-bit/44.1kHz (CD)
    DSD64 (SACD)
  • Digital USB Input Sample Rate32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM)
    DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz
• • Tone ControlsBass and Treble
  • Tone Bypass and Input AssignYes
  • RS232 Control InputYes
  • Power Control Output1 Main
  • Rear Panel Data Port2
  • Rear Panel IR Sensor InputYes
  • Input Level MatchYes
• • Vacuum Tube or Solid StateSolid State
  • Output TypeDirect Coupled
  • Output MetersYes
  • Dual Layer ChassisYes
  • Chassis FinishBlack painted steel
  • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™Yes
  • Power Requirement120V 50/60Hz, 2.3A
  • Standby Power Requirement<0.25 Watts
• • Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.2cm) x 18-3/4" (47.6cm)
  • Unit Weight38 lbs (17.2 kg)
  • Shipping Weight55.5 lbs (25.2 kg)