Name: McIntosh MCT500
Brand: McIntosh
SKU: ab-mc-MCT500
Availability: InStock

$5,500.00

2-Channel SACD/CD Transport

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Category: McIntosh Tags: Made in the U.S.A., McIntosh, SACD, Source Component

Product Description

The McIntosh MCT500 Digital CD/SACD Transport is eligible for Overture’s trade-in program. As America’s premier McIntosh audio dealer, we can give you the most for any audio equipment you would like to trade-in on a McIntosh MCT500 Digital CD/SACD Transport. You can request a trade-in price by filling out our trade-in form.

Be transported into your music with the McIntosh MCT500 SACD/CD Transport.

The McIntosh MCT500 is a digital only unit and features 4 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 that has standard digital inputs and a digital-to-analog convertor (DAC). This includes select McIntosh home theater processors, integrated amplifiers and preamplifiers.

For SACD playback, the Mcintosh MCT500’s proprietary MCT output needs to be connected (via the included cable) to a McIntosh product with an MCT input. This includes the D1100, C53, C2700, C49 and D150 preamplifiers, MA12000, MA9500, MA8950, MA7200 or MA5300 integrated amplifiers or MAC7200 receiver. 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.¹

Disc handling is smooth and quiet thanks to an advanced disc transport with a precision die-cast aluminum tray. An advanced digital servo provides fast, quiet and accurate operation. A disc’s audio data is read at twice the normal rate insuring 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 aluminum end caps.

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

Number of Channels

2
Fixed Output Level

N/A
Variable Output Level

N/A
Output Impedance

N/A
Frequency Response

N/A
Signal To Noise Ratio

N/A
Dynamic Range

N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion

N/A
Channel Separation

N/A
Headphone Output Impedance

N/A

DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type

N/A
Coaxial Sample Rate

N/A
Optical Sample Rate

N/A
USB Sample Rate

N/A
Digital Coaxial Input

N/A
Digital Optical Input

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 Optical Output

-15dbm to -21dbm
Digital Coaxial Output

0.5V p-p/75 ohms
Digital Output Jitter

≤ 32ns with 1kHz test tone
Digital XLR Output

5V p-p/150 ohms
Digital MCT (DIN) Output

3V @110 ohms

CONNECTIVITY

Balanced Fixed Output

0
Unbalanced Fixed Output

0
Balanced Variable Output

0
Unbalanced Variable Output

0
Digital Coaxial Input

0
Digital Optical Input

0
Digital USB Input

1 (front)
Digital USB Input Type

Type A
Digital Coaxial Output

1
Digital Optical Output

1
Digital XLR Output

1
Digital MCT (DIN) Output

1
Headphone Output

0

CONTROL

Rear Panel IR Sensor Input

1
Rear Panel Data Input

1
Power Control Input

1
Power Control Output

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
Disc Capacity

1
Laser Type

Twin Beam
Laser Beam Wavelength

650nm (SACD)
790nm (CD)
Laser Power

CLASS IIa/CLASS I
Standby Power Requirement

<0.5 watt

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 mounting panel is 6-3/4 inches (17.2cm).
Unit Weight

26 lbs (11.8 kg)
Shipping Weight

40.5 lbs (18.4 kg)

Brand

McIntosh

Viewed as the standard bearer by recording artists and producers, McIntosh has come to represent performance and reliability. All components include that iconic blue Watt output meter synonymous with high-end sound. Ready to unleash the magic behind some of the most iconic moments in music history including Woodstock and The Grateful Dead's Wall of Sound?

Get the best sound performance for 2-channel, theaters or distributed audio with McIntosh. Its handcrafted products include amplifiers, preamplifiers, phono preamplifiers, receivers and home theater processors. The company has offered its revered electronics since 1949 and expanded its range with speakers in the 1970s. And in recent years, it's added an even more intimate approach to high-end audio with its headphone amplifiers featuring built-in DACs.

Their various products make it easy to design systems that best match your listening preferences and budgets. However you like to listen or wherever your music lives, it's possible to listen just as the artist intended with the help of McIntosh components. Enjoy the purest sound reproduction with two-chassis preamplifier designs like the C12000 the perfect pair for your vinyl records. Take control of your digital sound to new heights with their DACs featuring Hybrid Drive solid state and vacuum tube technology.

As a nationally recognized leader in the field of high-end audio and home theater, Overture is a proud dealer of McIntosh audio components, selling customers the best audio components from McIntosh in Sales Tax Free Delaware. Interested in purchasing a new McIntosh product? You can trade-in any component towards a McIntosh component by filling out Overture's Trade-In Form.