McIntosh MCD85 2-Channel SACD/CD Player

  • 8-channel, 32-bit PCM/DSD Quad Balanced DAC
  • Plays commercial and burned CDs; DVD Data Discs
  • Fixed analog stereo outputs
  • USB Audio input supports up to DSD256
  • Coax and Optical digital inputs
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  • 8-channel, 32-bit PCM/DSD Quad Balanced DAC
  • Plays commercial and burned CDs; DVD Data Discs
  • Fixed analog stereo outputs
  • USB Audio input supports up to DSD256
  • Coax and Optical digital inputs

Exclusive at: Midland

$9,995.00

AUD Inc. GST

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Immerse yourself in your music with the MCD85 SACD/CD Player. The MCD85 with its open chassis design is not only a serious piece of music hardware, but it shows that you are serious about your love of music. With the great success of our similarly retro styled MC275 and MC1502 Vacuum Tube Amplifiers, MA252 and MA352 Integrated Amplifiers, and the warm reception of the recently introduced MC830 Solid State Amplifier and C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier that also have retro touches, it’s clear that many people want their home stereo system not to blend in, but instead to be distinctive looking. To be put on display. To be a conversation starter. To make the statement that “A Serious Music Lover Lives Here.” The MCD85 does all that. And more.

McIntosh MCD85 SACD/CD Player

The MCD85 can play store bought SACDs and CDs as well as music from homemade CD or DVD Data Discs. Numerous file formats can be played from these discs including AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD (up to DSD128), FLAC, MP3, WAV, and WMA. The USB Audio input supports up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz, and can be used to stream digital music from a computer or other digital storage device. There’s also two coax and two optical digital inputs that support PCM signals up to 192kHz.

McIntosh MC830 Amplifier, C8 Preamplifier and MCD85 SACD/CD Player
MCD85 SACD/CD Player with a pair of matching MC830 Solid State Amplifiers and C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier along with XR100 Speakers. All units sold separately.

Conversion of the digital data stored on the discs or in the digital music stream into an analog signal for playback is performed by a quad balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). Four DAC channels are dedicated to the left audio channel, and four to the right audio channel to ensure truly exceptional stereo sound reproduction.

McIntosh MCD85 SACD/CD Player

Both balanced and unbalanced fixed analog stereo outputs are available to connect the MCD85 to your preamplifierintegrated amplifier, and other home audio system components. Thanks to its narrower width and balanced outputs, it can be placed close to your listening position for ease of loading discs, with long balanced cables connecting it to your audio system without fear of signal loss.

McIntosh MCD85 SACD/CD Player

The MCD85 employs 2x read speed, meaning all discs placed in its sturdy die-cast tray are read at higher speeds, allowing their data to be stored in a buffer memory for better error correction and tracking. The tray features a new, custom front beveled nose to match the angle of the chassis and provides smooth and quiet disc handling. Disc reading is performed in the high-quality disc mechanism by a twin laser optical pickup that uses a single objective lens with two laser units, with each employing different wavelengths that are optimised for SACD and CD playback. Power Control and data ports allow for seamless integration with other McIntosh home audio system components.

A die-cast aluminum name badge is affixed to each side of the chassis. The front, top and rear of the chassis is polished to a mirror finish – just like on the aforementioned MC275, MC1502, MA252, MA352, MC830 and C8 – making the MCD85 a welcome and matching addition to any system using those models. But the MCD85 is not limited to systems using just those models as it has all the necessary connections and McIntosh design traits to fit into any McIntosh home audio system. The MCD85 features a black glass front panel with direct LED backlighting for improved appearance, silver trim, an illuminated logo, and rotary control knobs. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

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Specifications

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

  • Number of Channels
    2
  • Fixed Output Level
    2.0Vrms Unbalanced
    4.0Vrms Balanced
  • Variable Output Level
    N/A
  • Output Impedance
    100 ohms Unbalanced and Balanced
  • Frequency Response
    ±0.5dB from 20Hz-20kHz
  • Signal To Noise Ratio
    Better than 100dB (A-weighted)
  • Dynamic Range
    Better than 96dB
  • Total Harmonic Distortion
    0.02% @ 1000Hz
  • Channel Separation
    Better than 85dB (1,000Hz)
  • Headphone Output Impedance
    N/A

DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

  • Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type
    8-channel, 32-bit PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
  • Coaxial Sample Rate
    16, 24-bit/192kHz
  • Optical Sample Rate
    16, 24-bit/192kHz
  • USB Sample Rate
    16, 24-bit/192kHz
    Native DSD and DoP DSD Up to DSD256, DXD384
  • Digital Coaxial Input
    0.5V p-p/75 ohms
  • Digital Optical Input
    -15dbm to -21dbm
  • Digital Output Sample Rate
    N/A
  • Digital Optical Output
    N/A
  • Digital Coaxial Output
    N/A
  • Digital Output Jitter
    N/A
  • Digital XLR Output
    N/A
  • Digital MCT (DIN) Output
    N/A

CONNECTIVITY

  • Balanced Fixed Output
    1
  • Unbalanced Fixed Output
    1
  • Balanced Variable Output
    0
  • Unbalanced Variable Output
    0
  • Digital Coaxial Input
    2
  • Digital Optical Input
    2
  • Digital USB Input
    1
  • Digital USB Input Type
    Type B
  • Digital Coaxial Output
    0
  • Digital Optical Output
    0
  • Digital XLR Output
    0
  • Digital MCT (DIN) Output
    0
  • 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)
    12-5/32″ (30.9cm) x 7-3/4″ (19.7cm) x 16-1/4″ (41.3cm)
  • Unit Weight
    20.5 lbs (9.3 kg)
  • Shipping Weight
    27.5 lbs (12.5 kg)

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