McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier
Many music lovers choose a McIntosh integrated amplifier to be the backbone of their home audio or stereo system. Their integrated amplifiers combine the engineering and performance of their world renowned amplifiers and preamplifiers into one space saving unit. By sharing a single chassis, integrated amplifiers help reduce the overall footprint of the home audio or stereo system.
The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is their 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.
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 the McIntosh MCT series of SACD/CD Transports). All digital inputs are housed in the DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be replaced by future modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. 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.
Included on the MA5300 are the 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.
The MA5300 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. It has been profiled and tested by both Roon and McIntosh for maximum compatibility. Roon will recognize it and send it audio optimized for its capabilities. No fiddling with checkboxes or dropdowns, Roon Tested devices are automatically identified and configured out of the box for a superior customer experience.
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.
GENERAL
Power Output per Channel: 100 Watts into 8 Ohms / 160 Watts into 4 Ohms
Number of Channels: 2
Speaker Impedance: 4 or 8 Ohms
Rated Power Band: 20Hz to 20kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005%
Dynamic Headroom: 1.8dB
Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB: 20Hz to 20kHz
Frequency Response, +0, -3dB: 10Hz 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 Factor: 8 Ohms: >200 / 4 Ohms: >100
Maximum Output (Balanced / Unbalanced): 8V Unbalanced
CONNECTIVITY
Balanced Input: 1
Unbalanced Input: 4
Phono Input Moving Coil: 0
Phono Input Moving Magnet: 1 (fixed loading)
Upgradeable Digital Audio Module; Yes: DA1
Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Digital Optical Input: 2
Digital MCT (DIN) Input: 1
Digital USB Input: 1
HDMI (ARC) Input: 0
Balanced Variable Output: 0
Unbalanced Fixed Output: 0
Unbalanced Variable Output: 1
Headphone Output: 1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
Subwoofer Output: 0
AM/FM Tuner option: No
Home Theater PassThru: Yes
Unbalanced Analog Connector Type: Standard
Speaker Binding Post Type: Standard
Service Port: 1
DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type: 8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate: 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
Digital Optical Input Sample Rate: 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
Digital MCT (DIN) Input Sample Rate: 16-bit/44.1kHz (CD), DSD64 (SACD)
Digital USB Input Sample Rate: 32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM), DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.2cm) x 18-3/4" (47.6cm)
Unit Weight: 38 lbs (17.2 kg)
Shipping Weight: 55.5 lbs (25.2 kg)