Description
McIntosh MCD350 SACD/CD Player
The McIntosh MCD350 SACD/CD Player is a pure disc player for SACDs and CDs.
It serves as the digital source in the system and outputs the signal either analog or digitally to subsequent components.
Its focus is on the playback of existing disc collections, not on use as a universal DAC or streaming hub.
The most important things about the McIntosh MCD350 at a glance:
- SACD and CD playback: The MCD350 is aimed at listeners who want to use their SACD and CD collection with a specialized player.
- 2-channel DAC with 32-bit/192 kHz: The internal conversion allows for a direct connection to an amplifier or preamplifier.
- Fixed analog stereo outputs: Balanced and unbalanced outputs make integration into various stereo systems easier.
- Digital outputs: Coaxial and optical outputs allow CD, MP3, and WMA signals to be passed on to suitable external components.
- 2x reading speed with buffer memory: Disc data is read and buffered faster to support error correction and tracking.
Disc Playback and Drive
The MCD350 plays SACD, CD, MP3, and WMA from disc.
For SACD and CD, it uses twin-laser scanning with two different wavelengths through a common objective lens.
The rigid die-cast aluminum tray and the 2x speed drive are designed for stable disc scanning.
With hybrid SACDs, the desired disc layer can be selected; SACD multichannel tracks are downmixed to two channels on the analog outputs.
Connection and System Integration
The MCD350 can be connected directly to an amplifier or preamplifier via the fixed analog stereo outputs.
The balanced outputs are particularly useful when longer cable runs are planned without loss of quality.
Anyone who wants to use an external DAC, preamplifier, or home theater processor can output the digital signal via coaxial or optical outputs.
Important for planning: During SACD playback, no digital audio signal is present at the digital outputs.
Operation and System Control
The MCD350 features control buttons on the front, a front display for playback status and time information, and a remote control for the most important functions.
The remote control controls playback, pause, stop, track selection, fast forward and rewind, repeat, random playback, and Program Play, among other things.
Via Power Control, the player can be switched on and off together with other McIntosh components.
The Data Port allows operation via a McIntosh preamplifier or power amplifier remote control; an IR input supports operation when installed in a concealed location, such as inside a closed cabinet.
Placement and Design
The MCD350 can stand freely on a table or shelf or be built into furniture or a cabinet.
When installing in a cabinet or piece of furniture, ventilation, clearance from the front, and space for the opening disc tray must be taken into account.
The device features the classic McIntosh look with a black glass front, illuminated logo, and aluminum end caps.
Recommendations and System Partners
| System Partner | Role in the System |
|---|---|
| McIntosh MA5200 Stereo Power Amplifier | Amplifier partner for a McIntosh stereo system. |
| McIntosh XR50 Speakers | Speaker partner to complement the stereo system. |
| McIntosh MT5 Turntable | Turntable to complement the system with an analog source. |
Awards
- Hi-Fi World, May 2018: 5 out of 5 Globes; "Definitive with SACD and impressive with CD too."
- Hi-Fi World, May 2018: "OUTSTANDING - among the best."
Suitability and Notes
Ideal for
- Listeners with SACD and CD collections who are looking for a specialized 2-channel disc player.
- Stereo systems with an amplifier or preamplifier that accept fixed analog line-level sources.
- McIntosh systems where Power Control, Data Port, or IR control is intended to be used.
- Systems where an external DAC is intended to be integrated for CD, MP3, or WMA playback.
Less suitable for
- Users who want to use the player as an external DAC for digital sources, as no digital inputs are available.
- Direct listening via headphones, as no headphone output is available.
- Systems that require volume control directly on the player, as the MCD350 uses fixed outputs.
- Setups that expect a digital SACD signal via coaxial or optical outputs.
Conclusion
The McIntosh MCD350 is a focused SACD/CD player for demanding stereo systems and existing disc collections.
It is particularly suitable if a high-quality disc source with analog integration and McIntosh system control is desired.
Anyone who requires digital inputs, a headphone connection, or variable outputs should consider these limitations before purchase.
Technical Data
Audio-Spezifikationen |
|
| Anzahl Kanäle | 2 |
| Fester Ausgangspegel | 2,0 Vrms unsymmetrisch; 4,0 Vrms symmetrisch |
| Variabler Ausgangspegel | nicht vorhanden |
| Ausgangsimpedanz | 600 Ohm unsymmetrisch und symmetrisch |
| Frequenzgang SACD | 4 Hz bis 40 kHz, +0,5 dB, −2 dB |
| Frequenzgang CD | 4 Hz bis 20 kHz, ±0,5 dB |
| Signal-Rausch-Abstand | besser als 108 dB (A-bewertet) / 108 dB |
| Dynamikbereich | besser als 100 dB / 100 dB |
| Klirrfaktor SACD | 0,003 % bei 1.000 Hz |
| Klirrfaktor CD | 0,002 % bei 1.000 Hz |
| Kanaltrennung | besser als 98 dB (1.000 Hz) |
| Kopfhörer-Ausgangsimpedanz | nicht vorhanden |
Digitale Audio-Spezifikationen |
|
| Digital-Analog-Wandler | 2-Kanal, 32-Bit/192 kHz PCM/DSD |
| Digitales Ausgangsformat | S/PDIF (PCM) |
| Digitale Ausgangs-Abtastrate | bis zu 24-Bit/192 kHz |
| Digitaler optischer Ausgang | −15 dBm bis −21 dBm |
| Digitaler Koaxialausgang | 0,5 V p-p / 75 Ohm |
| Digitaler USB-Eingangstyp | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitaler XLR-Ausgang | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitaler MCT-Ausgang | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitaler Ausgangs-Jitter | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitale Ausgabe bei SACD | kein digitales Audiosignal an den Digitalausgängen; Digitalausgänge stumm geschaltet |
| PCM-Ausgabe bei MP3/WMA | PCM-Version des decodierten MP3- und WMA-Signals liegt an den digitalen Audioausgängen an |
Anschlüsse |
|
| Symmetrischer Festpegelausgang | 1 |
| Unsymmetrischer Festpegelausgang | 1 |
| Symmetrischer Variabelausgang | 0 |
| Unsymmetrischer Variabelausgang | 0 |
| Digitaler Koaxialeingang | 0 |
| Digitaler MCT-Eingang | 0 |
| Digitaler optischer Eingang | 0 |
| Digitaler USB-Eingang | 0 |
| Digitaler Koaxialausgang | 1 |
| Digitaler MCT-Ausgang | 0 |
| Digitaler optischer Ausgang | 1 |
| Digitaler XLR-Ausgang | 0 |
| Kopfhörerausgang | 0 |
Steuerung |
|
| Netzsteuer-Eingänge | 1 |
| Netzsteuer-Ausgänge | 1 |
| Dateneingänge Rückseite | 1 |
| IR-Sensoreingänge Rückseite | 1 |
| RS232-Steuereingänge | 0 |
| Fernbedienung | HR086 |
| Automatische Abschaltung | ca. 30 Minuten nach Ausbleiben eines digitalen Audiosignals vom Disc-Betrieb |
| Helligkeit Frontdisplay | hoch, mittel, niedrig, Display aus |
Laufwerk und Medien |
|
| Disc-Formate | CD, SACD, MP3 und WMA |
| Disc-Kapazität | 1 |
| Lasertyp | Zwei-Strahl-Laser (Twin Beam Laser) |
| Laserwellenlänge | 650 nm (SACD); 790 nm (CD) |
| Laserklasse | Klasse IIa / Klasse I |
| Lesegeschwindigkeit | 2-fache Lesegeschwindigkeit |
| Disc-Lade | steife Aluminium-Druckgussschublade |
| CD-Kompatibilität | Standard Redbook CD-Audio-Discs; die meisten CD-R, CD-RW und Dual Discs |
| Hinweis zu bespielten Discs | manche bespielten Discs können aufgrund des Aufnahmezustands oder der Herstellung möglicherweise nicht abgespielt werden |
| MP3/WMA-Voraussetzung | Schreibsoftware entspricht dem ISO-9660-Level-1-Standard |
| SACD Hybrid Disc Standard | SACD Stereo-Ebene |
| SACD Mehrkanal | auf zwei Kanäle abgemischt und an den analogen Audioausgängen verfügbar |
Stromversorgung |
|
| Netzspannung | 100 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 110 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 120 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 220 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 230 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W |
| Standby-Leistungsaufnahme | < 0,5 W |
| Spannungshinweis | Korrekte Spannung auf der Geräterückseite des MCD350 prüfen |
Abmessungen und Gewicht |
|
| Geräteabmessungen (B × H × T) | 44,45 cm × 15,24 cm × 48,3 cm |
| Erforderlicher Freiraum vor dem Montagepanel bei geöffneter Disc-Lade | 17,2 cm |
| Gerätegewicht | 12,7 kg |
| Versandgewicht | 19,2 kg |
| Versandkarton-Abmessungen | Breite 67,3 cm; Tiefe 62,2 cm; Höhe 29,9 cm |
Aufstellung |
|
| Freie Aufstellung | aufrecht auf einem Tisch oder Regal, auf vier Füßen stehend |
| Einbau | in einem Möbelstück oder Einbauschrank |
| Mindestabstand oben | 5,1 cm |
| Mindestabstand unten | 5,1 cm |
| Mindestabstand seitlich | 2,5 cm pro Seite |
| Tiefe hinter dem Frontpanel | 43,2 cm |
| Freiraum vor dem Montagepanel für Bedienelemente | 2,9 cm |
Design |
|
| Frontpanel | klassisches McIntosh-Schwarzglasfrontpanel |
| Logo | beleuchtet |
| Endkappen | Aluminium |
| Frontpanel-Beleuchtung | LED-Beleuchtung |
Auszeichnungen |
|
| Hi-Fi World | 5 von 5 Globen, Mai 2018 |
| Hi-Fi World Urteil | Maßstabsetzend bei SACD und beeindruckend bei CD. |
| Hi-Fi World Bewertung | HERAUSRAGEND – gehört zum Besten seiner Klasse. |
Lieferumfang |
|
| McIntosh MCD350 | |
| Fernbedienung inkl. Batterien | |
| Netzkabel | |
| Dokumente |
MCD350 AC
The McIntosh MCD350 is a two-channel SACD/CD player designed for high-quality disc playback in stereo systems.
Description
McIntosh MCD350 SACD/CD Player
The McIntosh MCD350 SACD/CD Player is a pure disc player for SACDs and CDs.
It serves as the digital source in the system and outputs the signal either analog or digitally to subsequent components.
Its focus is on the playback of existing disc collections, not on use as a universal DAC or streaming hub.
The most important things about the McIntosh MCD350 at a glance:
- SACD and CD playback: The MCD350 is aimed at listeners who want to use their SACD and CD collection with a specialized player.
- 2-channel DAC with 32-bit/192 kHz: The internal conversion allows for a direct connection to an amplifier or preamplifier.
- Fixed analog stereo outputs: Balanced and unbalanced outputs make integration into various stereo systems easier.
- Digital outputs: Coaxial and optical outputs allow CD, MP3, and WMA signals to be passed on to suitable external components.
- 2x reading speed with buffer memory: Disc data is read and buffered faster to support error correction and tracking.
Disc Playback and Drive
The MCD350 plays SACD, CD, MP3, and WMA from disc.
For SACD and CD, it uses twin-laser scanning with two different wavelengths through a common objective lens.
The rigid die-cast aluminum tray and the 2x speed drive are designed for stable disc scanning.
With hybrid SACDs, the desired disc layer can be selected; SACD multichannel tracks are downmixed to two channels on the analog outputs.
Connection and System Integration
The MCD350 can be connected directly to an amplifier or preamplifier via the fixed analog stereo outputs.
The balanced outputs are particularly useful when longer cable runs are planned without loss of quality.
Anyone who wants to use an external DAC, preamplifier, or home theater processor can output the digital signal via coaxial or optical outputs.
Important for planning: During SACD playback, no digital audio signal is present at the digital outputs.
Operation and System Control
The MCD350 features control buttons on the front, a front display for playback status and time information, and a remote control for the most important functions.
The remote control controls playback, pause, stop, track selection, fast forward and rewind, repeat, random playback, and Program Play, among other things.
Via Power Control, the player can be switched on and off together with other McIntosh components.
The Data Port allows operation via a McIntosh preamplifier or power amplifier remote control; an IR input supports operation when installed in a concealed location, such as inside a closed cabinet.
Placement and Design
The MCD350 can stand freely on a table or shelf or be built into furniture or a cabinet.
When installing in a cabinet or piece of furniture, ventilation, clearance from the front, and space for the opening disc tray must be taken into account.
The device features the classic McIntosh look with a black glass front, illuminated logo, and aluminum end caps.
Recommendations and System Partners
| System Partner | Role in the System |
|---|---|
| McIntosh MA5200 Stereo Power Amplifier | Amplifier partner for a McIntosh stereo system. |
| McIntosh XR50 Speakers | Speaker partner to complement the stereo system. |
| McIntosh MT5 Turntable | Turntable to complement the system with an analog source. |
Awards
- Hi-Fi World, May 2018: 5 out of 5 Globes; "Definitive with SACD and impressive with CD too."
- Hi-Fi World, May 2018: "OUTSTANDING - among the best."
Suitability and Notes
Ideal for
- Listeners with SACD and CD collections who are looking for a specialized 2-channel disc player.
- Stereo systems with an amplifier or preamplifier that accept fixed analog line-level sources.
- McIntosh systems where Power Control, Data Port, or IR control is intended to be used.
- Systems where an external DAC is intended to be integrated for CD, MP3, or WMA playback.
Less suitable for
- Users who want to use the player as an external DAC for digital sources, as no digital inputs are available.
- Direct listening via headphones, as no headphone output is available.
- Systems that require volume control directly on the player, as the MCD350 uses fixed outputs.
- Setups that expect a digital SACD signal via coaxial or optical outputs.
Conclusion
The McIntosh MCD350 is a focused SACD/CD player for demanding stereo systems and existing disc collections.
It is particularly suitable if a high-quality disc source with analog integration and McIntosh system control is desired.
Anyone who requires digital inputs, a headphone connection, or variable outputs should consider these limitations before purchase.
Technical Data
Audio-Spezifikationen |
|
| Anzahl Kanäle | 2 |
| Fester Ausgangspegel | 2,0 Vrms unsymmetrisch; 4,0 Vrms symmetrisch |
| Variabler Ausgangspegel | nicht vorhanden |
| Ausgangsimpedanz | 600 Ohm unsymmetrisch und symmetrisch |
| Frequenzgang SACD | 4 Hz bis 40 kHz, +0,5 dB, −2 dB |
| Frequenzgang CD | 4 Hz bis 20 kHz, ±0,5 dB |
| Signal-Rausch-Abstand | besser als 108 dB (A-bewertet) / 108 dB |
| Dynamikbereich | besser als 100 dB / 100 dB |
| Klirrfaktor SACD | 0,003 % bei 1.000 Hz |
| Klirrfaktor CD | 0,002 % bei 1.000 Hz |
| Kanaltrennung | besser als 98 dB (1.000 Hz) |
| Kopfhörer-Ausgangsimpedanz | nicht vorhanden |
Digitale Audio-Spezifikationen |
|
| Digital-Analog-Wandler | 2-Kanal, 32-Bit/192 kHz PCM/DSD |
| Digitales Ausgangsformat | S/PDIF (PCM) |
| Digitale Ausgangs-Abtastrate | bis zu 24-Bit/192 kHz |
| Digitaler optischer Ausgang | −15 dBm bis −21 dBm |
| Digitaler Koaxialausgang | 0,5 V p-p / 75 Ohm |
| Digitaler USB-Eingangstyp | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitaler XLR-Ausgang | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitaler MCT-Ausgang | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitaler Ausgangs-Jitter | nicht vorhanden |
| Digitale Ausgabe bei SACD | kein digitales Audiosignal an den Digitalausgängen; Digitalausgänge stumm geschaltet |
| PCM-Ausgabe bei MP3/WMA | PCM-Version des decodierten MP3- und WMA-Signals liegt an den digitalen Audioausgängen an |
Anschlüsse |
|
| Symmetrischer Festpegelausgang | 1 |
| Unsymmetrischer Festpegelausgang | 1 |
| Symmetrischer Variabelausgang | 0 |
| Unsymmetrischer Variabelausgang | 0 |
| Digitaler Koaxialeingang | 0 |
| Digitaler MCT-Eingang | 0 |
| Digitaler optischer Eingang | 0 |
| Digitaler USB-Eingang | 0 |
| Digitaler Koaxialausgang | 1 |
| Digitaler MCT-Ausgang | 0 |
| Digitaler optischer Ausgang | 1 |
| Digitaler XLR-Ausgang | 0 |
| Kopfhörerausgang | 0 |
Steuerung |
|
| Netzsteuer-Eingänge | 1 |
| Netzsteuer-Ausgänge | 1 |
| Dateneingänge Rückseite | 1 |
| IR-Sensoreingänge Rückseite | 1 |
| RS232-Steuereingänge | 0 |
| Fernbedienung | HR086 |
| Automatische Abschaltung | ca. 30 Minuten nach Ausbleiben eines digitalen Audiosignals vom Disc-Betrieb |
| Helligkeit Frontdisplay | hoch, mittel, niedrig, Display aus |
Laufwerk und Medien |
|
| Disc-Formate | CD, SACD, MP3 und WMA |
| Disc-Kapazität | 1 |
| Lasertyp | Zwei-Strahl-Laser (Twin Beam Laser) |
| Laserwellenlänge | 650 nm (SACD); 790 nm (CD) |
| Laserklasse | Klasse IIa / Klasse I |
| Lesegeschwindigkeit | 2-fache Lesegeschwindigkeit |
| Disc-Lade | steife Aluminium-Druckgussschublade |
| CD-Kompatibilität | Standard Redbook CD-Audio-Discs; die meisten CD-R, CD-RW und Dual Discs |
| Hinweis zu bespielten Discs | manche bespielten Discs können aufgrund des Aufnahmezustands oder der Herstellung möglicherweise nicht abgespielt werden |
| MP3/WMA-Voraussetzung | Schreibsoftware entspricht dem ISO-9660-Level-1-Standard |
| SACD Hybrid Disc Standard | SACD Stereo-Ebene |
| SACD Mehrkanal | auf zwei Kanäle abgemischt und an den analogen Audioausgängen verfügbar |
Stromversorgung |
|
| Netzspannung | 100 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 110 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 120 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 220 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 230 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W; 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 35 W |
| Standby-Leistungsaufnahme | < 0,5 W |
| Spannungshinweis | Korrekte Spannung auf der Geräterückseite des MCD350 prüfen |
Abmessungen und Gewicht |
|
| Geräteabmessungen (B × H × T) | 44,45 cm × 15,24 cm × 48,3 cm |
| Erforderlicher Freiraum vor dem Montagepanel bei geöffneter Disc-Lade | 17,2 cm |
| Gerätegewicht | 12,7 kg |
| Versandgewicht | 19,2 kg |
| Versandkarton-Abmessungen | Breite 67,3 cm; Tiefe 62,2 cm; Höhe 29,9 cm |
Aufstellung |
|
| Freie Aufstellung | aufrecht auf einem Tisch oder Regal, auf vier Füßen stehend |
| Einbau | in einem Möbelstück oder Einbauschrank |
| Mindestabstand oben | 5,1 cm |
| Mindestabstand unten | 5,1 cm |
| Mindestabstand seitlich | 2,5 cm pro Seite |
| Tiefe hinter dem Frontpanel | 43,2 cm |
| Freiraum vor dem Montagepanel für Bedienelemente | 2,9 cm |
Design |
|
| Frontpanel | klassisches McIntosh-Schwarzglasfrontpanel |
| Logo | beleuchtet |
| Endkappen | Aluminium |
| Frontpanel-Beleuchtung | LED-Beleuchtung |
Auszeichnungen |
|
| Hi-Fi World | 5 von 5 Globen, Mai 2018 |
| Hi-Fi World Urteil | Maßstabsetzend bei SACD und beeindruckend bei CD. |
| Hi-Fi World Bewertung | HERAUSRAGEND – gehört zum Besten seiner Klasse. |
Lieferumfang |
|
| McIntosh MCD350 | |
| Fernbedienung inkl. Batterien | |
| Netzkabel | |
| Dokumente |
MCD350 AC
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