{"product_id":"ds200-ac","title":"DS200 AC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcIntosh DS200: Streamer, DAC, and Digital Preamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Streaming Without a Special Control App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo special control app or technical expertise is required for operation. Music can be streamed directly from a smartphone \nor tablet to the DS200, with playback occurring through \nthe existing home audio system. A remote control is also \nincluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse Streaming Services Directly from Familiar Apps \n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQobuz Connect, Spotify Connect including Spotify Lossless, and TIDAL \nConnect including TIDAL Max are supported. This maintains \noperation within familiar music apps; the mobile device acts as \na remote control for volume, track selection, and other playback functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple AirPlay, Bluetooth, and Google Cast for Flexible \nUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, the DS200 supports Apple AirPlay, Bluetooth, and Google Cast. \nThis makes the streaming DAC practical even for households where multiple \npeople use different devices or preferred streaming methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStable Connection via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Ethernet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo Wi-Fi antennas, one Bluetooth antenna, and an Ethernet port cover \nwireless and wired connections. For voice control, the DS200 is \ncompatible with Google Assistant, provided a compatible \nGoogle Assistant device is used on the same network.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.0 with AAC, aptX HD, and aptX Low Latency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Bluetooth streaming, the DS200 uses Bluetooth 5.0, AAC, Qualcomm aptX HD \nand Qualcomm aptX Low Latency. aptX HD is designed for hi-res audio playback; \naptX Low Latency improves transmission speed to keep audio and video \nbetter synchronized with compatible media.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e32-Bit DAC for Digital Music Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigital-to-analog conversion is handled by a quad-balanced 8-channel 32-bit DAC. \nIt converts digital music signals into an analog signal that can then \nbe played back by a preamplifier, integrated amplifier, power amplifier, and speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoon Ready and Roon Tested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DS200 can be used as a Roon Ready Endpoint. Additionally, it is Roon \nTested, which is designed for easy setup and daily use with Roon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEight Digital Inputs for Streamers, TV, CD Players, and Other \nSources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition to streaming, the McIntosh DS200 offers eight digital audio inputs. These \ninclude coaxial, optical, USB, MCT, AES\/EBU, and HDMI ARC connections, allowing \ndigital sources such as CD players, tuners, computers, or a compatible TV \nto be integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFixed or Variable Output Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DS200 has balanced and unbalanced analog outputs. In fixed \noutput mode, a preamplifier, integrated amplifier, or other device \nhandles volume control; in variable mode, the DS200 can be connected directly to a \npower amplifier in a purely digital system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMcIntosh Design with Classic Front Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e         \n  The DS200 features typical McIntosh characteristics such as \na black glass front panel, rotary knobs, an illuminated logo, and precisely fitting aluminum end caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHi-Fi+ Highly Commended \nAward for the McIntosh DS200.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McIntosh","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":54748640772437,"sku":"61417","price":6100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/9715\/6693\/files\/IMG61417_170508.jpg?v=1787666722","url":"https:\/\/fidelity-hh.de\/en\/products\/ds200-ac","provider":"Fidelity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}