D/A converter MDA200

The McIntosh MDA200 is a high-quality digital-to-analog converter (DAC) ideal for discerning music lovers who want to enjoy digital music sources in the highest sound quality. With its advanced technology and classic McIntosh design, it can be seamlessly integrated into existing audio systems or used as a central digital hub.

🎵 Sound quality & technology

DAC : Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit digital-to-analog converter

Supported formats :
USB: PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, DSD up to DSD512, DXD up to 384kHz
Coaxial/Optical: PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz

Digital inputs :
2 x coaxial
2 x optical
1 x USB Type B
1 x HDMI (ARC)
1 x MCT (for McIntosh SACD/CD transports)

Analog outputs :
1 x balanced (XLR)
1 x unbalanced (RCA)

Roon Tested : Compatible with Roon for seamless integration into digital music libraries

Modular design : Replaceable DA2 digital module for future upgrades

⚙️ Technical data

Frequency response : +0, -0.5 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz; +0, -3 dB from 5 Hz to 60 kHz (source dependent)

Signal-to-noise ratio : 100 dB

Dynamic range : 100 dB

Total harmonic distortion : 0.005%

Maximum output voltage :
Fixed: 4.0 V RMS (balanced), 2.0 V RMS (unbalanced)
Variable: 0–16 V RMS (balanced), 0–8 V RMS (unbalanced)

Output impedance : 100 Ohm (balanced and unbalanced)

📐 Design & Construction

Dimensions (W x H x D) : 44.45 cm x 9.8 cm x 39.95 cm

Weight : 6.1 kg

Housing : Black glass front with illuminated McIntosh logo, aluminum knobs and easy-to-read display with adjustable brightness

Operation : Front ADJUST control and supplied remote control

🔌 Connectivity & Integration

Digital inputs :

2 x coaxial
2 x optical
1 x USB Type B
1 x HDMI (ARC)
1 x MCT

Analog outputs :

1 x balanced (XLR)
1 x unbalanced (RCA)

Control connections :

1 x Power Control Input
1 x Power Control Output
1 x data port
1 x IR sensor input

The McIntosh MDA200 offers outstanding digital sound quality and versatile connectivity in a sleek enclosure. Thanks to its modular design, it's future-proof and can be flexibly integrated into various audio systems. Whether as an upgrade for existing systems or as a central digital interface, the MDA200 impresses with its performance and build quality.