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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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.

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.

Both balanced and unbalanced fixed analog stereo outputs are available to connect the MCD85 to your preamplifier, integrated 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.

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 optimized 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.

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 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 MCT Input
  
  0
- Digital Optical Input
  
  2
- Digital USB Input
  
  1
- Digital USB Input Type
  
  Type B
- Digital Coaxial Output
  
  0
- Digital MCT Output
  
  0
- Digital Optical Output
  
  0
- Digital XLR Output
  
  0
- Headphone Output
  
  0
Control
- Power Control Input
  
  1
- Power Control Output
  
  1
- Rear Panel Data Input
  
  1
- Rear Panel IR Sensor Input
  
  1
- RS232 Control Input
  
  0
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)

Downloads

Product Literature	User Documents	Software Updates
MCD85 SACD/CD Player Brochure (1.32 MB)	MCD85 SACD/CD Player Owner's Manual (4.88 MB)	McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver D v2.0 (compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10) (4.53 MB)

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