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McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier

MA5300 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier

  • 100 Watts into 8 Ohms
  • 160 Watts into 4 Ohms
  • Comes with DA1 Digital Audio Module installed
  • Optional dealer installed upgrade to DA2 Digital Audio Module available
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  • McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier Stereo+ 5 Star Award
  • The Stereo Times 2020 Most Wanted Components logo
  • Roon Tested logo

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is our 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.

McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier

There are many integrateds in this price category, "but nobody does it 'the McIntosh way.' You get all the things you want from an amplifier: power, control and high resolution with tons of details. You get an amplifier that plays from the heart." Awarded 5 out of 5 stars. - Stereo+

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 our MCT series of SACD/CD Transports). All digital inputs are housed in our DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be replaced by future modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. (NOW AVAILABLE: Optional dealer installed upgrade to the DA2 Digital Audio Module.) 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.

McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier

"If I were to begin building (once again) a highly accurate laboratory reference audio system, I would base everything on the corner stone that is the McIntosh MA5300 Integrated Amplifier." - Enjoy The Music

Included on the MA5300 are our 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.

McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsink.

"If you were looking for an integrated amplifier with substantial physical presence but also deft handling of music then I recommend you test your ears with the McIntosh MA5300." - Stereonet

The MA5300 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. As a Roon Tested partner, McIntosh has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers, and shared information about its design and capabilities.

The MA5300 is a "clean, open-sounding, ‘iron fist in a velvet glove’ amplifier that is very faithful to the source" that is able to put "the music and fun into recordings, regardless of their quality." A system built around the MA5300 is "likely to provide a massive amount of musical enjoyment for a very long time." - HiFi Wigwam

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. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

  • Specifications

    Electronic Specifications

    • FTC Power Output Rating
      100 W
    • Power Output per Channel
      100 W into 8 ohms
      160 W into 4 ohms
    • Number of Channels
      2
    • 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 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 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

    Control

    • Tone Controls
      Bass and Treble
    • Tone Bypass and Input Assign
      Yes
    • RS232 Control Input
      Yes
    • Power Control Output
      1 Main
    • Rear Panel Data Port
      2
    • Rear Panel IR Sensor Input
      Yes
    • Input Level Match
      Yes

    General Specifications

    • Vacuum Tube or Solid State
      Solid State
    • Output Type
      Direct Coupled
    • Output Meters
      Yes
    • Dual Layer Chassis
      Yes
    • Chassis Finish
      Black painted steel
    • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™
      Yes
    • Power Requirement
      120V 50/60Hz, 2.3A
    • Standby Power Requirement
      <0.25 Watts

    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)
  • Downloads

    Product Literature User Documents Software Updates
    • MA5300 Integrated Amplifier Brochure (1.33 MB)
    • MA5300 Integrated Amplifier Owner's Manual (6.75 MB)
    • MA5300 Integrated Amplifier Connection Diagram (0.99 MB)
    • MA5300 Integrated Amplifier Input Assignment Chart (0.13 MB)
    • Important Additional Operation Information Guide - Lithium Batteries (4.91 MB)
    • For units with DA1 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver D v2.0 (compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10) (If v1.0 of driver is installed, it must be uninstalled before installing v2.0.) (4.53 MB)
    • For units with DA2 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver I v1.13 (compatible with Windows 10 and 11) (3.86 MB)
    • For units with DA2 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver I v1.5 (compatible with Windows 7) (2.1 MB)
  • Reviews & Awards

    Reviews & Awards
    • MA5300 Review Stereo+ January 2018 (1.73 MB)
    • MA5300 Review Enjoy The Music March 2018

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