Excellent demonstration of McIntosh 's know-how in solid state stereo preamplifiers, the C49 combines an elaborate circuit topology executed with the highest quality components with the versatile D1 Digital Audio Module to take full advantage of new high-end audio formats. resolution.
The DA1 includes a total of six digital inputs (2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 USB and 1 MCT), while its DAC functionality is compatible with recordings in DSD256 (11.2 MHz) and DXD with a sample rate of 384 kHz. To do this, it includes an audiophile-grade 8-channel D/A conversion “chip” with 32-bit technology configured in Quad Balanced mode to maximize dynamic range and minimize distortion. Likewise, McIntosh 's exclusive MCT input allows for a secure DSD connection with any of the brand's CD/SACD transport mechanisms and optimizes the sound quality of SACDs.
When it comes to analog connectivity, the C49 includes a total of 7 inputs, including two for turntables, as well as 2 variable level outputs in balanced and unbalanced formats. The C49 is completed with a headphone jack powered by the exclusive Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD), ensuring compatibility with all types of headphones.
Characteristics:
- Reference “solid state” stereo preamplifier with built-in DAC.
- Equipped with McIntosh DA1 digital module.
- Optional possibility of incorporating the McIntosh DA2 digital module.
- USB DAC section compatible with DSD256 encoded files.
- Executed with components of the highest quality.
- Approved Roon Tested.
- Separate phono inputs for turntables equipped with MM and MC cartridges.
- Balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) analog inputs and outputs.
- McIntosh 's exclusive dedicated headphone amplifier.
- Frequency response of 15-100,000 Hz, +0 dB, -3 dB.
- Line input sensitivity/impedance: 900 mV/44 kohms (XLR).
- Phono input sensitivity: 4.5 mV in MM and 0.45 mV in MC.
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB Line, 82 dB/Phone MM and 80 dB/Phone MC.
- Dimensions: 444.5 x 152 x 457.2mm (W x H x D).
- Weight: 10.4 kg.
Upgrade option with DA2 DAC module for €1,299 more.
