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McIntosh MA5300: 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier

  • 2 x 100 Watts into 8 Ohm or 160 Watts into 4 Ohm
  • 4 Unbalanced & 1 Balanced Inputs
  • Moving Magnet Input
  • DA1 Digital Audio Module w/ 6 inputs
  • DSD256 & DXD 384 kHz support
  • 8-channel, 32-bit/192 kHz DAC used in Quad Balanced mode
  • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™
  • ¼-inch High Drive Headphone Jack w/ Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
  • Power Guard®
  • Sentry Monitor™
  • Home Theater PassThru
  • Power Control
  • Bass & Treble tone controls

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is the smallest solid state McIntosh 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.

The MA5300’s complement of 12 inputs includes 6 analog inputs (4 unbalanced, 1 balanced and 1 Moving Magnet input for turntables​) and 6 digi​tal 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 the McIntosh DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be replaced by future modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. 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.

Included on the MA5300 are the 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.

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.

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NUMBER OF CHANNELS
2-Channel Integrated Amplifier
CONTINUOUS OUTPUT POWER
2 x 100 Watts into 8 Ohm or 160 Watts into 4 Ohm
HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.005%
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
+0,-0.5DB: 20Hz to 20kHz
Connectivity :
BALANCED INPUT: 1, UNBALANCED INPUT: 4
DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER (DAC) TYPE:
8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
NUMBER OF CHANNELS
2-Channel Integrated Amplifier
CONTINUOUS OUTPUT POWER
2 x 100 Watts into 8 Ohm or 160 Watts into 4 Ohm
HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.005%
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
+0,-0.5DB: 20Hz to 20kHz
Connectivity :
BALANCED INPUT: 1, UNBALANCED INPUT: 4
DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER (DAC) TYPE:
8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced

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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.

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Product Description

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McIntosh MA5300: 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier

  • 2 x 100 Watts into 8 Ohm or 160 Watts into 4 Ohm
  • 4 Unbalanced & 1 Balanced Inputs
  • Moving Magnet Input
  • DA1 Digital Audio Module w/ 6 inputs
  • DSD256 & DXD 384 kHz support
  • 8-channel, 32-bit/192 kHz DAC used in Quad Balanced mode
  • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™
  • ¼-inch High Drive Headphone Jack w/ Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
  • Power Guard®
  • Sentry Monitor™
  • Home Theater PassThru
  • Power Control
  • Bass & Treble tone controls

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is the smallest solid state McIntosh 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.

The MA5300’s complement of 12 inputs includes 6 analog inputs (4 unbalanced, 1 balanced and 1 Moving Magnet input for turntables​) and 6 digi​tal 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 the McIntosh DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be replaced by future modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. 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.

Included on the MA5300 are the 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.

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.

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NUMBER OF CHANNELS
2-Channel Integrated Amplifier
CONTINUOUS OUTPUT POWER
2 x 100 Watts into 8 Ohm or 160 Watts into 4 Ohm
HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.005%
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
+0,-0.5DB: 20Hz to 20kHz
Connectivity :
BALANCED INPUT: 1, UNBALANCED INPUT: 4
DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER (DAC) TYPE:
8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
NUMBER OF CHANNELS
2-Channel Integrated Amplifier
CONTINUOUS OUTPUT POWER
2 x 100 Watts into 8 Ohm or 160 Watts into 4 Ohm
HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.005%
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
+0,-0.5DB: 20Hz to 20kHz
Connectivity :
BALANCED INPUT: 1, UNBALANCED INPUT: 4
DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER (DAC) TYPE:
8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
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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.

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