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RaceCarDriver 02-18-2021 12:28 PM

McIntosh MCD85
 
https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/product...43jCEkafxk3UwI

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https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/-/media...-Angle-CD.ashx


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.

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.

JDCheek 02-18-2021 12:38 PM

I’m having a really hard time with the new design. Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, but I just don’t like it.

paltomare 02-18-2021 01:15 PM

Nope, don't like it.
I'm looking to add a CD player to my McIntosh system and hoping they update the MCD600 to include USB input on the rear and dump the USB drive slot on the front. It could be a long wait.

4Play 02-18-2021 01:28 PM

Major Fail :icon_thumbsdown:

Stahle 02-18-2021 01:53 PM

It looks like someone cut a CD player out of the dashboard of a car.

sid325 02-18-2021 02:23 PM

Nope

Cohibaman 02-18-2021 02:37 PM

Announcing the MCD85 SACD/CD Player
 
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https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/cd-players/MCD85


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cleeds 02-18-2021 02:39 PM

<shudder>
No.
<cringe>

PHC1 02-18-2021 02:41 PM

Can't say I've ever seen a CD loading tray at a 45 deg away from horizontal position before... :confused-12:

aclearspot 02-18-2021 02:46 PM

Mcd85
 
I think the plan was for it to complement the c8 / mc901-830 retro look.
Perhaps trying to cash in with the "steam punk" crowd.


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