McIntosh MA5300 : Integrated Amplifier

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.

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.

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.

The MA5300 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. It has been profiled and tested by both Roon and McIntosh for maximum compatibility. Roon will recognize it and send it audio optimized for its capabilities. No fiddling with checkboxes or dropdowns, Roon Tested devices are automatically identified and configured out of the box for a superior customer experience.

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 : McIntosh MA5300

• ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

  • Power Output per Channel

    100 Watts into 8 Ohms
    160 Watts into 4 Ohms

  • Number of Channels

    2

  • Speaker Impedance

    4 or 8 Ohms

  • 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

  • Digital Coaxial Input

    2

  • Digital Optical Input

    2

  • Digital MCT (DIN) Input

    1

  • Digital USB Input

    1

  • 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 (DIN) 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

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    17-1/2″ (44.45cm) x 6″ (15.24cm) x 22″ (55.88cm)

  • Weight

    38 lbs (17.2 kg)

  • Shipping Weight

    55.5 lbs (25.2 kg)