{"product_id":"mcintosh-mcd85-sacd-cd-player","title":"McIntosh MCD85 SACD\/CD Player","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCompact McIntosh disc playback with a high-resolution DAC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMcIntosh MCD85 SACD\/CD Player\u003c\/strong\u003e combines premium disc playback, a Quad Balanced digital-to-analog converter, and versatile digital inputs in a distinctive compact chassis. It plays commercial SACDs and CDs as well as compatible files from burned CD and DVD data discs, while its USB, coaxial, and optical inputs let it serve as the digital hub of a serious two-channel audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just over 12 inches wide, the MCD85 is narrower than a traditional full-size McIntosh component. Its polished open-chassis design pairs naturally with models such as the C8 preamplifier and MC830 amplifier, yet its balanced and unbalanced outputs make it equally suitable for a wide range of McIntosh and other high-end stereo systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMCD85 highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlays SACD, CD, CD-R\/RW, and DVD-R data discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuad Balanced 8-channel, 32-bit PCM\/DSD DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB audio input supports PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz, DSD256, and DXD384kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo coaxial and two optical digital inputs support PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog stereo outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x disc-reading speed with buffer memory for improved tracking and error correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin-beam optical pickup optimized separately for SACD and CD playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 12-5\/32-inch-wide polished open chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcIntosh Power Control, data, and IR connections for system integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-year McIntosh limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore than a McIntosh CD player\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MCD85 can reproduce compatible AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD, FLAC, MP3, WAV, and WMA files from CD or DVD data discs. Its rear USB Type B input also connects to a computer or compatible digital source, supporting native DSD and DoP playback up to DSD256 plus DXD384kHz. Two coaxial and two optical inputs allow additional digital components to share the MCD85’s internal converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuad Balanced digital conversion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8-channel, 32-bit PCM\/DSD DAC is operated in Quad Balanced mode, assigning four converter channels to the left channel and four to the right. This architecture is designed to reduce noise and deliver precise stereo reproduction from both physical discs and connected digital sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAccurate disc reading and flexible placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscs are read at twice normal speed and their data is placed in buffer memory before playback, improving tracking and error correction. A twin-beam optical pickup uses separate laser wavelengths optimized for SACD and CD media. Because the MCD85 is narrower than standard-width components and includes balanced outputs, it can be positioned close to the listener or integrated into a compact system while using longer balanced cables to reach the preamplifier or integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisc formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSACD, CD, CD-R\/RW, and DVD-R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSupported data-disc files\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD128, FLAC, MP3, WAV up to 24-bit\/192kHz, and WMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDAC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-channel, 32-bit PCM\/DSD, Quad Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSB input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz; DSD256; DXD384kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOther digital inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 coaxial and 2 optical, up to 24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAnalog outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 balanced fixed; 1 unbalanced fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFixed output level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0Vrms balanced; 2.0Vrms unbalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz–20kHz, ±0.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter than 100dB, A-weighted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal harmonic distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.02% at 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-5\/32 W x 7-3\/4 H x 16-1\/4 D inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthorized McIntosh dealer support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Exchange in Richmond, Virginia can help you compare McIntosh disc players, plan digital and analog connections, evaluate trade-ins, and arrange a demonstration. Contact us to confirm availability and determine whether the MCD85 is the right source component for your system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McIntosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45745745002543,"sku":"MCD85","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0235\/1375\/9791\/files\/MCD85AngleCD.jpg?v=1785940327","url":"https:\/\/audio-exchange.com\/products\/mcintosh-mcd85-sacd-cd-player","provider":"Audio-Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}