McIntosh Integrated Amplifier MA5300 Black

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is the smallest solid state integrated amplifier from McIntosh 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. The 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 the DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be replaced by future modules as 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 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. As a Roon Tested partner, McIntosh has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers, and shared information about its design and capabilities. 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. 

Electronic Specifications:

• Power Output per Channel: 100 Watts into 8 Ohms, 160 Watts into 4 Ohms
• Rated Power Band: 20Hz to 20kHz
• Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB: 20Hz to 20kHz
• Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet): 2.5mV
• Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp input): 110dB
• Maximum Output (Balanced / Unbalanced): 8V Unbalanced
• Number of Channels: 2
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005%
• Frequency Response, +0, -3dB: 10Hz to 100kHz
• Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced): 0.5V/0.25V
• Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet): 82dB
• Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced): 20K/20K
• Speaker Impedance: 4 or 8 Ohms
• Dynamic Headroom: 1.8dB
• Sensitivity (Power Amp input): 1V
• Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level): 95dB
• Damping Factor: 8 Ohms: >200, 4 Ohms: >100

Connectivity: 

• Analog Inputs: 4 Unbalanced, 1 Balanced, 1 Moving Magnet
• Digital Inputs: 2 Coax, 2 Optical, 1 USB, 1 MCT (used with McIntosh MCT series SACD/CD Transports). All are housed in DA1 Digital Audio Module
• Outputs: 1 Unbalanced, Headphone Output (1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD))

Digital Audio Specifications:

• Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type: 8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
• Digital MCT Input Sample Rate: 16-bit/44.1kHz (CD), DSD64 (SACD)
• Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate: 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
• Digital USB Input Sample Rate: 32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM), DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz
• Digital Optical Input Sample Rate: 24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz

Control:

• Tone Controls: Bass and Treble
• Power Control Output: 1 Main
• Input Level Match
• Tone Bypass and Input Assign
• Rear Panel Data Port: 2
• RS232 Control Input
• Rear Panel IR Sensor Input

General Specifications:

• Vacuum Tube or Solid State: Solid State
• Dual Layer Chassis
• Power Requirement: 120V 50/60Hz, 2.3A
• Output Type: Direct Coupled
• Chassis Finish: Black painted steel
• Standby Power Requirement: <0.25 Watts
• Output Meters
• McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks
• Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/2” (44.5cm) x 6” (15.24cm) x 22” (55.88cm) including knobs, connectors and cables
• Unit Weight: 38 lbs (17.2 kg)
• Shipping Weight: 55.5 lbs (25.2 kg)