The unique MTI100 Integrated Turntable looks and feels stunning. From the moment I first laid eyes on the MTI100 in my local audio store, I’d been eager to review it – when companies like McIntosh, Linn and Naim turn their efforts to unique products such as this, new benchmarks are often set, the whole industry moves forward and everyone who listens to music benefits.Īs I prepped for writing up my experience of the new one-of-a-kind MTI100 integrated turntable, I was reminded that McIntosh amplifiers had powered Woodstock in 1969, and the Grateful Dead’s 28,000 watt ‘Wall of Sound’ in 1974 and that despite maintaining their very distinctive and ‘old-school’ styling they had, like many high end audio manufacturers, moved with the times and expanded their product range beyond the 2-channel realm to include home theatre and lifestyle systems. As an audiophile, I’ve had positive experiences on occasions where I’ve heard McIntosh amplifiers powering speakers like B&W’s 800D and Sonus faber’s Amati Homage. It's also a simple starting point for those just getting into the world of high-end audio or looking for a better way to enjoy their vinyl recordings.I’ve never actually owned any McIntosh audio gear, but when I think of the brand the words ‘classic’ and ‘classy’ spring to mind, and in the case of their new MTI100 so does ‘cool’. All you have to do is add a couple of loudspeakers and your favorite source components to enjoy all your favorite music without sacrificing quality or needing a whole lot of space. With the MTI100, it’s easy to build a high-end McIntosh audio system anywhere in your Roswell or Metro Atlanta house. With increased gain and power features, it is compatible with all headphone types. For a more intimate listening experience, there is also a dedicated headphone amplifier and jack. Though the receiver is primarily designed for 2-channel use, with two dedicated speaker outputs in the back of the amplifier, there is also a subwoofer output included. It also includes analog and digital audio inputs to add your CD player, media server, or even a television.
#Mcintosh turntable Bluetooth#
The receiver includes a dedicated Bluetooth antenna to provide a reliable signal quality. Stream your favorite music through the MTI100’s built-in High-Definition Bluetooth 4.2 input that lets you connect any Bluetooth device. Housed alongside it are a vacuum tube preamplifier and a phono preamplifier within its own custom box to keep noise from contaminating your vinyl record. Electronicsīeneath the turntable architecture is a Class D amplifier that provides up to 80 watts per channel at 4 Ohms impedance or 50 watts per speakers at 8 Ohms. When it comes to the cartridge, the MTI-100 employs a Sumiko Olympia Moving Magnet cartridge with an upgraded stylus that offers improved frequency response and more dynamic sound. The platter runs in synch with the AC power line frequency, resulting in more precise playback quality.
#Mcintosh turntable driver#
A permanent magnet AC synchronous motor powers the 33 1/3 and 45 rpm belt driver which allows for manual speed changes. The turntable gets added stability through a thick metal plate underneath the glass. The turntable uses a 7-pound aluminum platter matched with a machined aluminum tonearm, both sitting on a thick piece of glass.
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