{"product_id":"mcintosh-ds200-streaming-dac","title":"McIntosh DS200 Streaming DAC","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMcIntosh DS200 Streaming DAC\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNetwork streamer and DAC with Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon, HDMI ARC, and eight digital inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McIntosh DS200 Streaming DAC combines network streaming, high-resolution digital conversion, and extensive digital connectivity in a single component. It supports Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Bluetooth, and Roon, allowing music to be played directly from familiar apps without requiring a dedicated McIntosh control application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the DS200 is a Quad Balanced, eight-channel, 32-bit DAC. USB playback supports PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD512, and DXD up to 384 kHz, while coaxial and optical inputs support PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz. An MCT input accepts both CD and SACD data from compatible McIntosh transports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS200 provides eight digital inputs in total, including USB, coaxial, optical, AES\/EBU, MCT, and HDMI ARC. HDMI ARC allows compatible televisions to feed audio directly into the system, with supported Dolby and DTS multichannel formats converted to two-channel audio for stereo playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced and unbalanced analog outputs can operate at either fixed or variable level. In fixed mode, the DS200 functions as a source component feeding a conventional preamplifier or integrated amplifier. Variable mode adds volume control, allowing it to connect directly to a power amplifier in an all-digital system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt-In Network Streaming\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS200 supports Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Apple AirPlay, and Google Cast, allowing compatible apps and devices to stream directly to the component over the network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRoon Ready and Roon Tested\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoon Ready certification allows the DS200 to operate as a network endpoint within a Roon system, while Roon Tested certification confirms compatibility for straightforward setup and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQuad Balanced DAC\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Quad Balanced, eight-channel, 32-bit DAC handles digital-to-analog conversion, supporting high-resolution PCM, DXD, and DSD playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEight Digital Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo coaxial, two optical, USB, AES\/EBU, MCT, and HDMI ARC inputs accommodate a wide variety of digital sources ranging from computers and disc transports to televisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Resolution USB Playback\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USB input supports PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz along with DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512, and DXD at 352.8 and 384 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBluetooth 5.0\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth 5.0 provides wireless playback with AAC, Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD, and aptX Low Latency support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHDMI ARC\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn HDMI Audio Return Channel input allows the DS200 to reproduce television audio through a two-channel system. Compatible Dolby and DTS multichannel signals are converted to stereo for playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFixed or Variable Outputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balanced and unbalanced analog outputs can be configured for fixed or variable level. Variable operation allows the DS200 to control volume directly when connected to a power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMcIntosh System Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Control, Data, IR sensor, and RS232 connections allow the DS200 to integrate with compatible McIntosh components and more advanced control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcIntosh DS200 Streaming DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Network music streamer and DAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit\/384 kHz PCM\/DSD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 Hz–20 kHz, ±0.5 dB; 5 Hz–60 kHz \u003cb\u003e(+0.5\/–3 dB)\u003c\/b\u003e, source dependent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.005%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFixed Output Level:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 V RMS balanced; 2 V RMS unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVariable Output Level:\u003c\/b\u003e 0–16 V RMS balanced; 0–8 V RMS unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Impedance:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 ohms balanced and unbalanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStreaming Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Qobuz Connect, Roon, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWi-Fi:\u003c\/b\u003e 802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac, 2.4\/5 GHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/b\u003e Bluetooth 5.0 with AVRCP, A2DP, aptX, aptX HD, and aptX Low Latency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Coaxial Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Optical Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMCT Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAES\/EBU Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI Input:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 ARC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNetwork Connection:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Ethernet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced Analog Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 stereo pair, fixed or variable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbalanced Analog Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 stereo pair, fixed or variable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoaxial Input Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e 24-bit\/44.1–192 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptical Input Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e 24-bit\/44.1–192 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Input Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e PCM 32-bit\/44.1–384 kHz; DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512; DXD 352.8 and 384 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMCT Input Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-bit\/44.1 kHz CD; DSD64 SACD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNetwork\/Wi-Fi Resolution:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 24-bit\/192 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Control Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Control Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eData Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIR Sensor Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRS232 Control:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions (H × W × D):\u003c\/b\u003e 6\" × 17-1\/2\" × 17\" (15.2 × 44.5 × 43.2 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 20.5 lb. 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