McIntosh MCD350 SACD Player - Pre-Loved

General:
Price listed is MSRP. Please call to order and discuss pricing.

This MCD350 will come with its manual, remote and box just as new. Tested and functioning well with CD + SACD.

A SkyFi 1-year warranty will be included with this product (no McIntosh warranty). 

It will be shipped in its original McIntosh double box to ensure safe transit, as packaging like this is essential for units of this type.

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From McIntosh:
Standout Features:
• 2-Channel, 32-bit/192kHz DAC
• Fixed analog stereo outputs

General:

The MCD350 SACD/CD Player delivers a pure playback experience from your SACDs and CDs.

It features a balanced 2-channel, 32-bit/192kHz Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). Fixed analog stereo outputs are available in both balanced and unbalanced offerings; a coax and optical output are also available if you prefer to send the digital audio signal to an external DAC, preamplifier or home theater processor. All analog plus the digital coax outputs are gold plated or superior corrosion resistance.

"Definitive with SACD and impressive with CD too." Awarded 5 out of 5 Globes. - Hi-Fi World

The MCD350 features 2x read speed so that all discs placed in its rigid aluminum die-cast tray are read at higher speeds allowing their data to be stored in a buffer memory for a better error correction and tracking.

A twin laser optical pickup uses a single objective lens with two laser units each employing different wavelengths that are optimized for SACD and CD playback.

The classic McIntosh black glass front panel with an illuminated logo and aluminum end caps complete the unit

SkyFi Cosmetic Notes:
Very light signs of wear on the unit. Looks basically new. Very good condition overall.

SkyFi Technical Notes:
Tested SACD and CD playback.

Brand Background:
McIntosh Laboratory is an American manufacturer of handcrafted high-end audio equipment based in Binghamton, New York. The company was founded in 1949 by Frank McIntosh. The company designs and produces audio amplifiers, stereo tuners and other consumer electronics products.

Ownership:
Single Owner

Connections:
RCA, XLR, Power control,

General Sound:
Smooth, uncolored, undistorted natural and clean

Cosmetic Condition:
9/10 = Excellent. Perfect physical condition, gently used. See our detailed rating description here.

Working Condition:
Working perfectly and tested on our bench with both CD and DVD. XLR and RCA working as they should.

Included:
Unit, box, Manual, Power Cord

Packing:
Original Manufacturers Packing

Specs:
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Channels
2
Fixed Output Level
2.0Vrms Unbalanced
4.0Vrms Balanced
Variable Output Level
N/A
Output Impedance
600 ohms Unbalanced and Balanced
Frequency Response
4Hz to 40kHz, +0.5, -2dB (SACD)
4Hz to 20kHz, ±0.5dB (CD)
Signal To Noise Ratio
Better than 108dB (A-weighted)
Dynamic Range
Better than 100dB
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.003% @ 1000Hz (SACD)
0.002% @ 1000Hz (CD)
Channel Separation
Better than 98dB (1,000Hz)
Headphone Output Impedance
N/A
DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type
2-channel, 32-bit/192kHz PCM/DSD
Coaxial Sample Rate
N/A
Optical Sample Rate
N/A
USB Sample Rate
N/A
Digital Coaxial Input
N/A
Digital Optical Input
N/A
Digital Output Sample Rate
Up to 24-bit/192kHz
Digital Optical Output
-15dbm to -21dbm
Digital USB Input Type
N/A
Digital Coaxial Output
0.5V p-p/75 ohms
Digital XLR Output
N/A
Digital MCT Output
N/A
Digital Output Jitter
N/A
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Disc Formats
CD, SACD, MP3 and WMA
Disc Capacity
1
Laser Type
Twin Beam
Laser Beam Wavelength
650nm (SACD)
790nm (CD)
Laser Power
CLASS IIa/CLASS I
Standby Power Requirement
<0.5 watt

Dimensions:
17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.24cm) x 19" (48.3cm) Note: When the Disc Tray is opened, the panel clearance required in front of mounting panel is 6-3/4 inches (17.2cm).

Weight:
28 lbs.

Link to Manual:
Click Here

Recommended Cables:
Kimber Kable - RCA Interconnects - Better

Kimber Kable - RCA Interconnects - Best

Kimber Kable - BALANCED XLR Connectors - Better

Kimber Kable - BALANCED XLR Connectors - Best

Kimber Kable - Coaxial Digital Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Optical Digital Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Digital AES/EBU Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Select Series Reference USB Cable

Kimber Kable - Power Cords - Good

Kimber Kable - Power Cords - Better

Kimber Kable - 14AWG (Gauge) Power Cords - Best

Testing Process:
We start with a visual inspection of all internal components to make sure that there are no signs of heat stress or damage. Capacitors are checked for telltale signs of predictive failure including bulging, shrunken wrappers, or physical leakage. We also inspect resistors and other passive components for signs of overheating. When the unit is first powered on we check the drawer mechanism function.

After the visual inspection we connect the CD Player RCA outputs to our Sencore PA81 Power Analyzer which simulates a real world input impedance and allows us to monitor the output on an oscilloscope. We start with a test CD with precision test signals to verify proper output on both channels. If the CD player has balanced outputs these are also tested at this time.

If this check passes, we move onto evaluation with actual music CDs. We listen for clicks, skips, and drops during playback. At this time we also check the transport functions including Play, Pause, Stop, Repeat Track, Next Track, Previous Track, Fast Forward, Rewind, and programming if applicable. If the unit has a remote control, all remote control functions are verified.

If the CD player is capable of SACD playback we test its ability to read SACD layers on multiple discs including standard and hybrid SACD's. At this time we also check the unit’s digital outputs where applicable. If SACD layers are being properly read we should see the digital outputs mute during playback. On redbook CD playback we verify that each digital output maintains proper lock on our bench DAC.

After bench testing is completed, CD players are set up for testing on our long term test rig. During extended testing we make sure that unit can play through several different discs from beginning to end with no skips or lockups.