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McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier

MSA5500 2-Channel Streaming Integrated Amplifier

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  • All-In-One McIntosh Amplification and Streaming
  • Works with Apple® AirPlay®, Bluetooth®, Google Cast™, Qobuz Connect, Spotify® Connect, and TIDAL® Connect 
  • Roon Ready and Roon Tested
  • Dedicated turntable input
  • HDMI (ARC) input for unparalleled TV sound
  • 100 Watts into 8 Ohm speakers
  • 160 Watts into 4 Ohm speakers
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ALL-IN-ONE EFFORTLESS MUSIC STREAMING

The MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier is both a full featured music streamer and powerful integrated amplifier in one. It can serve as the cornerstone of your audio setup, whether it be your first venture into high-fidelity audio, an addition to your existing system, or to use at your office or vacation home. Crafted to perfection and compact in size, the MSA5500 is tailor-made for modern living spaces, making it an ideal choice for those seeking premium audio in more confined environments.

The versatile MSA5500 has a wide assortment of wireless music streaming capabilities plus a variety of physical inputs to connect source components. If all your music is cloud based digital music, a simple addition of speakers is all that's needed to be bathed in elevated sound quality.

ENDLESS STREAMING POSSIBILITIES AWAIT

The MSA5500 is compatible with a multitude of leading streaming technologies and platforms including Apple® AirPlay®; Bluetooth®; Google Cast™ (formerly Chromecast); Qobuz Connect; Spotify® Connect; and TIDAL® Connect. No special control app or technical skills are needed; the easy-to-use MSA5500 invites you to simply stream your music directly from your smart device.1 If you've been using a lower quality wireless home sound system, then listening to your favorite tracks through the MSA5500 will be like hearing them again for the first time.

McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier

For Bluetooth streaming, the MSA5500 utilizes Bluetooth 5.0; the high bitrate Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) standard; Qualcomm® aptX™ HD for hi res audio playback; and Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, a robust solution that delivers high resolution, uninterrupted audio over Bluetooth. Two Wi-Fi 6 antennas and one Bluetooth antenna provide stable wireless connections, while an Ethernet port is also available for wired connections.

STREAMED MUSIC HAS NEVER SOUNDED SO GOOD

To elevate your auditory experience of your digital music, the MSA5500 employs an audiophile-grade digital-to-analog converter (DAC) to convert digital signals into the analog format needed for playback. This next generation, Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit DAC features huge dynamic range and low distortion. Regardless the file format, you can expect a transcendent audio experience with pristine sound reproduction. 

The MSA5500 has received Roon Ready certification from Roon Labs, making it an endpoint device for use with the Roon music player. Roon brings all your music together and adds tons of data – bios, reviews, photos, lyrics, tour dates, and cross-linked credits for performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and composers. Roon Ready network devices have Roon streaming technology built in and are certified by Roon to provide the highest level of quality and performance in network streaming. It has also received Roon Tested certification as Roon has profiled it to ensure simple setup and effortless daily use.

ALL THE CONNECTIONS YOU NEED

In addition to all its streaming capabilities, the MSA5500 also comes 7 digital and 5 analog audio inputs to connect audio components, such as a CD player or tuner, plus a Moving Magnet phono input to connect a turntable. The digital inputs support high resolution digital audio playback; the USB input supports native playback of DSD512 and DXD up to 384kHz, while the coax and optical inputs can decode digital music up to 24-bit/192kHz. 

McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
Besides wireless connections for streaming, the MSA5500 includes plenty of physical inputs to connect a variety of devices.

UNRIVALED TV SOUND

The inclusion of an HDMI (ARC) input lets you connect your compatible TV so you can enjoy your favorite shows and movies with a sound quality level that TV speakers or soundbars just can't provide.2 Popular multi-channel audio formats from Dolby® and DTS® will be expertly converted to two-channel audio for proper playback. The subwoofer output allows for a powered subwoofer to be added for extra punch so you can feel every bass and low-end note.

McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
Enjoy your favorite shows and movies with a sound quality level unmatched by TV speakers or soundbars.

HEAR SOUND LIKE NEVER BEFORE WITH UNCOMPROMISING MCINTOSH AMPLIFICATION

The power amplifier section of the MSA5500 proves that extraordinary sound knows no bounds. Delivering 100 Watts per channel into 8 Ohm speakers or 160 Watts per channel into 4 Ohm speakers, this amplifier ensures ample power delivery for a diverse array of speakers, such as our vintage styled ML1 Loudspeaker Mk II, XR50 Bookshelf Speakers, XR100 Floorstanding Speakers, or a variety of other speakers. Real-time power output is visualized through fast responding, dual-scale Watt meters in our trademarked McIntosh "Blue" color, affording insight into the amplifier's performance.

An arsenal of other McIntosh technologies is included that will contribute to the MSA5500's longevity and reliability:

  • Power Guard® that monitors the output signal for over driving and makes real time micro adjustments to the input signal to prevent harsh sounding clipping that could potentially damage your speakers
  • Our fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit Sentry Monitor™ that disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe operating levels and then resets automatically when operating conditions return to normal
  • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™ which are connected to advanced high current output transistors that minimize thermal equilibrium lag (or warm-up) time and help keep the MSA5500 running cool
  • Home Theater PassThru that allows for seamless integration into a home theater system
  • Our patented Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts that easily but securely attach the speaker cables to prevent them from coming loose and possibly causing a short; the binding posts are also gold-plated to prevent corrosion and ensure a quality signal is sent over your speaker cables to your speakers
  • High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) which can bring an added dimension to headphone listening
  • Power Control to send power on/off signals to connected McIntosh components for easy system power up and shutdown
McIntosh MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier
Besides streaming, the MSA5500 can be the centerpiece of a vinyl system. MSA5500 shown with MT5 Precision Turntable and a pair of vintage styled ML1 Loudspeaker Mk IIs.

ACCOMODATES YOUR CHANGING NEEDS

As your audio needs evolve, the MSA5500 can grow with you. Someday you may move into a bigger space or add a larger set of speakers and find that you need more power. If that happens, you could bypass the internal amplifier and connect a bigger external amplifier – all while continuing to use the MSA5500's familiar streaming and preamplifier sections. You can rest assured that the MSA5500 can accommodate your changing needs and be a lifelong partner in your audio pursuits.

EMBRACE THE ICONIC MCINTOSH EXPERIENCE

Elegantly appointed with timeless McIntosh aesthetics, including blue Watt meters, a sleek black glass front panel with aluminum end caps, rotary control knobs, an illuminated logo, and impeccable build quality, the MSA5500 epitomizes audio sophistication. Contact your local dealer today to embark on your journey of audio discovery.

  1. To connect the MSA5500 to your wireless network via an Android device, or to enable Google Cast functionality from any type of device, you will need to use our McIntosh Cast Connect app that is available for both Android and Apple devices.
  2. The HDMI (ARC) input will only play audio from a compatible TV. It will not pass video to or from a TV, or play audio from any non-TV source. TV must have an HDMI (ARC) output.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademarks of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Google Cast is a trademark of Google LLC.

  • Specifications

    Electronic Specifications

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

    Connectivity

    • Balanced Input
      1
    • Unbalanced Input
      4
    • Phono Input Moving Coil
      0
    • Phono Input Moving Magnet
      1 (fixed loading)
    • Upgradeable Digital Audio Module
      No
    • Digital Coaxial Input
      2
    • Digital Optical Input
      2
    • Digital MCT Input
      1
    • Digital USB Input
      1
    • HDMI (ARC) Input
      1
    • Balanced Variable Output
      0
    • Unbalanced Fixed Output
      0
    • Unbalanced Variable Output
      1
    • Headphone Output
      1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
    • Subwoofer Output
      1
    • AM/FM Tuner option
      No
    • Home Theater PassThru
      Yes
    • Unbalanced Analog Connector Type
      Standard
    • Speaker Binding Post Type
      Standard
    • Service Port
      1

    Digital Audio Specifications

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

    Control

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

    General Specifications

    • Vacuum Tube or Solid State
      Solid State
    • Output Type
      Direct Coupled
    • Output Meters
      Yes
    • Dual Layer Chassis
      Yes
    • Chassis Finish
      Black painted steel
    • McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™
      Yes
    • Power Requirement
      100 Volts, 50/60Hz at 3.7 amps
      110 Volts, 50/60Hz at 3.4 amps
      120 Volts, 50/60Hz at 3.2 amps
      220 Volts, 50/60Hz at 1.8 amps
      230 Volts, 50/60Hz at 1.6 amps
      240 Volts, 50/60Hz at 1.6 amps
    • Standby Power Requirement
      <0.25 Watts

    Weights & Dimensions

    • Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
      17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.2cm) (8-1/8” (20.6cm) with vertical antenna) x 18-3/4” (47.6cm) with vertical antenna (22-1/4" (56.5cm) with horizontal antenna)
    • Unit Weight
      38 lbs (17.2 kg)
    • Shipping Weight
      55.5 lbs (25.2 kg)
  • Downloads

    Product Literature User Documents Apps Software Updates
    • MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Brochure (7.84 MB)
    • MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Product Sheet (0.74 MB)
    • MSA5500 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Owner's Manual (2.92 MB)
    • External Control Codes (0.38 MB)
    • Cast Connect App for Android Devices
    • Cast Connect App for Apple Devices
    • McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver I v1.13 (compatible with Windows 10 and 11) (3.86 MB)
    • McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver I v1.5 (compatible with Windows 7) (2.1 MB)

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