- Supports DSD and DXD
- 2 Coax, 2 Optical, 1 USB Input
D150
2-Channel Digital Preamplifier
The D150 Digital Preamplifier expands McIntosh's digital music capabilities by supporting many of the newest digital audio formats such as DSD and DXD. A USB input accepts up to 32-bit/384kHz signals and supports DSD64, DSD128, DXD 352.8kHz and DXD 384kHz. Two coaxial and two optical inputs accept up to 24-bit/192kHz signals. It is a simple solution to add the latest digital music formats to your existing system.
The D150 and MCT450 "just ran happily and unobtrusively, doing what they were asked, and doing it to the highest possible audible standards... They bring together the very highest levels of high fidelity performance, and reliable, feature-laden delivery. This is truly impressive gear." - Audio Esoterica
The D150 and MCT450 combo plays “perfectly and in the right way... the dynamics of these two McIntosh seems to have no comparison!” - audio-activity.com
Balanced and unbalanced connections are available for both variable and fixed volume audio outputs, providing flexibility in setting up and connecting your system. Or simply add an amplifier, a pair of speakers and a digital source for a complete digital based stereo system. For enjoying SACDs, the unique MCT input connects to select McIntosh models with a MCT output - like the MCT500 SACD/CD transport - to deliver the purest possible sound quality. It's also flexible enough to be used as a headphone amplifier; just connect your digital sources and a pair of headphones, such as the MHP1000 (not included), for a personal listening experience.
For price, performance and overall rating, the D150 and MCT450 were awarded the Uber level with 97 points out of 100. - Stereoplay
After using the D150 and MCT450, McIntosh "digital products are as excellent as their amplifiers, the quality is stable and fabulous as usual and also able to integrate with the Hi-Res audio trend. McIntosh products are equipped with various functions, making them flexible." - Audio Technique
The D150 uses the same revered DAC that was found in the D100, featuring an 8 channel, 32-bit, 500kHz D/A converter with wide dynamic range and extremely low distortion. Eight channel D/A converter is used in stereo Quad Balanced mode. Music at all levels is reproduced with extreme precision and elegance. A 1/8” mini jack is provided for control data from the data output jack of a McIntosh preamp or A/V Control Center. It shares the classic façade, knobs and handcrafted black-glass front panels as all other McIntosh components in a small form factor of just under 4" in height. Contact your local dealer to learn more.
Please see Downloads tab for required driver that must be installed on Windows based computers (if an Apple based computer is used, no additional driver is required). See Owner's Manual for driver instructions.
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Specifications
Electronic Specifications
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- Number of Channels
- 2
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- Total Harmonic Distortion
- 0.0015%
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- Frequency Response
- +/-0.5dB from 4Hz to 20kHz
+0.5/-3dB from 4Hz to 68kHz (Source dependent)
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- Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- 16V RMS / 8V RMS
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- Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- N/A
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- Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)
- N/A
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- Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)
- N/A
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)
- 110dB
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)
- N/A
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)
- N/A
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- Voltage Gain (High Level)
- N/A
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- Voltage Gain (Moving Coil)
- N/A
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- Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet)
- N/A
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- Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- N/A
Connectivity
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- Balanced Input
- 0
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- Unbalanced Input
- 0
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- Phono Input Moving Coil
- 0
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- Phono Input Moving Magnet
- 0
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- Upgradeable Digital Audio Module
- No
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- Digital Coaxial Input
- 2
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- Digital Optical Input
- 2
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- Digital MCT (DIN) Input
- 1
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- Digital USB Input
- 1 (2.0, 32/192 Asynchronous)
44.1kHz to 384kHz, 32-Bit (PCM)DSD64, DSD128, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz
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- HDMI (ARC) Input
- 0
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- Digital AES/EBU Input
- 0
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- Balanced Fixed Output
- 1
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- Balanced Variable Output
- 1
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- Unbalanced Fixed Output
- 1
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- Unbalanced Variable Output
- 1
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- Headphone Output
- 1/4" High Drive
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- Input Level Match
- No
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- Home Theater PassThru
- No
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- Unbalanced Analog Connector Type
- Standard
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- Service Port
- 0
Control
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- Tone Controls
- No
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- Tone Bypass and Input Assign
- No
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- RS232 Control Input
- No
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- Power Control Output
- 1
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- Rear Panel Data Port
- 1
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- Rear Panel IR Sensor Input
- Yes
General Specifications
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- Multi-Chassis or Single
- Single
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- Output Meters
- No
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- Vacuum Tube or Solid State
- Solid State
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- Power Consumption (On)
- 30 watts
Weights & Dimensions
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- Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 17.5" (44.45cm) x 3-7/8" (9.8cm) x 16" (40.64cm)
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- Weight
- 13.5 lbs (6.1kg)
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- Shipping Weight
- 28 lbs (12.7kg)
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Downloads
Product Literature User Documents Software Updates - D150 Digital Preamplifier Brochure (3.04 MB)
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Reviews & Awards
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