£7,295

MA5300

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is our smallest solid state integrated amplifier in terms of both power output and physical size, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or for someone just beginning to assemble a home audio system.

The MA5300 Integrated Amplifier is proof that big sound can come in small packages. It is our smallest solid state integrated amplifier in terms of both power output and physical size, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or for someone just beginning to assemble a home audio system. It’s a direct coupled amplifier that delivers 100 Watts per channel into 8 Ohm speakers or 160 Watts per channel into 4 Ohm speakers. New dual scale blue Watt meters give an accurate readout of power output for both 4 and 8 Ohm impedances.

Included on the MA5300 are our McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks which are connected to advanced high current output transistors that eliminate warm-up time so you can enjoy the MA5300’s complete sonic capabilities from the moment you turn it on. Powerful new control microprocessors have been used to improve overall system operation, along with some of the latest audio-grade circuit components to deliver the best possible sound. Bass and treble tone controls have been added to help you further fine tune your music to your personal preferences.

The MA5300 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. As a Roon Tested partner, McIntosh has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers, and shared information about its design and capabilities.

Rounding out the MA5300 are time tested McIntosh technologies including Power Guard®, Sentry Monitor, Home Theater PassThru, High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®), and gold-plated speaker binding posts. The classic McIntosh aesthetic of blue Watt meters, a black glass front panel with aluminum end caps, control knobs and illuminated logo complete the MA5300.

Specifications

ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS
Power Output per Channel100 Watts into 8 Ohms 160 Watts into 4 Ohms
Rated Power Band20Hz to 20kHz
Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB20Hz to 20kHz
Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)2.5mV
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)N/A
Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp input)110dB
Maximum Output (Balanced / Unbalanced)8V Unbalanced
Number of Channels2
Total Harmonic Distortion0.005%
Frequency Response, +0, -3dB10Hz to 100kHz
Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)0.5V/0.25V
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)82dB
Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)20K/20K
Speaker Impedance4 or 8 Ohms
Dynamic Headroom1.8dB
Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)N/A
Sensitivity (Power Amp input)1V
Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)95dB
Damping Factor8 Ohms: >200 4 Ohms: >100
CONNECTIVITY
Balanced Input1
Phono Input Moving Magnet1 (fixed loading)
Digital Optical Input2
HDMI (ARC) Input0
Unbalanced Variable Output1
AM/FM Tuner optionNo
Speaker Binding Post TypeStandard
Unbalanced Input4
Upgradeable Digital Audio ModuleYes: DA1
Digital MCT (DIN) Input1
Balanced Variable Output0
Headphone Output1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
Home Theater PassThruYes
Service Port1
Phono Input Moving Coil0
Digital Coaxial Input2
Digital USB Input1
Unbalanced Fixed Output0
Subwoofer Output0
Unbalanced Analog Connector TypeStandard
DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type8-channel, 32-bit/384kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
Digital MCT (DIN) Input Sample Rate16-bit/44.1kHz (CD) DSD64 (SACD)
Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
Digital USB Input Sample Rate32-bit/44.1kHz to 384kHz (PCM) DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz
Digital Optical Input Sample Rate24-bit/44.1kHz to 192kHz
CONTROL
Tone ControlsBass and Treble
Power Control Output1 Main
Input Level MatchYes
Tone Bypass and Input AssignYes
Rear Panel Data Port2
RS232 Control InputYes
Rear Panel IR Sensor InputYes
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Vacuum Tube or Solid StateSolid State
Dual Layer ChassisYes
Power Requirement120V 50/60Hz, 2.3A
Output TypeDirect Coupled
Chassis FinishBlack painted steel
Standby Power Requirement<0.25 Watts
Output MetersYes
McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™Yes
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.2cm) x 18-3/4" (47.6cm)
Unit Weight38 lbs (17.2 kg)
Shipping Weight55.5 lbs (25.2 kg)