McIntosh MTI100 Integrated Turntable, with Phone Stage and Amplifier, Just add speakers.

At first glance, the new McIntosh MTI100 Integrated Turntable may look like it’s just a turntable, but a closer look will reveal that it is in fact so much more. Truly a one-of-a-kind product, it is designed for those who want maximum flexibility in their home audio system but don’t want – or don’t have the space for – a large audio system. With all the built-in connectivity the MTI100 offers, it can become the centrepiece of a modern home audio system for modern lifestyles. Simply add speakers and you’ll have a complete and comprehensive audio system.

Besides the turntable that plays both 33-1/3 and 45 rpm records, the MTI100 also includes a power amplifier, a valve preamplifier, a shielded phono preamplifier, an unbalanced auxiliary input, digital coaxial and optical inputs, a Bluetooth receiver, a subwoofer output, stereo speaker outputs, and a headphone jack for personal listening.

The 7 pound (3.18 kg) machined aluminum platter and the matching machined aluminum tonearm with anti-skate sit atop a 3/8” (9.5mm) thick piece of glass – the same glass found in the front panels of our larger amplifiers; this in turn sits atop a custom 1/4” (6.35mm) thick metal plate that adds stability. The combined heftiness of both the platter and metal plate helps resist and absorb noise that could be caused by external vibrations.

The belt drive platter with manual speed change is driven by an industrial grade permanent magnet AC synchronous motor with a 2 speed pulley. With this motor, the platter speed is synced to the AC power line’s frequency to deliver precise rotational speeds for playback accuracy. The MTI100 comes with a Sumiko Olympia Moving Magnet cartridge, whose upgraded stylus and cantilever assembly allow for more dynamic punch and improved frequency response.

A Class D amplifier that’s rated for 80 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms or 50 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms is used to drive a pair of speakers (sold separately) that are connected via the back panel speaker binding posts. Two 12AX7 vacuum tubes power the main preamplifier section, while a separate dedicated phono preamplifier is housed in a custom shielding box that prevents interference or noise from seeping into the vinyl signal. Together, the vacuum tube preamplifier and shielded phono preamplifier are a perfect choice to help make vinyl albums sound their best.

To combine playing vintage records with modern playback methods, you can also stream music to the MTI100 via its High Definition Bluetooth 4.2 input that ensures you receive the best sound quality possible from your Bluetooth device. An external Bluetooth antenna helps achieve optimal reception and signal quality. The analog and digital inputs allow external sources, such as a TV, tuner or CD player, to be connected. Not to overlook the impact that low sound frequencies can add, a subwoofer output is also included. Finally, for personal listening, the front panel includes a headphone jack that is powered by our High Drive headphone amplifier, which features increased gain and output power and is optimized for virtually all headphone types.

Power, volume and input selection can be controlled by either the included remote or via two knobs on the unit. An illuminated McIntosh logo is located in the top glass panel, while a classic McIntosh-styled die cast aluminum name badge adorns the front of the chassis.

Specifications
Cartridge Type                                           Moving Magnet

Output Level                                              4mV at 1kHz

Load Impedance                                        47k Ohms

Frequency Response                                12Hz to 30kHz

Channel Separation                                   30dB at 1kHz

Compliance                                                12 x 10-6 cm/dyne

Recommended Tracking Force                  2.0 g

Channel Difference                                     Less than 1dB at 1kHz

Total Mass                                                   6.5 g

Stylus                                                          Elliptical

Cantilever Material                                      Aluminium

Bearing                                                       Cardan bearing arrangement with ball bearings used for lateral and Sapphire/Tungsten for vertical bearing

Arm Tube                                                    Machined aluminium

Counterweight                                            Concentric

Adjustments                                                None

Playback Speeds                                        33-1/3 and 45 rpm

Motor Type                                                  Permanent magnet AC synchronous

Speed Control                                             Manual speed change via a 2 speed pulley

Platter                                                          Aluminium

Platter Bearing                                             Inverted hardened steel shaft and axial ball arrangement with bronze bushing

Signal To Noise Ratio                                  35dB – 40dB

Wow & Flutter                                              0.1%

Stereo Outputs Unbalanced                        1 (bridged to AMP IN)

Stereo Inputs Unbalanced                           1

Digital Coaxial Input                                     1

Digital Optical Input                                      1

Subwoofer Output                                        1

Wireless Input                                               High Definition Bluetooth 4.2

Power Output per Channel                           50 Watts into 8 Ohms
                                                                      80 Watts into 4 Ohms

Number of Channels                                     2

Speaker Impedance                                      4 or 8 Ohms

Rated Power Band                                        20Hz to 20kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion                              Amplifier: 0.2% maximum harmonic distortion at any level from 250 milliwatts to one-half of rated power output, 20Hz to 20kHz;
                                                                      0.5% maximum harmonic distortion at any level from one-half to full rated power output, 20Hz to 20kHz
                                                                      Preamplifier: 0.2% from 20Hz to 20kHz

Dynamic Headroom                                      1.0dB (8 Ohms)
                                                                      1.3dB (4 Ohms)

Frequency Response +0,-0.7dB                    20Hz to 20kHz

Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)        75dB

Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)                90dB

Damping Factor                                             8 Ohms: >200
                                                                       4 Ohms: >100

Dust Cover                                                     No - Available as an option

Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)                        19-1/4” (48.9cm) x 6-3/4” (17.15cm) x 14” (35.6cm)

Unit Weight                                                    33.5 lbs (15.2 kg)

Shipping Weight                                            40.5 lbs (18.4 kg)