McIntosh MXA80

The MXA80 Integrated Audio System is the next generation of the acclaimed MXA70. It maintains the same compact footprint and full functionality while adding support for DSD and DXD digital music files thanks to a new digital-to-analog converter (DAC).

The MXA80 features a 50 Watt stereo amplifier and a pair of specially designed 2-way desktop speakers that achieve a remarkably rich and full bodied level of performance for their size. A total of six inputs – 4 digital and 2 analog – allow you to connect your music sources. The USB input accepts PCM signals up to 32-bit/384kHz and supports DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256 along with DXD 352.8kHz and DXD 384kHz. Our exclusive MCT input offers a secure DSD connection to enjoy the high definition audio on SACDs when paired with the MCT80 SACD/CD Transport.

A dedicated headphone amplifier is available for those times when you want to listen to your music more intimately. It takes advantage of unique McIntosh technologies so that every headphone yields the best possible personal listening experience. Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD^®) brings added dimension to your music while Power Guard^® prevents clipping that could damage your speakers or headphones. A 5 step Bass Boost Control allows for further tonal customization.

The MXA80 is one of many McIntosh products to receive Roon Tested designation from Roon Labs. It has been profiled and tested by both Roon and McIntosh for maximum compatibility. Roon will recognize it and send it audio optimized for its capabilities. No fiddling with checkboxes or dropdowns, Roon Tested devices are automatically identified and configured out of the box for a superior customer experience.

The MXA80's compact size makes it a great audio system for an office, bedroom or vacation house. Combine it with the similarly-sized MB50 Streaming Audio Player and MP100 Phono Preamplifier to form the basis of a complete audio system. The amplifier is housed in a beautiful polished stainless steel chassis that compliments the classic glass front panel, knobs and brushed aluminum end caps; the speakers come with a luxurious, high gloss piano black finish. Contact your local dealer to learn more.

ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

• Power Output per Channel 50 Watts
• Speaker Impedance 8 Ohms
• Rated Power Band 20Hz to 20kHz
• Total Harmonic Distortion 0.005%
• Intermodulation Distortion 0.005% maximum, if the instantaneous peak power is 100 watts or less per channel with both channels operating for any combination of frequencies from 20Hz to 20kHz
• Dynamic Headroom 1.5dB
• Frequency Response +0,-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz
• Frequency Response, +0, -3dB 10Hz to 100kHz
• Sensitivity (Unbalanced) 300mV
• Sensitivity (Balanced) 600mV
• Maximum Input Signal (Unbalanced) 8V
• Maximum Input Signal (Balanced) 16V
• Signal To Noise Ratio 105dB
• Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced) 25K/25K
• Damping Factor >150
• Preamplifier Output 3V (8V maximum)
• Preamplifier Output Impedance 500 Ohms
• Voltage Gain 36.5dB
• Power Guard <2% THD with up to 16dB overdrive at 1kHz

LOUDSPEAKER SPECIFICATIONS

• System Driver Complement One 4 inch Woofer/Midrange
  One 3/4 inch Dome Tweeter
• Impedance 8 Ohms Nominal
• Frequency Response 60Hz - 45kHz
• Sensitivity 80dB (2.83V/1m equivalent)
• Crossover Frequency 2,000Hz
• Power Handling 75 Watts
• Enclosure Finish High Gloss Black
• Grille Finish Black Knit Cloth

DIGITAL AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

• Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate 16Bit, 24Bit - 32kHz to 192kHz
• Digital Optical Input Sample Rate 16Bit, 24Bit - 32kHz to 192kHz
• Digital MCT (DIN) Input Sample Rate 16Bit, 24Bit - 32kHz to 192kHz
• Digital USB Input Sample Rate 16Bit, 24Bit, 32Bit - 32kHz to 384kHz

HEADPHONE OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS

• Headphone Power Output High Selection: 1W
  Normal Selection: 250mW
• Headphone Output Impedance 8-40 Ohms
  40-150 Ohms
  150-600 Ohms

CONNECTIVITY

• Headphone Output 1 (1/4")
• High Level Inputs Unbalanced 1 Stereo
• High Level Inputs Balanced 1 Stereo
• Digital Coaxial Input 1
• Digital Optical Input 1
• Digital MCT (DIN) Input 1
• Digital USB Input 1
• Preamplifier Output 1 Stereo

CONTROL

• Tone Controls 5 Step Bass Boost Control: 0 to +12.5dB (in 2.5dB steps) @ 40Hz
• Power Control Input Yes
• Power Control Output Yes

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Output Meters Yes
• Vacuum Tube or Solid State Solid State
• Power Requirement 120V 50/60Hz, 1.5A
• Standby Power Requirement <0.25 Watts
• Output Autoformer Yes for Headphones

WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS

• Dimensions (W x H x D) Amplifier: 11-1/2" (29.2cm) x 5-7/8" (14.9cm) x 14-5/8" (37.1cm)
  Speaker (each): 5" (12.7cm) x 10-3/4" (27.3cm) x 10-3/4" (27.3cm)
• Weight 50 lbs (22.6 kg)
• Shipping Weight 66 lbs (29.9 kg)

• PRODUCT LITERATURE	USER DOCUMENTS	SOFTWARE UPDATES
  MXA80 Integrated Audio System Brochure (2.49 MB)	MXA80 Integrated Audio System Owner's Manual (6.65 MB) Important Additional Operation Information Guide - Lithium Batteries (4.91 MB) Important Additional Operation Information Guide - Preventing Hearing Damage (4.58 MB) Tech Tips: Preferred Computer Settings to Play DSD & DXD over McIntosh USB Input (2.58 MB)	For units with DA1 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB Audio Windows Driver D v2.0 (compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10) (If v1.0 of driver is installed, it must be uninstalled before installing v2.0.) (4.53 MB)