The D1100 digital preamplifier is a reference level
stereo preamplifier and digital-to-analog converter (DAC). Its 8-channel,
32-bit DAC is used in Quad Balanced mode with half of it dedicated to the left
audio channel and the other half to the right channel. It’s the most advanced
DAC we’ve ever used and delivers an unprecedented level of performance so that
all your digital music is reproduced with exceptional accuracy and
authenticity.
Enough inputs – 9 to be exact – are included
to keep even the largest digital system connected as 3 optical, 3 coaxial (2
RCA and 1 BNC), plus 1 each of MCT, AES/EBU and USB inputs are onboard. The USB
input accepts up to 32-bit/384kHz signals and supports DSD64, DSD128, DSD256,
DXD 352.8kHz and DXD 384kHz playback1.
All the other inputs accept up to 24-bit/192kHz. The MCT input is a McIntosh
exclusive and allows for enjoying to the high resolution audio found on SACDs
via the MCT450 SACD/CD Transport.
Three sets of balanced and unbalanced stereo outputs connect the D1100 to your
system. One set of outputs has fixed volume while the other 2 have variable
volume; the variable outputs can also be switched on and off for additional
user configurability.
The D1100 is designed for ease of use: all
inputs can be renamed; its 4 data ports and 4 power control triggers are fully
programmable; and it has both IR and RS232 external control. For personal listening,
Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
will bring a new depth and spatiality to your music.
The D1100 is a full featured, fully functional
self-contained unit that can be used independently of any other preamplifier.
But thanks to McIntosh’s engineering prowess, it can also be connected to and
used in tandem with its analog equivalent, the C1100 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier.2 Combining
the two together with the included umbilical cable creates the definitive
analog and digital stereo preamplifier. When connected, the C1100 takes over
all control of the D1100 resulting in a single and easy to use interface. Like
the C1100, the D1100’s left and right audio channels and power supplies are
electrically isolated from each other to produce true dual mono operation when
used either by itself or with the C1100. This isolation delivers absolute
stereo separation and sonic purity.
It’s housed in a beautifully polished
stainless steel and hairline brushed black Titanium stainless steel chassis –
the same as the C1100 so the two will seamlessly blend with each other if used
together. A black glass front panel, blue meters, knobs, an illuminated logo
and brushed aluminum end caps complete the ageless McIntosh look. It can be
paired with a variety of amplifiers, room
correction devices, speakers, CD players, streaming
audio players and other source components to make a complete
home audio system. Contact your local dealer to
learn more.
1) 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.
2) The C1100 firmware will need to be updated to its latest version for proper
operation with the D1100.
ELECTRONIC
SPECIFICATIONS
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.0015% (at 2V Output)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
+/-0.5dB from 4Hz to 20,000Hz
+0.5/-3dB from 4Hz to 68,000Hz
MAXIMUM VOLTS OUT (BALANCED / UNBALANCED)
16/8 V RMS
INPUT IMPEDANCE (BALANCED / UNBALANCED)
N/A
PHONO VOLTAGE GAIN
N/A
HIGH LEVEL VOLTAGE GAIN
N/A
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
111dB
DUAL MONO POWER SUPPLY
Yes
DUAL MONO, FULLY BALANCED
Yes
CONNECTIVITY
BALANCED INPUT
0
UNBALANCED INPUT
0
PHONO INPUT MOVING COIL
0
PHONO INPUT MOVING MAGNET
0
DIGITAL COAXIAL INPUT
3 (2 RCA and 1 BNC)
DIGITAL OPTICAL INPUT
3
DIGITAL MCT (DIN) INPUT
1
DIGITAL USB INPUT
1 (accepts PCM signals up to 32-bit/384kHz; supports DSD64, DSD128 and
DSD256 plus DXD 352.8kHz and DXD 384kHz)
DIGITAL AES/EBU INPUT
1
BALANCED FIXED OUTPUT
1 Stereo
BALANCED VARIABLE OUTPUT
2 Stereo
UNBALANCED FIXED OUTPUT
1 Stereo
UNBALANCED VARIABLE OUTPUT
2 Stereo
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
1/4" High Drive with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®)
RECORD PROCESSOR LOOP
No
INPUT LEVEL MATCH
No
HOME THEATER PASSTHRU
No
UNBALANCED ANALOG CONNECTOR TYPE
Premium gold-plated solid brass
CONTROL
TONE CONTROLS
No
TONE BYPASS AND INPUT ASSIGN
No
RS232 CONTROL INPUT
Yes
POWER CONTROL OUTPUT
4 Trigger
REAR PANEL DATA PORT
4
REAR PANEL IR SENSOR INPUT
Yes
GENERAL
SPECIFICATIONS
MULTI-CHASSIS OR SINGLE
Single
OUTPUT METERS
Yes
VACUUM TUBE OR SOLID STATE
Solid State
POWER CONSUMPTION (ON)
30 watts
WEIGHTS &
DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS (W X H X D)
17.5" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.24cm) x 19" (48.3cm)
WEIGHT
26 lbs (11.8 kg)
SHIPPING WEIGHT
41 lbs (18.6 kg)