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The McIntosh MCD205 is a high-end 5-disc CD changer produced between 2002-2006, featuring 24-bit digital-to-analog converters for exceptional audio reproduction. It offers multiple playback modes (single/all disc, program, random) and maintains program memory during power outages. The unit includes balanced/unbalanced outputs and RS232 control integration.
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
Analog signal output specifications
Input and output connections
Size, weight, and appearance
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The DP-55V's signal-to-noise is 116 dB against the MCD205's 100 dB, its output impedance 50Ω against 0Ω, and its weight 11.8 kg (26 lbs) against 11.3 kg (25 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The CD31's signal-to-noise is 105 dB against the MCD205's 100 dB, its output impedance 100Ω against 0Ω, and its weight 10.5 kg (23 lbs) against 11.3 kg (25 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit).
The DCD-1700NE's signal-to-noise is 117 dB against the MCD205's 100 dB, its output impedance 10Ω against 0Ω, and its weight 9.25 kg (20 lbs) against 11.3 kg (25 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The KAV-250cd's bit depth is 20-bit against the MCD205's 24-bit, its signal-to-noise 103 dB against 100 dB, its output impedance 75Ω against 0Ω, and its weight 7.3 kg (16 lbs) against 11.3 kg (25 lbs).
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