DS200 vs HiFi Rose RS150B
The RS150B's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the DS200's 384 kHz and its output impedance 50Ω against 100Ω. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and dsd support (DSD512).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$6,900.13
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About the DS200
The McIntosh DS200 is a high-end streaming DAC designed for effortless integration into 2-channel audio systems, combining seamless streaming capabilities with premium digital-to-analog conversion. It supports AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX HD, aptX LL, AAC), Google Cast, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready/Tested, and Google Assistant voice control. Featuring a next-generation quad-balanced 8-channel 32-bit DAC for pristine sound with huge dynamic range and low distortion, it includes 8 digital inputs: 2 coaxial (up to 192kHz/24-bit), 2 optical (up to 192kHz/24-bit), 1 USB-B (up to 384kHz/32-bit, DSD512), 1 AES/EBU, 1 MCT, 1 HDMI ARC. It functions as a preamplifier with volume control, alphanumeric fluorescent display, and connectivity options like dual Wi-Fi antennas, Ethernet RJ45, 2x RS232, Data In/Out, Power Control In/Out, IR input. Crafted with McIntosh's iconic black glass front, rotary knobs, illuminated logo, and aluminum end caps, it includes a remote control.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- DAC Chip
- Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit audiophile-grade
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL, AAC
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- coaxial, optical, USB-B, AES/EBU, MCT, HDMI ARC
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- v2
- Chromecast
- Yes
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- Yes
- TIDAL Connect
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 445 × 152 × 432 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 9.3 kg (21 lbs)
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