MP100 vs Primare R35
The R35's signal-to-noise is 85 dB against the MP100's 78 dB, its mc gain 62 dB against 60 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.005%, and its mm gain 36 dB against 40 dB.
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AmplifiersPhono Pre-Amps
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,500
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About the MP100
The McIntosh MP100 is the first dedicated phono preamplifier from McIntosh, designed for vinyl enthusiasts to maximize fidelity and enjoyment from albums. It features separate Moving Coil (MC) and Moving Magnet (MM) inputs with adjustable loading (6 settings each), balanced and unbalanced analog outputs, optical, coaxial, and USB digital outputs fixed at 24-bit/96kHz for ripping records to computer, a Mono switch for reduced noise on mono records, and a clipping indicator. Digital outputs can be disabled for pure analog use. Housed in a compact 11.5-inch narrow chassis with signature McIntosh design, including green LED illumination and handcrafted build. It delivers low noise, detailed sound with RIAA equalization.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 78 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 200Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 16.0V RMS
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 25Ω, 50Ω, 100Ω, 200Ω, 400Ω, 1000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 292 × 96 × 426 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3.9 kg (9 lbs)
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