McIntosh DS200

Streaming, McIntosh-style

The remarkable DS200 streaming DAC and digital preamp lets you hear your music in pristine detail, whether you're playing it from your phone using a service like Spotify® or TIDAL or via connected digital music sources. It's got substantial McIntosh design and build quality, with front-panel playback controls and refined digital audio circuitry under the hood.

High-quality 8-channel DAC

Streaming and digital sources will sound fantastic through the DS200's audiophile-grade circuitry, built around a Quad Balanced, 8-channel, 32-bit DAC. Using technology similar to noise-canceling, it strengthens and clarifies the signal while cancelling out noise for extremely low distortion.

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for streaming versatility

The DS200 makes streaming easy with built-in Bluetooth 5.0 featuring aptX™ technology that can deliver high-res audio. Add the DS200 to your home network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet to enjoy familiar streaming platforms including Google Cast, Apple AirPlay®, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, and Roon. For extra convenience and flexibility, Bluetooth 5.0 is built in, featuring aptX™ technology that can deliver high-res audio.

Versatile, high-quality connections

You can add a range of digital sources to this streamer using its pairs of optical and coaxial digital inputs. There's also an XLR AES/EBU digital input for compatible hi-fi audio components. An HDMI ARC port lets you connect your TV, and you can play music from your computer connected to the USB Type-B input. Outputs include analog stereo balanced XLR for passing a super-clear signal to your amp as well as unbalanced RCA.

Extensive control ports on the rear panel can simplify integrating this DAC into your sound system.

McIntosh's audiophile heritage

McIntosh has been building top-notch audiophile components since their 1949 inception in Binghamton, New York. That's where their components — renowned for impeccable sound and build quality — are designed and built still today.