The McIntosh MT5 Precision Turntable is a complete turntable package that is more than the sum of its parts. Engineered to exacting McIntosh standards, each piece contributes to deliver a superb performance.
"The turntable of the gods." - Rolling Stone
"One of the best we've tested in a long time." - Lyd & Bilde
"MT5 offers a solid and clear sound with great temporal grip and fluency, whilst dynamic contrasts were conveyed with conviction." Awarded 5 out of 5 Globes. - Hi-Fi World
The MT5 comes equipped with a high performance platter and motor drive assembly, precision tone arm and a high output moving coil cartridge that is also compatible with moving magnet inputs. The illuminated, magnetically suspended platter produces an inviting glow that's sure to be a conversation starter among friends and guests alike.
"A truly capable high-end turntable that stands up to any class rival." - What Hi Fi
"The overall sound is natural and the reproduction really clear." Winner of Top Quality Award. - Fedeltà del Suono
"A turntable that turns the table on the traditional listening experience -- making the process of enjoying vinyl as smooth as its rich analog sound." - Gear Patrol
The MT5 is factory adjusted for perfect playback. Tracking force, anti-skate force, cartridge overhang and arm height are all preset for maximum performance. Advanced magnetic platter bearings and a precise belt drive motor spins records with absolute stability and quiet, assuring a pleasurable vinyl listening experience. The custom tone arm and matching moving coil cartridge track records with minimum friction using magnetic antiskate and horizontal, tone-arm bearings. While the construction of the MT5 is meticulous, the setup is simple. In a few easy steps, you’ll be ready to enjoy your favorite vinyl recordings.
CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS
- Cartridge Type
- Moving Coil, High Output
- Output Level
- 2.5 mV at 5 cm/s
- Load Impedance
- 1000 Ohms recommended (Preamp MC Input)
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz to 50kHz
- Channel Separation
- 35dB at 1kHz
- Compliance
- 15 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Recommended Tracking Force
- 2.0 g
- Channel Difference
- Less than 0.5dB at 1kHz
- Total Mass
- 6.3 g
- Stylus
- Elliptical Diamond
- Cantilever Material
- Aluminum
TONEARM SPECIFICATIONS
- Bearing
- Magnetic Sapphire and Ceramic
- Arm Tube
- Dural-Aluminum
- Counterweight
- Eccentric
- Adjustments
- Vertical Tracking Angle, Antiskate, Azimuth
TURNTABLE SPECIFICATIONS
- Playback Speeds
- 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm
- Motor Type
- DC Motor with Stainless Steel Brushes
- Speed Control
- Servo System
- Platter
- Silicon Acrylic
- Platter Bearing
- Magnetic Suspended Ceramic
- Signal To Noise Ratio
- 36dB - 41dB
- Wow & Flutter
- 0.15% - 0.20%
CONNECTIVITY
- Stereo Outputs Unbalanced
- 1
CONTROL
- Power Control Input
- 1
- Power Control Output
- 1
- Platter Light
- Yes
- Speed Control Fine Adjustment
- Yes
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
- Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 7" (17.8cm) (7-1/2" (19.0cm) with dust cover) x 19" (48.26cm)
Note: Tone Arm Height will vary depending on the type of Cartridge installed.
- Unit Weight
- 31.5 lbs (14.3 kg)
- Shipping Weight
- 38 lbs (17.2 kg)
