BRAND: McIntosh
SERIES: MB25 Bluetooth TransceiverTYPE: Sources / Lifestyle
- Easy way to stream to a McIntosh of any era
- Bluetooth 5.0, Advanced Audio Coding (AAC), Qualcomm aptX HD, and aptX Low Latency
- Use as either a transmitter or receiver
- Front panel input selection
- Signal rate and connection type displays
- Analog and digital inputs and outputs – including balanced connections
- Small footprint – not much bigger than a smartphone
OVERVIEW
BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN STREAMING CONVENIENCE AND AUDIO EXCELLENCE
Streaming music directly from your phone to your home audio system via Bluetooth® offers unparalleled convenience. However, many Bluetooth-enabled sound systems lack the premium sound quality necessary to truly honor your prized music collection. Enter the MB25 Bluetooth Transceiver, a game-changing solution designed to bridge the gap between convenience and audio excellence.
AUDIOPHILE GRADE BLUETOOTH STREAMING
The MB25 Bluetooth Transceiver is a sophisticated solution tailored for discerning audio enthusiasts to seamlessly integrate Bluetooth streaming capabilities into a McIntosh or non-McIntosh high-end home audio system from any era. Whether you have owned a vintage stereo system for many decades, or have a newer system, the MB25 elevates your audio experience by modernizing your setup. Crafted to the highest standards of performance, the compact MB25 transforms your audio system into a versatile hub for enjoying digital music from your smartphone, cloud accounts, and preferred streaming services.
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HELPFUL AUDIO SIGNAL INFORMATION
The successor to the popular MB20, the MB25 retains all the MB20 features while introducing enhancements for an elevated user experience. Notable among its upgrades is an illuminated front glass panel that provides insights into audio signal rates and connection types. The MB25 also offers the flexibility to select the desired input in transmit mode, giving you greater control over your audio experience. Finally, Power Control has been added so it can be easily turned on and off with the rest of your system.
When used in Receiver mode, the input name and any applicable signal rate will be displayed on the left side of the front panel, while the connection type will be shown on the right side.
BLUETOOTH 5.0 TECHNOLOGY
Leveraging Bluetooth 5.0 technology, the MB25 supports high-fidelity codecs such as Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) and Qualcomm® aptX™ HD, ensuring uncompromised audio reproduction. Equipped with a high-performance 32-bit DAC for receiver mode and a premium Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for transmitter mode, the MB25 maintains uncompromising sound quality and signal integrity.
ULTIMATE CONVENIENCE: RECEIVE OR TRANSMIT
As a transceiver, the MB25 can function as either a Bluetooth Receiver or Transmitter (but not both at the same time). Simply set the switch on the back panel to the proper setting for the desired usage. In Receiver mode, you can stream audio from compatible Bluetooth devices to the MB25, and then use the variety of output connections to play the audio through your sound system. Alternatively, in Transmitter mode, you can stream the music from physical media sources, such as CDs or vinyl records, to Bluetooth-enabled headphones or speakers.
For multi-system integration within the home, the MB25 offers a convenient solution to enable wireless audio distribution between systems with ease by simply connecting an MB25 to each system.1 If you already have an MB20, then it can be used in conjunction with an MB25 to achieve this multi-room, multi-system configuration.
MB25 Bluetooth Transceiver can be used to add to Bluetooth streaming to many vintage audio products including this McIntosh MA6100 Integrated Amplifier from the 1970s.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Version
5.0
Supported Protocols
A2DP, SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX
Low Latency, aptX HD
Digital Input Format
PCM
Digital Input Sample Rate:
Up to 24-Bit/192kHz
Digital Output Format:
24-Bit/96kHz
Digital Output Sample Rate
96kHz
Inputs:
1 Balanced
1 Unbalanced
1 Digital Coax
1 Digital Optical
Outputs:
1 Balanced
1 Unbalanced
1 Digital Coax
1 Digital Optical
Overall Dimensions (W x H x D):
9-29/64” (24cm) x 2-1/2” (6.35cm) (antenna in upright position adds additional 1-3/8” (3.43cm)) x 3-15/16” (10.01cm)
Weight:
2.5 lbs (1.2 kg) net,
3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) in shipping carton
