The new McIntosh C46 Audio Control Center offers a highly refined combination of useful operating features with totally transparent electronic performance. For example you can take advantage of the eight-band equalizer to achieve the finest possible reproduction of digital source music as well as valuable music from earlier recording technology. Combine a C46 with a McIntosh Power Amplifier and you will enjoy a system of unparalleled performance.
Performance Features
• Balanced Inputs and Outputs
One balanced high-level Input and three balanced Outputs are provided.
• Precision Tracking Volume Control
Volume levels are controlled by a new Multi-Stage Precision Digitally Controlled Attenuator System with a tracking accuracy of 0.1dB. Levels change in 214 individual 0.5dB steps.
• Variable Rate Volume and Balance Control Selection The C46 Control Center’s Volume and Balance Control Cir- cuitry provides an ideal rate of change with control rotation.
• Eight Tone Controls with Assignable Bypass
The Tone Controls provide 12dB of boost or cut at center frequencies of 20, 35, 70, 150, 300, 600, 1200 and 4000Hz. When a Tone Control is in the center or flat position, all Tone Circuit Components are removed from the Signal Path of any selected input.
• Alphanumeric Fluorescent Display
The Multifunction Front Panel Display indicates the Source Selection, Volume, and Balance Levels. Setup Mode Selections and Adjustments are also displayed. The display intensity is fully adjustable.
• Electromagnetic Input Switching
Digital Logic integrated circuits drive Electromagnetic
Switches on all Inputs and operating functions for reliable, noiseless, distortion-free switching.
• Input Level Trim Adjustment
All eight Inputs on the C46 can be matched in level, so there are no abrupt changes in volume levels between the different Inputs.
• Record Monitor Function
There is a Record Monitor Function for checking the progress of a recording from any of the eight inputs.
• Title Reassignment
Any of the eight Inputs can have their Input Title reassigned to match the sources in the system.
• Two Signal Processor Loops Separate front panel switched Signal Processor Loops are provided for the listen and record circuits.
• Precision Parts
Only the finest precision 1% tolerance resistors are used throughout.
• Low Distortion
Distortion levels of all types are less than 0.002%. Music is amplified with total transparency and accuracy.
• Moving Magnet Phono Input
There is a Precision Phono Preamplifier for Moving Magnet Cartridges.
• Remote Control
The C46 includes a Remote Control that allows remote operation of the Front Panel Controls and Push-buttons.
• Optional External Sensor Input
There are provisions for connecting External Sensors, which allow for the enjoyment of your McIntosh System from other room(s) in your home via the Remote Control.
• Output Switching
Front panel Output Push-buttons control two Switched Outputs that allow sending signals to two separate Power Amplifiers.
• Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination
The Illumination of the Front Panel Nomenclature is accomplished by the combination of custom-designed Fiber Optic Light Diffusers and Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs). This provides even Front Panel Illumination, together with the extremely long life LEDs." - McIntosh
