McIntosh MR89

The McIntosh MR89 AM/FM Tuner continues the brand's prestigious legacy of high-performance tuners, offering exceptional radio listening quality. With its refined features, advanced RF circuitry, and enhanced performance capabilities, the MR89 delivers a top-tier experience for audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

Key Features:

Exclusive McIntosh RF Circuitry:

• The MR89 is equipped with McIntosh’s exclusive radio-frequency circuitry, which excels at receiving both strong FM signals without distortion and weaker FM signals from distant stations with minimal noise. This makes it a versatile tuner capable of providing superior signal reception, no matter the station's strength.

Signal Quality Monitor:

• The MR89 includes an advanced signal quality monitor that provides real-time details on signal strength, multipath interference, and noise levels, allowing you to optimize the placement of your antenna for the best possible reception.

Antennas & Connectivity:

• The MR89 comes with an RAA2 AM antenna that features a 20-foot (6m) cable for flexible antenna placement. Additionally, the tuner offers balanced and unbalanced analog outputs, along with digital coax and optical outputs, making it easy to integrate into your home audio system.

Enhanced FM Broadcast Features:

• The Stereo Blending feature has been upgraded with a High Blend option to improve the quality of lower-quality FM stereo broadcasts by blending the high-frequency portion of the audio more aggressively.
• The Softmute feature reduces output during periods of low-quality signals or static noise between stations, ensuring a cleaner listening experience.
• The Highcut function allows you to cut high-frequency content, reducing unwanted noise and enhancing listening comfort, especially with poor-quality signals.
• The aggressiveness of Stereo Blending, High Blend, Softmute, and Highcut can be customized to suit your preferences and the quality of the station you're listening to.

FM Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS):

• The MR89 supports FM Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), which can display real-time data such as station name, music genre, artist name, and song title (if the station transmits such data). You can toggle or adjust the RBDS display according to your preference.

Seek Function and Preset Storage:

• The MR89 features a Seek function that allows for easy station tuning via the front panel or the included remote control. The sensitivity of the Seek function is adjustable through setup menus, ensuring accurate station selection.
• The MR89 can store up to 20 preset stations for both AM and FM bands, giving you quick access to your favorite stations.

Signal Level Meters:

• The MR89 includes a pair of 60dB output meters that display the signal levels coming from the analog outputs, offering a clear visual representation of the audio output. These meters can help you assess the stereo separation and overall signal quality.

Broad Frequency Range:

• The MR89 is designed to tune to a wide range of FM and AM frequencies, compatible with the following regions:
  • FM frequencies:
    • 87.5MHz – 108.0MHz (Europe)
    • 88.1MHz – 107.9MHz (USA)
    • 76.0MHz – 108.0MHz (Japan)
  • AM frequencies:
    • 531kHz – 1701kHz (Europe)
    • 530kHz – 1700kHz (USA)
    • 531kHz – 1629kHz (Japan)

Classic McIntosh Aesthetic:

• The MR89's design features black glass on the front panel, illuminated meters, rotary knobs, and brushed aluminum end caps. It’s housed in a stainless-steel chassis with a mirror-finish polish, offering a luxurious and timeless look that is quintessentially McIntosh.

Conclusion:

The McIntosh MR89 AM/FM Tuner is a high-performance tuner that builds on the legacy of its predecessors, offering modern enhancements while maintaining McIntosh’s commitment to sound quality. Whether you're a radio enthusiast or just enjoy occasional broadcasts, the MR89 ensures superior reception, rich sound quality, and a more enjoyable listening experience. Its combination of classic McIntosh design and cutting-edge functionality makes it an ideal addition to any audio system.