McIntosh MX124 A/V Processor (New)
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Description
A New Standard in Luxury Home Theater
The McIntosh MX124 A/V Processor brings cinematic excellence into your home, combining advanced audio and video processing with the engineering precision and craftsmanship synonymous with McIntosh. Featuring 13.4 channels of immersive audio, support for 8K Ultra HD video, and compatibility with advanced HDR formats, the MX124 is designed to deliver an engaging home theater experience with exceptional clarity, detail, and realism. With support for leading immersive audio technologies, modern streaming services, and advanced room correction, it brings movies, music, and entertainment together in a sophisticated home theater solution.
Key Features
13.4 Audio Channels
Supports immersive multichannel home theater configurations.
Advanced HDMI Connectivity
Seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs.
8K and 4K Video Support
Compatible with 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video signals.
HDMI ARC and eARC
Supports audio return connectivity with compatible televisions.
Immersive Audio Formats
Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS Pro, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and MPEG-H Audio.
Advanced Room Correction
Dirac Live Room Correction with Bass Control for optimised system performance.
HDR Video Technologies
Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG.
Wireless and Network Streaming
Features Apple AirPlay, Bluetooth, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Roon Ready compatibility.
Smart Home Integration
Connects with Control4 Certified systems and Works with Crestron Home Certified systems.
Installer-Friendly Features
Designed to simplify integration into custom home theater installations.
Supported Technologies and Compatibility
The McIntosh MX124 supports a comprehensive range of audio, video, streaming, and home automation technologies, including;
Video
8K Ultra HD, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, and IMAX Enhanced.
Immersive Audio
Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS Pro, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and MPEG-H Audio.
Room Correction
Dirac Live Room Correction with Bass Control and Audyssey MultEQ XT32 with Dynamic Volume.
Streaming and Connectivity
Apple AirPlay, Bluetooth, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Roon Ready.
Home Automation
Control4 and Crestron Home integration. The MX124 combines advanced processing capabilities and extensive connectivity to support a modern home theater system tailored to your entertainment preferences.
Streaming, Connectivity and Smart Home Integration
The McIntosh MX124 supports Bluetooth® wireless connectivity and a range of network streaming platforms, including Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Roon Ready. It also offers integration with compatible smart home systems through Connects with Control4 Certified and Works with Crestron Home Certified compatibility, making it suitable for sophisticated home theater installations.
A New Standard in Luxury Home Theater
The McIntosh MX124 A/V Processor invites you to experience cinematic excellence in the McIntosh tradition, where engineering precision meets the art of storytelling. Featuring 13.4 channels of immersive audio, support for stunning 8K Ultra HD video, and advanced HDR technologies, the MX124 transforms everyday viewing into an engaging cinematic experience. With advanced processing capabilities and a design focused on performance, it brings exceptional home entertainment and refined McIntosh craftsmanship together in one powerful home theater solution.
Unmatched Immersive Audio with Four Subwoofers
The McIntosh MX124 A/V Processor places you at the centre of the action with 13 channels of immersive audio processing and four dedicated subwoofer outputs. Supporting configurations such as 7.4.6 and 9.4.4, it creates an enveloping soundstage that brings every detail to life, from subtle whispers and delicate atmospheric effects to powerful, deep bass. With four dedicated subwoofer outputs twice as many as its predecessor the MX124 offers greater flexibility for subwoofer integration and immersive low-frequency performance.
Compatible with leading immersive audio formats, including Dolby® Atmos, DTS® Pro, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and MPEG-H Audio, the MX124 is designed to deliver detailed, precise surround sound. Nine 32-bit audiophile-grade digital-to-analogue converters (DACs) support high-quality digital audio reproduction, while adjustable bass and treble controls let you fine-tune the sound to suit your listening preferences.
Stunning, True-to-Life Picture Quality
The McIntosh MX124 brings exceptional visual detail to your home theater with seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs, including one with eARC support. All HDMI connections support resolutions up to 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz, providing compatibility with high-resolution video sources and modern display technologies.
Two HDMI outputs serve the main video zone, while the third supports independent video playback in a second zone. The MX124 supports High Dynamic Range (HDR) formats, including Dolby Vision™, HDR10+, and HLG, helping compatible displays reproduce impressive contrast, vibrant colours, and lifelike detail. Its IMAX® Enhanced certification further supports an elevated home theater experience with enhanced picture quality and immersive, theatre-style sound.
Additional HDMI features include HDCP 2.3, Rec. 2020 colour space, 4:4:4 chroma sampling, Dynamic Lip-Sync, 3D video passthrough, Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Quick Frame Transport (QFT) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR). Together, these video technologies and connectivity options make the MX124 a versatile centrepiece for a high-performance home theater system.
State-Of-The-Art Room Correction
To ensure the MX124 performs at its best in your listening environment, it includes Dirac Live® Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control, with all licences included. Dirac Live Room Correction analyses your room's acoustics and corrects irregularities to deliver exceptional clarity, accurate imaging, and balanced sound.
Dirac Live Bass Control works alongside Dirac Live Room Correction to optimise bass performance and manage the interaction between your speakers and subwoofers. This helps deliver tight, balanced bass throughout the listening area while reducing boomy or uneven low-frequency response. Combined with four dedicated subwoofer outputs, the MX124 offers greater bass precision and control for a more refined and impactful listening experience.
The MX124 also features Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 room correction, giving you the flexibility to calibrate your system with either technology and choose the correction system that best suits your preferences.
Engineered For Exceptional Performance
The MX124 reflects McIntosh’s unwavering focus on audio performance. It utilizes a proven HDMI solution chosen for reliability and seamless compatibility with today’s entertainment sources, and everything else including the audio architecture is designed and engineered by McIntosh.
Proprietary analog and digital audio circuitry, audiophile-grade DACs, advanced analog output stages, meticulous signal routing, and thoughtfully engineered power supply designs work together to reveal remarkable levels of detail and realism. Backed by more than 75 years of engineering expertise, the MX124 delivers the refinement, performance, and reliability expected from a luxury home entertainment system.
Installer-Focused Design
The MX124 is certified Connects with Control4® with the implementation of their Simple Device Discovery Protocol (SDDP). This allows it to be effortlessly integrated into Control4 automation systems to further enhance the user experience and minimize installation time. It has also received Works with Crestron Home certification from Crestron, a global leader in advanced smart home technology. Crestron Home unlocks the full potential of a smart home. It’s the complete package for any size project, delivering a simpler, smarter user experience for homeowners, remarkably fast configuration and deployment for integrators, and the confidence that comes with renowned, best-in-class Crestron control hardware.
The MX124 is designed for simple and efficient installation, offering convenient configuration through a web-based graphical user interface (GUI). Installers can pre-configure the unit and upload configuration files during installation, while the backup and restore functions help preserve settings and simplify system recovery when needed. For integration with automated control systems, the MX124 supports RS232 automation control, with standard RS232 commands also available through IP control. Precise calibration is supported by a full-size metal microphone stand, helping ensure accurate microphone positioning during setup. For rack installation, the unit should be mounted on a properly rated shelf capable of supporting its weight, with adequate ventilation maintained to ensure reliable operation.
High-Performance Music Streaming
Beyond its role in home cinema, the MX124 serves as a premium music streaming hub, delivering high-resolution audio streaming at up to 32-bit/192kHz. It supports a wide range of streaming options, including Apple® AirPlay®, Bluetooth®, Qobuz Connect, Spotify® Connect with Spotify Lossless, and TIDAL® Connect with TIDAL Max, providing convenient access to music across multiple platforms. The MX124 is also Roon Ready, enabling bit-perfect audio playback and an enhanced multiroom listening experience through Roon’s streaming platform, making it an excellent choice for music enthusiasts who value both sound quality and streaming flexibility.
Comprehensive Connectivity
The MX124 offers versatile connectivity options to accommodate a wide range of audio and video sources. It features four digital audio inputs, one balanced and eight unbalanced analog stereo inputs, along with component and composite video inputs for connecting compatible equipment. Its dual analog stereo outputs allow users to extend audio playback to two additional listening zones, providing greater flexibility for multiroom audio setups. For added convenience, the built-in Bluetooth transmitter enables a pair of Bluetooth headphones to be connected for private listening, allowing users to enjoy their audio without disturbing others.
Bring the Theater Home
The MX124 embodies McIntosh’s long-standing commitment to engineering excellence and luxury home entertainment. Pair it with McIntosh amplifiers and a combination of our floor standing, in‑wall, or in‑ceiling speakers to create a home cinema that elevates every viewing.
Technical Specifications
Connectivity
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Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
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Multi-Channel Outputs (Balanced) |
11.4 |
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Multi-Channel Outputs (Unbalanced) |
15.4 |
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Stereo Inputs (Balanced) |
1 |
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Stereo Inputs (Unbalanced) |
8 (including 1 Moving Magnet Phono input) |
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Stereo Outputs (Unbalanced) |
2 (for Zones 2 and 3) |
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HDMI Inputs |
7 |
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HDMI Outputs |
3 |
|
Digital Coaxial Inputs |
2 |
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Digital Optical Inputs |
2 |
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USB Inputs |
1 (Type A) |
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Component Inputs |
1 |
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Composite Inputs |
2 |
|
Subwoofer Outputs |
4 |
|
Bluetooth Transmitter |
Yes |
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Network Connections |
1 |
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Streaming Services |
Apple AirPlay, Bluetooth, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon Ready |
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Maximum Number of Audio Channels in Zone A |
17 (13.4) |
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Additional Zone Outputs |
Zone 2: HDMI audio/video and analog stereo audio; Zone 3: analog stereo audio |
HDMI Features
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Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Resolution and Refresh Rates |
8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz |
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HDCP |
2.3 |
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High Dynamic Range (HDR) Formats |
HDR (static HDR), Dynamic HDR, Dolby Vision (including low latency), HDR10+, HLG |
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Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) |
Yes, on 1 output |
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Video Scaling |
8K upconversion |
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4:4:4 Color |
Yes |
|
Rec. 2020 (BT.2020) |
Yes |
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3D Video Pass-Through |
Yes |
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Dynamic Lip-Sync |
Yes |
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Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
Yes |
|
Quick Frame Transport (QFT) |
Yes |
|
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
Yes |
Audio Formats
|
Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Dolby Audio Formats |
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround Upmixer |
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DTS Audio Formats |
DTS:X Pro, Neural:X Surround Upmixer, DTS Virtual:X |
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MPEG-H Audio |
Yes |
|
360 Reality Audio |
Yes |
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IMAX Enhanced |
Yes |
Electronic Specifications
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Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Frequency Response |
±0.5 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
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Subwoofer Frequency Response |
±0.5 dB from 20 Hz to 8 kHz |
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
0.005% (DSP Bypass) |
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Phono) |
86 dB below 10 mV input |
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (High Level) |
96 dB below rated output |
Control Features
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Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
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Third-Party Control |
Connects with Control4 Certification (SDDP); Works with Crestron Home Certification |
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Tone Controls |
9-band equalizer |
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On-Screen Display (OSD) Overlay on HDMI Output |
Yes |
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Input-Output Format Indicators |
9 in and 9 out |
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RS232 Control Inputs |
1 |
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Power Control Outputs |
2 |
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Rear Panel Data Ports |
1 |
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Rear Panel IR Sensor Inputs |
1 |
General Specifications
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Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
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DSP Bypass Mode |
Yes |
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Room Correction |
Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control (all licenses included); Audyssey MultEQ XT32, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume and LFC |
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Room Correction Microphone and Stand Included |
Yes |
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Bluetooth Version |
5.4 |
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Bluetooth Supported Protocols |
A2DP, SBC, 2.4 GHz |
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Channel Formats |
13.4, 9.2.4, 7.1, 5.1, Stereo |
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Network Features |
Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) |
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Individual Crossover Frequency for Each Speaker |
Yes |
Weights & Dimensions
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Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
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Unit Dimensions (W × H × D) |
17.5 × 7.75 × 17 inches (44.45 × 19.7 × 43.2 cm), including feet, front panel, knobs, rear panel connections and Wi-Fi antennas |
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Unit Weight |
29 lbs (13.2 kg) |
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Shipping Dimensions (W × H × D) |
25 × 18.375 × 28 inches (63.5 × 46.7 × 71.1 cm) |
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Shipping Weight |
53 lbs (24 kg) |
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