THE USA BRAND SAY RADIO IS STILL POPULAR AND LAUNCH THE MCINTOSH MR89 AM/FM TUNER

Do you still listen to FM radio? Over 50 million adults in the UK continue to and McIntosh has launched a new AM/FM tuner to cater to those who do.

McIntosh has launched the new MR89 AM/FM Tuner. Described as a “thoroughly updated stereo receiver for the modern music lover”, the new MR89 benefits from many advancements including adjustments to sensitivity, signal-to-noise ratio, harmonic distortion, channel selectivity and stereo separation.

Rear panel of the McIntosh MR89 AM/FM Tuner

MCINTOSH MR89 AM/FM TUNER

The MR89 also features exclusive McIntosh radio frequency circuitry that can receive both strong FM signals from nearby stations, avoiding the overload and distortion that can plague some receivers, while also being able to tune in weaker FM signals with little to no noise.

SIMPLE SET UP

McIntosh says that set up is easy, the MR89’s advanced signal-quality monitor can display detailed signal, multipath and noise levels (from the incoming radio signal) to help fine-tune optimal placement of the AM or FM antenna. An RAA2 AM antenna is included.

Front and back of the McIntosh MR89 AM/FM Tuner

The MR89 benefits from upgraded stereo blending with a ‘High Blend’ option, a ‘Softmute’ feature, to reduce the audio output of lower-quality station inputs, plus a ‘Highcut’ function to reduce high-frequency audio content. Further features include FM Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) support to display station and music information, an adjustable seek function, plus the ability to store 20+ preset stations for both AM/FM.

OUTPUT METERS

A pair of 60 dB output meters, shows the signal level being delivered from the analogue outputs of each channel; volume is controlled by the preamplifier or integrated amplifier etc. The meters accurately portray the left and right channel audio output generated from the received station.

The stereo receiver benefits from balanced and unbalanced analogue outputs, plus digital coaxial and optical outputs for added flexibility when connecting to a wide range of home audio systems.

MCINTOSH STYLING

The MR89’s black-glass front panel, meters, knobs and brushed aluminium end-caps are all housed in a stainless-steel chassis, polished to a mirror finish that evokes the classic McIntosh aesthetic.

McIntosh MR89 AM/FM Tuner features the classic McIntosh styling

MCINTOSH MR89 AM/FM TUNER PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Orders for the MR89 can be placed with McIntosh dealers with shipping expected to begin in June 2022 (US and Canada), and the rest of the world, shortly thereafter. £6,800.

HiFi Pig Says: A great system addition for the McIntosh fan who loves listening to the radio.

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