A fourteen-channel environmental equalizer designed for custom installation with the XRT18s and XRT22s speaker systems.
Overview
The McIntosh MQ-107 is an environmental equalizer built for the McIntosh XRT18s and XRT22s speaker systems. It was marketed for custom installations, where its compact size and flexible tuning suited places short on space and needing precise acoustic work. It works as a stereo preamplifier with advanced equalization, so you can compensate for the room. One user confirms using the unit between a preamp and power amp.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 3-1/2” high, 5-3/4” wide and 14” long |
| Weight | 7 lbs |
| Frequency response | -0.5 dB at 30 kHz, -1 dB at 45 kHz and -3 dB at 95 kHz |
| Channel count | fourteen channel (seven per side) |
| Filter type | third octave room equalizer |
| Filter bandwidth | NARROW is third-octave and WIDE is one octave |
| Control features | FREQUENCY COMPENSATION (treble) control and gain trim for each channel |
Design
You program the filters in the MQ-107 by plugging in capacitors according to a specified chart. That sets the acoustic tuning to your room. The unit has milled aluminum knobs and dial lamps, and the build quality is typical McIntosh.
Context
The MQ-107 was designed for custom installation, where its small size and flexibility were major assets, particularly when paired with the XRT18s and XRT22s. It was aimed at getting the most out of the speakers in real listening rooms.
Market
One unit was listed for $500.00 in working condition, rated 9/10. The listing says it functions perfectly after a full service check that included cleaning the controls, switches, and chassis. It also has a McIntosh Official Capacitor Kit.
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