Russound MCA-88X Whole-House Audio Streamer Review Specs

Specs
MCA-88X: 12 x 40-watt amplification; built-in streaming; AirPlay and DLNA support; 17 x 3.5 x 17.2 in (WxHxD); 28.8 lb; rack-mountable with included ears
Inputs: Stereo RCA line level (8), coaxial digital (3), Toslink optical digital (1), RJ45 (11: Ethernet, RNET, Bluetooth BTC-1X module, 8 keypad ports), 3.5mm trigger (2), RS-232, USB (for firmware updates)
Outputs: Phoenix-type stereo speaker connection (6), RCA analog stereo source (8), RCA analog stereo line (8, fixed or variable), 3.5mm trigger (2), 3.5mm routed IR (7), RJ45 RNET link, detachable power cable
Music Services Supported: Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, SiriusXM, vTuner
File Formats Supported: AAC, AAC+, MP3, OGG; FLAC and WAV up to 192/24
XSource: AirPlay and DLNA support; 4 x 1.75 x 6.375 in (WxHxD); 1.2 lb
Inputs: USB, Ethernet, power
Outputs: RCA analog, coaxial digital, Toslink optical digital
XTS: Wall-mounted color touchscreen, 4.7 in QHD Display; 3.2 x 5.2 x 11.3 in (WxHxD); 1.1 lb
Connections: RJ45 Ethernet (with 802.3af POE), optional external power
Price: $3,499 ($4,477 as reviewed)

Company Info
Russound
(866) 888-7466
russound.com

COMPANY INFO
Russound
(866) 888-7466
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COMMENTS
SOCIALXAT's picture

the inclusion of AirPlay broadens the streaming capabilities, allowing users to access content from their iOS devices seamlessly. The option to password-protect AirPlay streams is a clever touch, offering added security for shared audio environments.

Another noteworthy feature is the ability to designate a Primary Zone for streaming and utilize the optional BTC-1X Bluetooth module. While this setup initially seemed promising, I encountered a slight inconvenience when my chosen Primary Zone automatically played music from other rooms. Thankfully, disabling this feature was straightforward, providing flexibility for diverse usage scenarios.

In light of these functionalities, install a spinning tool could further enhance the system's usability, allowing for precise adjustments and seamless control over streaming preferences.

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