McIntosh’s XCS1.5K takes centre stage
McIntosh’s XCS1.5K has launched. It is the highest-performing McIntosh centre speaker to date, designed to complement its iconic XRT2.1K and XRT1.1K floor-standing loudspeakers and form part of an uncompromising McIntosh home cinema system. (We wrote about a more affordable home music system here : https://www.adamrayner.net/mcintoshs-mb50-music-player-now-in-uk-2/)
The 80 kg XCS1.5K Center Channel Loudspeaker benefits from 43 individual speaker drivers rated to 1,500 watts for even the most demanding home cinema system. It replaces the XCS2K and XCS1K speakers.
The hybrid three and four-way speaker, comprises 25x 19 mm tweeters, 14x 63.5 mm aluminium cone midrange units and 4x 200 mm long-throw carbon fibre bass drivers, housed in a vented cabinet. The strategic driver selection coupled with a detailed crossover design helps to create a wider sound field and in addition, the speaker can be tilted to one of five preset angles to be optimally aimed to the listening position.
Finishing touches include three sets of McIntosh Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts, a removable black-knit-cloth speaker grille and classic McIntosh design elements. The speaker also benefits from seven layers of high-gloss piano black paint.
Key features at a glance
• 43x individual speaker drivers
• 4x 200 mm long-throw carbon fibre woofers housed in a vented bass cabinet
• 14x 63.5 mm aluminum midrange units
• 25x 19 mm dome tweeters
• Tiltable to one of five preset angles
• Three sets of Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts (bi/tri-amping or bi- or tri-wiring)
• Detailed crossover design for a wider sound field
• High-current capacity capacitors and inductors
• Removable black knit cloth speaker grille
• Seven layers of high-gloss piano black paint
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D):
49-31/32″ (126.92 cm) x 17-3/16″ (43.66 cm) x 21-7/32″ (53.9 cm)
Unit Weight:
178 lbs (80.74 kg)
Pricing and availability
Orders for McIntosh’s XCS1.5K Center Channel Loudspeaker can now be placed with authorised McIntosh dealers with shipping expected to begin in October 2022 (United States and Canada), and the rest of the world, shortly thereafter.
XCS1.5K Center Channel Loudspeaker £39,995 (Yes, that’s JUST The centre speaker, no L&R nor rears! Ed.)
UK distributor
Fine Sounds UK+44(0)1592 744710
www.finesounds.uk
About McIntosh
Founded in 1949, McIntosh Laboratory is known for offering distinguished quality audio products, superior customer service and the ultimate experience in music and film. All McIntosh products are handcrafted at the Binghamton, NY factory by over 150 employees with a passion for music and the McIntosh heritage. McIntosh continues to define the ultimate home entertainment experience for discerning consumers around the world, with the iconic McIntosh Blue Watt Meters, globally recognised as a symbol of quality audio.
Since its inception, McIntosh has been powering some of the most important moments in music history and pop culture. From President Lyndon Johnson’s inauguration speech, to Woodstock, to the famous Grateful Dead ‘Wall of Sound’, McIntosh has not only witnessed history, it has also shaped it. With McIntosh, customers have the ability to create their own premium audio experience – and truly live their music. Visit mcintoshlabs.com to learn more.