McIntosh CR106 2-Channel 6-Zone Audio Matrix Preamplifier
7499,00 €
McIntosh CR106 is a 2-channel, 6-zone audio matrix preamplifier designed for high-quality distributed audio systems in homes, showrooms and custom installation projects.
Combining a preamplifier and audio matrix in one 2U rack-mountable component, the CR106 offers 8 analogue and digital inputs plus Bluetooth, independent control for up to 6 zones, and dedicated stereo and subwoofer outputs for each zone. Up to five CR106 units can also be linked via Dante to create systems with up to 30 zones.
UNMATCHED MULTI-ROOM AUDIO CONTROL
The CR106 6-Zone Preamplifier delivers effortless control and unmatched flexibility, enabling you to simultaneously enjoy different music in different rooms of your home. Combining the features of a preamplifier and an audio matrix into one unit, it can be paired with our amplifiers and speakers specifically designed for custom installations to create a multi-room, high-performance distributed audio system with exceptional sound quality that enhances every corner of your home.
EASY CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
The CR106 is controlled by our free Connect app that is available for both Apple and Android devices, through a web interface, or by the intuitive front-panel knobs and buttons. Regardless of how you control the CR106, no complicated programming is required, so your system can be up and running quickly.
When using the Connect app, you can:
- Turn zones on and off.
- Name zones for easy identification.
- Select audio sources for individual zones.
- Adjust volume, bass, and treble for each zone.
- Configure subwoofer settings for zones with connected subwoofers.
- Group zones together.
- Select 1 of 6 optional EQ Voicings for each zone.
You can also create and customize Experiences using the Connect app or web interface. When you set up an Experience, the current input selection and volume levels for each zone are captured and saved. These saved Experiences can be easily reapplied or activated anytime, offering quick and seamless audio control.
Watch our McIntosh Connect App: Setup and How to Use video to get acquainted with the app.
FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY OPTIONS
Source components, such as CD players, music streamers, and tuners, can be connected via the 4 unbalanced analog inputs or the 4 digital inputs. For larger systems, up to five CR106 units can be linked together via Dante® network interface, creating up to 30 distinct two-channel audio zones. Adopted by hundreds of manufacturers in thousands of products, Dante replaces audio connections in larger multi-room systems with a computer network, effortlessly sending audio over your network to multiple locations.
You can also stream directly to the CR106 via Bluetooth, effectively turning your phone or tablet into a music source. The CR106 utilizes the high bitrate Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) standard; Qualcomm® aptX™ HD for hi res audio playback; and Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, a robust solution that delivers high resolution, uninterrupted audio over Bluetooth.
Each zone has 2 sets of unbalanced outputs plus dedicated subwoofer outputs. Two outputs per zone allow for advanced configurations such as:
- Playing the same audio on 4 speakers and 2 subwoofers in one zone.
- Distributing the same audio across two zones simultaneously.
Your installer can further discuss these possibilities with you based on your specific needs. Dedicated Power Control triggers allow synchronized power on/off functionality with connected McIntosh components, simplifying system management.
STREAMLINED INTEGRATION INTO A DISTRIBUTED HOME AUDIO SYSTEM
The compact CR106 can easily be installed into a standard A/V equipment rack and requires just 2U of rack space (rack mounting brackets are included). Using unbalanced audio cables, its outputs can be connected to a custom install home audio amplifier, such as our:
- MI502 2-Channel Amplifier (500 watts per channel).
- MI254 4-Channel Amplifier (250 watts per channel).
- MI128 8-Channel Amplifier (120 watts per channel).
- MI1250 12-Channel Amplifier (50 watts per channel).
Pair these with our in-wall and in-ceiling speakers – like the WS500 In-Wall Speaker, WS300 In-Wall Speaker, or CS200 In-Ceiling Speaker – for a fully customized listening experience in every zone. Add the rack-mountable MIP200 Power Controller to protect your audio investment from unexpected electrical issues.
DISCOVER WHOLE-HOME AUDIO EXCELLENCE
Transform your entire home into a haven of high-quality sound with the CR106 6-Zone Preamplifier. Contact us to learn more about adding the CR106 to your whole home distributed audio system.
ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS
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- Number of Channels
- 2
(for each of 6 independent zones)
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- Total Harmonic Distortion
- High Level Inputs: 0.005% maximum from 20Hz to 20kHz
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- Frequency Response
- ±0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
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- Maximum Volts Out (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- 7V RMS Unbalanced (Balanced N/A)
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- Sensitivity High Level (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- High Level: 450mV Unbalanced (Balanced N/A)
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- Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil)
- N/A
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- Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet)
- N/A
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level)
- High Level: 96dB
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil)
- N/A
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- Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet)
- N/A
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- Voltage Gain (High Level)
- 4.5V Unbalanced
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- Voltage Gain (Moving Coil)
- N/A
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- Voltage Gain (Moving Magnet)
- N/A
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- Input Impedance (Balanced / Unbalanced)
- 50K ohms Unbalanced (Balanced N/A)
CONNECTIVITY
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- Balanced Input
- 0
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- Unbalanced Input
- 4
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- Phono Input Moving Coil
- 0
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- Phono Input Moving Magnet
- 0
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- Upgradeable Digital Audio Module
- No
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- Digital Coaxial Inputs
- 2
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- Digital Optical Inputs
- 2
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- Digital MCT Inputs
- 0
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- Digital USB Input
- 0
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- HDMI (ARC) Input
- 0
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- Digital AES/EBU Input
- 0
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- Balanced Fixed Output
- 0
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- Balanced Variable Output
- 0
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- Unbalanced Fixed Output
- 0
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- Unbalanced Variable Output
- 6 Zones
(each zone has 2 sets of unbalanced outputs plus 2 dedicated subwoofer outputs)
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- Headphone Output
- 0
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- Input Level Match
- No
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- Home Theater PassThru
- No
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- Unbalanced Analog Connector Type
- Standard
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- Service Port
- 1
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- Network Connections
- 2
CONTROL
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- Tone Controls
- Bass and Treble
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- Tone Bypass and Input Assign
- N/A
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- RS232 Control Inputs
- 1
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- Power Control Outputs
- 6
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- Rear Panel Data Ports
- 0
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- Rear Panel IR Sensor Inputs
- 0
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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- Multi-Chassis or Single
- Single
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- Output Meters
- No
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- Vacuum Tube or Solid State
- Solid State
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- Power Consumption (On)
- 45 watts
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
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- Unit Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 17-1/2” (44.5cm) (with mounting brackets 19” (48.3cm)) x 4-3/8” (11.1cm) x 18-5/32” (46.1cm)
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- Unit Weight
- 15 pounds (6.8 kg)
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- Shipping Weight
- 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
McIntosh is an iconic American audio brand known worldwide for reference-grade amplification, unmistakable industrial design, and decades of engineering heritage. From classic tube circuits to modern solid-state power, McIntosh components are built for long-term ownership and for systems that sound authoritative, controlled and effortlessly musical.
Hi-Fi Market is an authorised McIntosh dealer in Estonia, supplying genuine products through official distribution channels with manufacturer warranty and local after-sales support. We help you choose the right McIntosh direction for your room and listening habits — whether you’re building around an integrated amplifier, moving to preamplifier + power amplifier separates, or refining sources and cabling to get the last layer of resolution and tonal balance.
Visit our showroom near Tallinn (Tabasalu) to discuss real-world system matching and hear selected McIntosh components in a calm, focused setup before you commit.
Build a Reference Stereo System with McIntosh
McIntosh is most often chosen as the heart of a serious two-channel system. Start with an integrated amplifier for a clean, powerful foundation, or step up to separates (preamplifier + power amplifier) for maximum scale and control. Then complete the chain with sources that match how you listen — streaming and digital playback, or a vinyl front end with a proper phono stage. We’ll help you keep the system coherent in a real room and choose a path that makes long-term sense.
Explore compatible categories to build a balanced McIntosh-based system:
– Integrated Amplifiers
– Preamplifiers
– Power Amplifiers
– Network Players / Streamers
– DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters)
– Phono PreamplifiersIf you want a short, well-matched shortlist, contact us — we’ll recommend a McIntosh system path that fits your room, music preferences, budget, and upgrade plan.
FREE DELIVERY ACROSS ESTONIA (For orders over €100)
Shipments within Estonia generally arrive at the destination specified by the buyer within 3-5 business days from the entry into force of the sales contract. The contract enters into force from the moment the amount due is received into the online store's bank account.
If you wish, you can also pick up the goods yourself. The address of the salon is Kallaste 7, Tabasalu.
WE DELIVER TO ALL COUNTRIES OF THE EUROPEAN UNION.
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OWNER OF THE ONLINE STORE
The owner of the online store hifimarket.ee is Audio Sommelier OÜ (registration number 16891515), address Kallaste, 7, Tabasalu Keskus, Estonia 76901
