Important Information, Connector Information, Introduction and Performance Features
Performance Features
•Patented LD/HP Technology
The McIntosh Low Frequency and Midrange Loudspeaker Elements feature the patented LD/HP motor structure. This design, when compared to conventional Loudspeaker Elements, reduces distortion significantly. It also increases power handling and efficiency.
•Five Tweeter Bessel Function Array
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 utilizes five tweeters connected to produce a Bessel Function Array. The individual tweeter amplitudes and phase relationships are adjusted so the array acts as a high frequency point source. One advantage of such an arrangement is a very smooth and even acoustic polar response. This allows the listener to move off axis without suffering a change in high frequency output. The use of multiple tweeters, combined with a mechanical heat sink, also provides greatly increased power handling at high frequencies.
•Mirror Image Phasing High Frequency Array
The five tweeter Bessel Function Array utilizes a unique circuit design permitting the optimization of high frequency dispersion for Mirror Imaging. This allows for Loudspeaker placement in a room as the Left Channel, Center Channel or Right Channel for use in a multi- channel system.
•Shielded Magnetic Field
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 may be used in Home Theater Installations near a television receiver or monitor without causing the television image to degrade.
McIntosh has designed special shielding around the magnetic structure of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Elements to prevent interference.
•Special Crossover Network
The Crossover Networks used in the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems are designed to ensure an even frequency response over the entire au- dible range. The Network utilizes First, Second and Third Order design for optimal response.
•High Power Handling
The Loudspeaker Elements and crossover components of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 are all chosen for use with powerful amplifiers up to 600 watts.
•High Efficiency
The Loudspeaker Elements used in the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems have also been designed for high efficiency. As a result any McIntosh Power Amplifier, even our smallest, will provide satisfying room filling sound.
•Automatic Overload Protection
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 have
•Gold Plated Input Connectors
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 input connectors are gold plated for superior corrosion resistance and high electrical conductivity.
•Rigid Column Structure
The enclosures are an important part of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems. The Systems utilize a dampened rigid enclosure made from ex- truded aluminum and houses the Loudspeaker Drivers and Crossover. The XLS340 and XLS360 Columns, due to their height, have additional front to back internal bracing to form a dampened rigid Column Structure. The Column’s small footprint allows for a variety of different placements in a room.
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