MP 200 G3 Multi Source Streamer / CD Player

MP 200 G3 Multi Source Player

The MP 200 G3 was developed with the design requirement of combining compact dimensions with a wide range of sources. From Bluetooth and CD to the very latest streaming and radio reproduction, the unit is able to exploit all sources to their fullest potential. The MP 200 G3 can handle not only FM, FM-HD and DAB+ reproduction, it also offers equally convenient streaming from mobile devices and local network memory devices. External digital sources benefit equally from its outstanding signal processing capabilities.  Although the MP 200 G3 works with any D/A converter, its overall design was developed to provide a special synergy when used with the Series 200 converters - the DAC 200 and HA 200: the T+A SYS Link exchanges control data, routes audio signals along the optimum path, and allows the MP 200 G3 to become the command centre of a complete system when the T+A MusicNavigator app is used.

The T+A Audiophile Streaming Architecture of the third generation creates a seamless audiophile connection between the Series 200 and the digital world. During its development, the focus was placed not only on maximising sonic potential but also on expanding the diversity of sources. The Streaming Generation 3 network boards process incoming signals via WLAN and LAN, enabling HV series streamers to access streaming services like Deezer, Qobuz, and Tidal, as well as play local network files up to 192/24 (HD), and even streams from mobile devices through Connect or AirPlay services in audiophile quality.

In addition to its convenient Connect features, each streaming-capable HV device also offers the ability to play uncompressed FLAC files via aptX HD Bluetooth technology. A true milestone in T+A’s history is the ability of the ASA G3 to natively stream DSD files directly from the network for the first time. To ensure the highest possible playback quality, this stream is delivered to the T+A True 1-Bit DAC, which processes DSD files in their native bitstream without any quality loss.  

In this way, a wide array of easily accessible sources is paired with the exceptional sound quality that has always been the hallmark of T+A.

Thanks to the aptX HD™ technology employed in the MP 200 G3, mobile data transmission no longer represents a barrier to high sound quality: in spite of the limited bandwidth of Bluetooth, the system can even cope with uncompressed Flac files.

The MP 200 G3’s digital connecting board features two digital S/P DIF inputs and one optical input, which enable any external source to be connected - including set-top boxes, disc drives and memory devices. A supplementary S/P DIF output is also available. Signal transfer and processing are carried out at HD-quality.

The App control system provides full control of every aspect of the MP 200 G3, including access to streaming services and radio stations, as well as adjusting the smallest details of each device connected to the system. The MP 200 G3 and the T+A MusicNavigator App - developed in Herford - deliver a convenient and complete method of control using any iOS or Android device.
The front panels of the Series 200 devices were designed to be ergonomically efficient, with an intelligent combination of direct-access buttons and a jog dial (rotary push-dial).

In addition to Internet radio access, which is an integral part of the MP 200 G3’s streaming client, the device provides three additional forms of radio access: FM, FM-HD and DAB+. The unit’s high sensitivity to incoming signals is in part responsible for its superlative sound quality, but the digital intermediate frequency, demodulation and stereo decoder output stages employed also play an important role. It is only the intelligent combination of all these qualities which makes the most classical of all signal sources sound so outstanding, whether using cable or an aerial.

Although digital streaming content has now gained a dominant position in the audio world, T+A continues to work constantly on further developing CD mechanisms: this is the only way to maintain a position to give customers the unrestricted freedom to select their preferred music sources. The size of the MP 200 G3’s integral slot mechanism was developed specifically to suit the space available in the MP 200 G3, where it fits seamlessly into the case. With its short access times and excellent error correction system - the result of further development - it plays back disc content with virtually zero delay once the CD is inserted, and operates completely without reproduction errors.

CD-Player

• Formats:  CD/DA, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-text
• Frequency response and dynamic range:  2 Hz – 20 kHz / 100 dB

Streaming Client

• Formats / Standards:  MP3, AAC, OGG Vorbis, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC/UPnP AV, M4A (AAC/ALAC), DFF, DSF
• Data rates:  PCM 32...384 kHz,16/24 Bit; MP3 bis 320 kBit, constant and variable data rate DSD64, DSD128, DSD256

Music services

• Airable radio und podcasts, Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, Amazon Music HD, highresaudio, Tidal connect, Spotify connect, Apple AirPlay2, Plays with Audirvana, Roon* (* Currently not yet Roon certified)

Features

• Gapless Playback for MP3 (Lame), WAV, FLAC T+A Control App für iOS und Android

Network
          LAN: Gigabit Ethernet
          WLAN: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2x2 MIMO
          2.412 – 2.472 GHz (2.4GHz ISM Band, 13 Channels) Channel 1 – Channel 13
          North America FCC, Japan MIC, Europe ETSI
          20MHz bandwidth
          5.180-5.825 GHz (5GHz UNII-1/2/3 Band, 24 Channels)
          North America (IC and FCC): 5.180-5.600 GHz, 5.650-5.825 GHz
          Europe, Japan (ETSI and MIC): 5.180-5.700 GHz
          Max gain in 2.4GHz band: 3.2dBi
          Max gain in 5 GHz band: 4.25dBi
          Up to 17dBm (at antenna terminal)

Tuner FM

• Frequency range:  FM Radio 87,5 – 108 MHz (Europe / US) 76 – 90 MHz (Japanese version)
• Sensitivity:  Mono (26dB S/N) 0,9 µV, Stereo (46 dB S/N) 40 µV
• Overload margin:   103 dB µV
• Stereo channel separation:   50dB
• RDS Functions:  Stationname, Radio text

Tuner DAB

• Reception standard:   DAB, DAB+
• Frequency band:   168 – 240 MHz (Band III)
• Overload margin:   103 dB µV
• Sensitivity (BER = 10 – 4):   2,5 µV

Bluetooth

• Supported audio formats:   aptX HD™, MP3, AAC, SBC
• Frequency band:   2,4 GHz: 2042Mhz ... 2480Mhz Max. transmission power <10 dBm (EIRP)
• RC protocol:   AVRCP

Inputs

• SP/DIF (16-24bit): 2x coax (192kHz), 1x TOS-Link (96kHz)

Outputs 

• Digital output coax (IEC 60958), SYS-LINK and USB-SYS output

Mains / Accessories / Dimensions

• Mains in:  200 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz, 25 Watts
• Normal operation (max.):  25 W
• Standby (ECO):  < 0,50 W
• Automatic power down:  After 90 Minutues without music signal

Dimensions

• 4 x 12.6 x 13.4 inches

Accessories

• Remote control handset FM200, Mains cord, USB-SYS-cable and RJ-45 SYS-Link-cable for connection of a DAC 200 or HA 200, WLAN and Bluetooth antenna

Weight

• 9.7 lbs

Finishes

• Alu silver anodized (43), Alu schwarz anodized (42)