Two icons of American sound – one from the studio, one from the stereo cabinet – have joined forces for a product that’s as much about musical history as it is about sonic performance. The McIntosh MTI100 Integrated Turntable, already a standout for merging high-fidelity audio with modern-day simplicity, returns in a special edition that pays tribute to none other than Sun Records, the legendary Memphis label that helped launch rock ‘n’ roll into the world.
The McIntosh MTI100 has been a fan favorite since its debut in 2019 thanks to its streamlined, all-in-one design. It fuses a belt-drive turntable, preamp, vacuum tube stage, and a powerful Class D amplifier into one unit – all you need to do is hook up a pair of speakers or headphones. No external gear, no tangle of wires. Just analog warmth and modern convenience.
What makes the Limited Edition different is not the internals, but the soul. This version arrives adorned with Sun Records branding on the glass plinth and felt slipmat, turning the already sleek chassis into a showpiece of American music history. The glass plinth itself uses the same thick, vibration-dampening material found on McIntosh’s flagship amps, layered over a solid metal base that keeps the music grounded and precise.
From Johnny Cash to Elvis Presley, Sun Records was home to artists who shaped the sound of the 20th century. It’s fitting, then, that the MTI100 Sun Edition is built to play their records with clarity and presence. The dual 12AX7 vacuum tubes add subtle harmonic color, enhancing the analog warmth that defined those early mono recordings. A Sumiko Olympia cartridge, complete with upgraded stylus and cantilever, pulls every groove’s emotion onto the stage.
You’ll get playback at both 33-1/3 and 45 RPM, Bluetooth 4.2, digital and analog inputs, a high-drive headphone amp, and enough built-in power (50W into 8 ohms or 80W into 4 ohms) to fill a room – provided you supply the speakers. McIntosh recommends pairing with their XR50 or XR100 models, but any audiophile-grade loudspeaker will fit right in.
Priced at ,500, the MTI100 Sun Records Limited Edition carries a 0 premium over the standard model. But given the bespoke design, co-branded components, and the legacy it celebrates, this is more than just a listening device – it’s a collector’s piece.
Alongside the turntable, McIntosh and Sun Records are releasing SESSIONS Volume 2: Pure Johnny Cash – an 18-track vinyl album remastered from original analog tapes and pressed at 45 RPM. The companion LP, priced at $150, is made to let this turntable shine.
With only a small number of units available and U.S.-only distribution through McIntosh’s online store, this is a rare chance to bring home a piece of American audio and music history in one unforgettable setup. And don’t forget another limited-edition turntable – from Lamborghini & Technics.
