The McIntosh RS150 is a premium all‑in‑one wireless speaker designed to bring the brand’s high‑fidelity performance and iconic styling into a more compact, flexible form. It combines a fully integrated amplification, drivers, and network streaming support for a system‑ready solution. The RS150 is ideal for users who want rich, hi‑fi sound without assembling separate components and wiring complexity.
Visually, the RS150 inherits McIntosh’s signature aesthetics: a black‑glass front panel (on the lower section behind the grille), high‑gloss finish, illuminated meter display (a modern take on the brand’s traditional VU meters), and premium build materials — giving it both sonically and physically the feel of a high‑end component.

In use, the RS150 offers a compelling blend of convenience and performance. Because it’s self‑powered and streaming‑ready, it suits many scenarios: a dedicated listening room, a high‑end living room setup with minimal cabling, or a premium desktop/side speaker with proper placement. Reviewers highlight the unexpectedly solid bass and scale given its moderate size:
“It sounds wonderful … very capable of filling a 300 sq ft apartment … unexpectedly powerful and deep low end.” - Customer Review
The integration of high‑res streaming means this speaker is up to modern digital standards, and its amplification and driver complement are designed to deliver the signature McIntosh sound — refined, musical, and with substance.

Key Features & Highlights
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Streaming built‑in: Supports Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Bluetooth 5.0 (with aptX HD / aptX Low Latency), and is Roon Ready.
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Generous internal amplification: 120 watts total power (90 W to the woofer, 30 W to the tweeter) for a single‑box speaker.
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Upgraded drivers: 5¼″ long‑throw woofer (up from 4″ in the previous model) and a 20 mm titanium dome tweeter, for higher output, deeper bass and lower distortion.
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Premium cabinet and design: Rear‑ported for bass extension, high‑gloss black finish, removable grille in black knit cloth, and a distinctive illuminated output meter.
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Flexible connectivity: Wired Ethernet for network stability, dual‑band WiFi (2.4/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, and full support for hi‑res audio streaming (24‑bit/192 kHz).
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Bass control adjustment: Users can fine‑tune low‑end performance based on room or placement.

Key Specifications
Here are the technical highlights for quick reference:
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Power Output (internal amplifier): 120 W total – 30 W to Tweeter, 90 W to Woofer.
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Driver Complement: 1 × 20 mm Titanium Dome Fluid‑filled Tweeter; 1 × 5¼″ × 6″ Long‑Throw Woofer.
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Frequency Response: 48 Hz to 20 kHz.
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Crossover Frequency: ~2,000 Hz.
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Wireless Input Support: Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 (AAC, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency), Chromecast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5 GHz)
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Wired Network Input: Ethernet (for wired connection to home network)
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Enclosure Finish: High‑Gloss Black. Grille Finish: Black Knit Cloth.
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Unit Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 7.75″ (19.5 cm) × 14.5″ (36.8 cm) × 8.625″ (21.9 cm).
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Weight: Approx. 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) net.
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