Middle Atlantic RSH4A5X-MC – McIntosh 5-Space Anodized Rackshelf, 17.5" Deep

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic RSH4A5X-MC is a 5-space custom rackshelf with a black brushed anodized face plate, factory-cut for McIntosh equipment. Its 17.5-inch shelf depth places it in the middle of the RSH4A5 McIntosh series — deep enough to carry standard-depth McIntosh chassis fully, while preserving rear clearance for power and interconnect cabling. The shelf mounts in any standard 19-inch rack or enclosure and lets a non-rackmount McIntosh component install without any modification to the chassis. For racked McIntosh systems built in standard-depth enclosures, this is the balanced choice.

Product Description

Putting a McIntosh component into an equipment rack usually means a generic shelf and an open, unfinished gap around the front panel. The RSH4A5X-MC takes the opposite approach: the anodized face plate is custom-cut to the McIntosh chassis, so the component appears purpose-mounted, framed in brushed black that suits the brand's signature front-panel styling. The component simply rests on the shelf — no rack ears, no drilling, and nothing attached to the chassis itself, which keeps resale value and serviceability intact.

The 17.5-inch platform depth is sized for McIntosh models with standard chassis depths, such as preamplifiers, processors, and source components, where a 20.5-inch shelf would consume rear rack space unnecessarily. That extra clearance behind the shelf matters in practice: it leaves room to dress power cords, balanced interconnects, and speaker cabling without pinching against the rack's rear door or wall. Occupying five rack spaces (8.75 inches), the shelf accommodates the taller front panels common across the McIntosh line while mounting to standard EIA-spaced rails. It installs in Middle Atlantic racks, third-party 19-inch enclosures, and furniture-style AV credenzas alike. Confirm your specific McIntosh model against this shelf's cutout before ordering — each -MC shelf is matched to particular chassis dimensions, and the team at Creation Networks can verify compatibility.

Key Features

• McIntosh-Specific Face Cutout — Face plate is factory-cut to the McIntosh chassis for a finished, built-in rackmount look.
• Brushed Black Anodized Finish — Premium anodized face plate complements McIntosh front panels in high-end rack builds.
• 17.5-Inch Mid-Depth Shelf — Carries standard-depth McIntosh chassis while leaving rear clearance for cable dressing.
• 5RU Rack Height — Uses five rack spaces (8.75 in.) to clear taller McIntosh front panels.
• Zero Chassis Modification — Component rests on the shelf; no drilling, brackets, or permanent changes required.
• 19-Inch EIA Compatibility — Mounts in Middle Atlantic and other standard 19-inch racks, enclosures, and credenzas.

Technical Specifications

Unsure which RSH4A5 depth fits your McIntosh component? Ask the commercial AV specialists at Creation Networks before you order.