{"title":"CD Players and Transports","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"shanling-t35-ultimate-high-fidelity-cd-player-and-streamer-silver","title":"Shanling T35 Ultimate High Fidelity CD Player and Streamer - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNinety-Nine of Them, and a CD-Pro 2 Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eShanling built 99 of these worldwide and then stopped. At the center of each one is a Philips CD-Pro 2, the linear-tracking die-cast mechanism that serious CD players were built around before Philips ended production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose mechanisms are not made any more, which is the real reason the run is limited. What is left is a finite pool of drives, and the T35 uses one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is aluminum, standing on a three-leg suspension rather than on four feet. Three points always define a plane, which is why a three-leg stance sits flat on any shelf without rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo AK4499EQ Chips and Four 12AU7s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a pair of AKM AK4499EQ chips in dual-mono, one per channel. AKM stopped making them after a fire destroyed the factory in 2020, so every one now in a product came from surviving stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe output stage is valves: four hand-matched 12AU7 tubes. That is what gives the T35 its character, and it is a choice you rarely see paired with converters of this class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStreaming runs on an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 under Android. Tidal, Qobuz, Apple Music and Spotify are all on board. Wi-Fi, AirPlay, DLNA and Bluetooth 5.0 sit alongside them, so nothing else is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a CD-Pro 2 while they exist\u003c\/strong\u003e — Philips no longer makes the mechanism, so a new player built around one is something you buy now or not at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou like what valves do\u003c\/strong\u003e — four hand-matched 12AU7 tubes sit in the output stage, giving the T35 a character no solid-state player will reproduce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one box for everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — discs, Tidal, Qobuz, Apple Music, Spotify, AirPlay and DLNA all arrive here, so the rack does not grow to accommodate streaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier takes balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR and RCA outputs are both fitted, with a coaxial digital output if you would rather use your own converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on serious headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — the optional module delivers 7.6 watts into 32 ohms across four gain stages. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair to any line input. The valve stage and the AKM pair handle everything from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEthernet or Wi-Fi brings in the streaming services. The coaxial digital output feeds an external converter, and the headphone module, if fitted, takes XLR4, 4.4mm and 6.35mm plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the T35? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worth matching to a source this good — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the optional amplifier module — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich drive mechanism does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Philips CD-Pro 2, a linear-tracking mechanism in a die-cast metal frame, and one of the most respected transports ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy are only 99 being made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth the CD-Pro 2 mechanism and the AK4499EQ converter are out of production, so the run is bounded by the parts that still exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter chips are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo AKM AK4499EQ chips in dual-mono, one per channel, feeding a valve output stage of four hand-matched 12AU7 tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can it stream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTidal, Qobuz, Apple Music and Spotify, plus AirPlay and DLNA over Wi-Fi, running on an octa-core Snapdragon 665.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTell me about the headphone module.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is an option, delivering 7.6 watts into 32 ohms with four gain stages and XLR4, 4.4mm balanced and 6.35mm single-ended jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos covers the CD-T35 at launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ojhO7xyzI2s\" title=\"Shanling CD-T35 CD Player Launches with AKM's AK4499EQ DAC, also used in Shanling's M8 \u0026amp; M9 players\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Hong Kong's \u003cem\u003eAudiotechnique\u003c\/em\u003e goes through it in detail, with English subtitles switched on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tWDPrr2TprI?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Shanling CD-T35 multifunction tube CD player - Audiotechnique\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about valve output stages, the CD-Pro 2 mechanism, or all-in-one streaming players? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980519760045,"sku":"NEW-SHT35-SIL","price":17999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHT35-SIL_01_angle_2025__51407.1763476597.1280.1280_fc4edb82-4e24-4410-81d0-4c7513d9db19.jpg?v=1778165511"},{"product_id":"bluesound-vault-2i-music-player-and-storage-drive-white","title":"Bluesound Vault 2i Music Player and Storage Drive - White","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePut the Discs in Once, Then Put Them Away\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe VAULT 2i does one thing no streamer does. Feed it a CD and it rips the disc to its own 2TB drive, tags it, finds the artwork, and adds it to a library you can play in any room. Then the disc goes back in its box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou choose the format. FLAC keeps every bit of the disc, MP3 at 320kbps saves space, and WAV sits between them. A shelf of several hundred CDs becomes a library you can search instead of one you have to stand in front of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat drive is also a network share. Other BluOS players in the house read from it directly, so the VAULT can sit in a cupboard and serve music to rooms that have no disc player at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Server, a Streamer and a Source\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 32-bit, 192kHz converter handles playback, fed by a 1GHz dual-core processor. It plays FLAC, MQA, WAV and AIFF at high resolution, alongside MP3, AAC, ALAC, WMA, OGG and OPUS, from 32 to 192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBluOS brings Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready and AirPlay 2, with Alexa control. Bluetooth works both ways with aptX HD, so the VAULT can receive from a phone or send to a wireless headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are analog RCA with a fixed option, coaxial and optical digital, a subwoofer output, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a 12-volt trigger. The unit is 220mm wide, 192 deep and 90 tall, and weighs 1.8kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have hundreds of CDs and no time\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping happens on the box itself with tags and artwork applied automatically, so the collection moves across without a computer or a spare weekend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the discs kept bit-perfect\u003c\/strong\u003e — FLAC ripping preserves everything the CD holds, so the library is the collection rather than a compressed copy of it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play music in more than one room\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 2TB drive works as a network share for other BluOS players, so one library serves the whole house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have Ethernet at the rack\u003c\/strong\u003e — a wired Gigabit connection is what keeps a large library serving several rooms without a track stopping midway through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to feed a real system\u003c\/strong\u003e — analog RCA, coaxial and optical outputs plus a subwoofer output and a trigger mean it connects to proper amplification rather than only to itself. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the analog RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier, or take coaxial or optical to a converter if you would rather use your own. A subwoofer output is there if you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect the Gigabit Ethernet port to your router or switch, and control everything from the BluOS app. Discs go in the front, and the ripping starts on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the VAULT 2i? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Where the library goes next — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial or optical output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is an output waiting — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much music will it hold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe internal drive is 2TB, which holds several thousand CDs ripped to FLAC and a great deal more in MP3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats can it rip to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFLAC for a bit-perfect copy, MP3 at 320kbps to save space, or WAV. You choose before ripping starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan other rooms play from it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The drive works as a network share, so other BluOS players read the library directly across the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it join the network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOver Gigabit Ethernet, which is what keeps a large library serving several rooms at once without interruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA with a fixed option, coaxial and optical digital, a subwoofer output, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a 12-volt trigger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e220 by 192 by 90mm and 1.8kg. One year on parts and factory workmanship, for the original purchaser, when bought from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/p0pTkfqvzwE\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSimply Sound and Vision examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ldhopHZP0PE\" title=\"Bluesound VAULT 2i Overview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about ripping a CD collection, multi-room streaming, or lossless formats? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"Gloss White \/ New","offer_id":45980572319917,"sku":"NEW-BDVAULT2I-GLSWHT","price":2149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BDVAULT2I_2-GLSWHT-Large__40991.1728727452.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778097111"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6scd-compact-disc-player-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M6scd Compact Disc Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Digital Inputs and a Balanced Way Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6scd sits at the top of Musical Fidelity's CD range, and it is the one that stops being a CD player. Five digital inputs feed its converter, and a balanced XLR output takes the result onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are two coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, two optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, two disc sources and a computer can all stay plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion steps up too. The converter is a 32-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design. It runs 8x oversampling with 192kHz upsampling. That is the main technical step up from the 24-bit models below it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the XLR Output Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA balanced connection sends the signal twice, one copy inverted. The amplifier subtracts one from the other. Noise picked up along the cable lands on both copies, so it cancels. Over a long run, that is what you hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz. Signal-to-noise is better than 117dB. Channel separation reaches 105dB. Jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak, which is the figure that matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlongside the XLR pair are RCA line outputs, coaxial and optical digital outputs, and a trigger out. The case is 440mm wide, 385 deep and 125 tall, and weighs 11.2kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudiodrom found it dependable in daily use: \"In use the M6scd is a reliable player that reacts swiftly to the remote controller commands, reads the discs fast, and connects without any issues.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the remote, the same review misses what most players dropped: functions \"that I miss with other players nowadays, like track programming or A\u0026lt;\u0026gt;B repeat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR outputs keep the signal balanced from the player through to your amplifier, which is what keeps a long cable run as quiet as a short one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything in the room is digital\u003c\/strong\u003e — five inputs mean a television, two disc or streaming sources and a computer all share one good converter instead of four mediocre ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the 32-bit converter\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 32-bit dual differential design with 192kHz upsampling is the step up from the 24-bit models below, and it is the reason this one costs more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou still use a remote properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — track programming and A-B repeat survive here, which most modern players quietly dropped along with the buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building around one source\u003c\/strong\u003e — the M6scd can be the only digital component in the system, with RCA and XLR out, digital outs, and a trigger to switch the amplifier. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. Either way that one connection now carries every digital source in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, disc players or streamers on the two coaxial inputs, and a computer on USB-B. The second optical input covers a games console or a second screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally one with balanced inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed one of the coaxial inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo coaxial at 32 to 192kHz, two optical at 32 to 96kHz, and one asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have balanced outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. A balanced XLR line output sits alongside the RCA pair, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs and a trigger out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M3scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 32-bit converter with 192kHz upsampling instead of 24-bit, five digital inputs instead of three, and the balanced XLR output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it replace a separate DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat is the design. Five inputs let every digital source in the system share the M6scd's converter and its outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 385 by 125mm and 11.2kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA detailed introduction to the M6sCD, with English subtitles switched on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aT2P5PWGDLg?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6Scd CD player introduction\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about balanced connections, using a CD player as a DAC, or asynchronous USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45980585787565,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SCD-SIL","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/mfm6scd_lp34_sil-large__51023.1728373669.1280.1280_b6f4ca27-45e1-4f9d-8ae2-6f7613c92107.jpg?v=1778099120"},{"product_id":"rotel-cd14-mkii-cd-player-black","title":"Rotel CD14 MkII CD Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKeeping the Motor Away from the Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA CD player has a problem built into it. The motor that spins the disc and the circuits that handle the audio share one box. Motors are electrically noisy. The CD14MKII answers that with separate power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe motor controls run from their own supply. They are kept away from the audio circuits. The converter's digital and analog sections are split the same way, so noise made in one place has no easy route into another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is handled by a premium Texas Instruments 32-bit converter, rated to 384kHz. After it sit custom-tuned analog output filters. Those filters are Rotel's own work rather than a reference design taken off the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the Isolation Buys\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 118dB A-weighted. That is the noise floor. Channel separation is better than 118dB at 10kHz. Dynamic range beats 99dB, and intermodulation distortion sits at 0.0035% at 1kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds within half a decibel from 20Hz to 20kHz. Channel balance is inside half a decibel, and phase linearity inside half a degree. Those last two are what keep a stereo image where it should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are analog RCA at 100 ohms. There is a coaxial digital output as well, so the CD14MKII can also serve as a transport for a DAC. A 12-volt trigger input lets it switch on with the rest of a Rotel system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen to quiet, detailed recordings\u003c\/strong\u003e — better than 118dB signal-to-noise and separate supplies for the motor and the audio circuits keep the noise floor where you stop noticing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about the stereo image\u003c\/strong\u003e — channel balance within half a decibel and phase linearity within half a degree are what hold instruments in the right place across the soundstage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the option of your own converter\u003c\/strong\u003e — the coaxial digital output turns the CD14MKII into a transport whenever you add a DAC, so the player keeps earning its place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a Rotel system\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger input means it powers up with your amplifier rather than needing its own trip to the rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a tray, not a slot\u003c\/strong\u003e — a smooth tray-loading mechanism handles discs gently and makes it obvious what is loaded. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the analog RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The Texas Instruments converter and Rotel's own output filters handle everything from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a separate converter, take the coaxial digital output to it. The trigger input can be wired to a Rotel amplifier so the two switch on together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD14MKII? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A12MKII is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial digital output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA premium Texas Instruments 32-bit converter rated to 384kHz, followed by custom-tuned external analog output filters designed by Rotel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy does it use separate power supplies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo keep the disc motor's electrical noise away from the audio circuits, and to separate the converter's digital and analog sections from each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBetter than 118dB signal-to-noise and channel separation, better than 99dB dynamic range, and 0.0035% intermodulation distortion at 1kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA at 100 ohms output impedance, plus a coaxial digital output for use with an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack and silver, matched to Rotel's amplifiers in the same range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, from an authorized North American dealer. You must register online within 30 days of purchase to qualify, and it does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos covers the CD14MKII alongside its bigger sibling at launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dig14acAIsU\" title=\"Rotel CD-14MKII \u0026amp; Rotel RCD-1572 MKII CD Players Launches after the successful recent sales\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, power supply isolation, or adding a converter? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ROTEL","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45980855140525,"sku":"NEW-ROCD14M2-BLK","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ROCD14M2_BLK_01-Large__88864.1734362205.1280.1280_ba79910c-81cb-44c6-9a63-02434fbf3cec.jpg?v=1778126730"},{"product_id":"aurender-acs100-music-server-streamer-cd-ripper-black","title":"Aurender ACS100 Music Server Streamer CD Ripper - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Box That Turns a Shelf of CDs Into a Library\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping a CD collection on a computer is a chore nobody finishes. The ACS100 exists to end that. Put a disc in, press once, and a TEAC optical drive and Aurender's own ripping engine do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRips are lossless and error-corrected, with metadata and cover art fetched as they go. If the collection runs to hundreds of discs, the ACS100 works with the Acronova Nimbie autoloader for unattended batch ripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOnce ripped, the library lives here and every other Aurender on your network can play from it. Aurender calls that a central server, and it lets your playback machines run light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYour Drives, Your Capacity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStorage is not fitted at the factory. Two 2.5-inch bays take drives you supply, up to a pair of 8TB SSDs, so you buy the capacity you actually need and add more when the library outgrows it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRunning it is an Intel low-power quad-core processor with 8GB of memory and a separate 240GB NVMe drive for the system and cache. Low-power parts were chosen to keep current draw, and therefore noise, down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe case is machined aluminum, 8.5 inches wide by 10.1 deep by 4.4 tall, and weighs 11 pounds. A 4-inch color LCD on the front shows album art as discs are ripped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCarlin \"Rick\" Smith of \u003cem\u003esound-lab.com\u003c\/em\u003e described the ACS100 as \"a more cost-effective version of the ACS10 offering many of the same functions,\" with \"clutter-free direct access to your music\" and \"app-embedded Tidal and Qobuz subscription streaming services.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMaxim Naumov of \u003cem\u003esoundex.ru\u003c\/em\u003e found that it \"offers convenient tools for music playback and media library management,\" and could \"well claim a place in the main system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own an Aurender\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ACS100 adds ripping, library management and central storage to an A200, A15, A20, N20, W20SE or N30SA without replacing what you have.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour CDs are still in boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-touch ripping with AccurateRip and automatic metadata means the collection gets digitized in evenings rather than never.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose your own storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — two user-installable 2.5-inch bays take up to 16TB in total, so the capacity is your decision and not a fixed price on a sticker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run more than one system\u003c\/strong\u003e — other Aurenders on the network stream from this one, which keeps a single library rather than several that drift apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a second source too\u003c\/strong\u003e — the USB audio output feeds a converter for a second system while it serves the first. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Ethernet from the double-isolated gigabit port to your router. Other Aurenders on the same network then see the library, and the Conductor app on an iPad drives everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo use it as a source in its own right, take the USB audio output to a converter. The three data USB ports handle external drives and the Nimbie autoloader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACS100? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aurender it was made to feed — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the USB audio output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhere cool and steady — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it come with storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou fit your own. Two 2.5-inch bays accept drives up to 7mm tall, taking a pair of 8TB SSDs for 16TB in total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it rip to and play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDSD in DSF and DFF, plus WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A and APE among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server running on the same network and current firmware, the ACS100 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB audio output support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUp to 32-bit and 384kHz, DSD128 over DoP, and DSD512 natively, into a converter of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is it powered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn external 19V switch-mode adapter, which is part of how the ACS100 reaches its price. Playback draws 16.5 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound reviews the ACS100:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sIrdRGWOft8\" title=\"Aurender ACS100 Music Server Streamer CD Ripper Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about ripping a CD collection, music servers, or building a networked system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Black \/ New","offer_id":45981148840109,"sku":"NEW-AXACS100-BLK","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXACS100_BLK_01_2024__03892.1734453401.1280.1280_3b6e43ab-b31a-4713-abe4-a203bfc0a438.jpg?v=1778120906"},{"product_id":"shanling-ec3-compact-cd-player-silver","title":"Shanling EC3 Compact CD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Whole CD System on One Corner of a Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe EC3 is a complete CD player in a box 255mm deep and 68mm tall. It has a converter, line outputs, a digital output and a headphone jack, so a pair of speakers or headphones finishes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDiscs load from the top. Lift the lid, place the disc on the spindle, and close it. There is no tray motor, which is the part of a small player most likely to give up first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is a Philips CD80 servo with a Sanyo HD850 laser, and an Ingenic X2000 processor runs the interface. A 1.6-inch IPS screen shows the track, and the whole thing weighs 2.4kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn ESS Converter and Real Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is an ESS ES9219C, with an LTA8092 amplifier stage after it. The RCA outputs deliver 2.3 volts. They measure 116dB signal-to-noise and 116dB dynamic range, with distortion under 0.001%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs from 20Hz to 20kHz within half a decibel. Those are figures a full-size player would be pleased with, from a machine that takes up less space than a hardback book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe headphone jack has two gain settings: 20 milliwatts into 32 ohms on low and 70 on high, from an output impedance of 0.4 ohms. Sensitive in-ear monitors will stay quiet on that figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour listening happens at a desk\u003c\/strong\u003e — a full player with line outputs, a digital output and a headphone jack in 255 by 188 by 68mm leaves room for everything else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou use sensitive in-ear monitors\u003c\/strong\u003e — an output impedance of 0.4 ohms and a low-gain setting keep quiet passages quiet instead of hissing at you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a mechanism that lasts\u003c\/strong\u003e — top loading removes the tray motor, and a Philips CD80 servo with a Sanyo laser is a proper pairing rather than a generic drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical digital outputs turn the EC3 into a transport, so it earns its place twice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour phone has music on it too\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC brings it in at full quality. Pair the EC3 with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA outputs to any line input on an amplifier or a pair of powered speakers. The internal ES9219C does the conversion and nothing else is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadphones go into the front jack. If you own a converter you prefer, the coaxial or optical digital output bypasses the one inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the EC3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized to match — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the front jack — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the RCA outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn ESS ES9219C, with an LTA8092 amplifier stage after it and an Ingenic X2000 processor running the interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn RCA: 2.3 volts out, 116dB signal-to-noise, 116dB dynamic range, distortion under 0.001%, and 20Hz to 20kHz within half a decibel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much headphone power is there?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e20 milliwatts into 32 ohms on low gain and 70 on high, from an output impedance of 0.4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA pair of RCA line outputs, coaxial and optical S\/PDIF digital outputs, and a front headphone jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it take Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC, so a phone or tablet can play through the EC3 at high quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eForever Analog makes the case for the EC3:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mTF4PQirMuQ\" title=\"Why is no one talking about this AMAZING CD player? (Shanling EC3 Review)\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Shanling's own unboxing shows what arrives in the box:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qhoMDiZNFfE\" title=\"Unboxing-SHANLING EC3 Stereo CD Player\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about desktop systems, headphone output impedance, or adding a converter later? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981182132397,"sku":"NEW-SHEC3-SIL","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHEC3-SIL_01_angle_2025__04229.1763134118.1280.1280_8c4fd00c-94e4-4d04-94ec-1ba9940210a1.jpg?v=1778165303"},{"product_id":"primare-cd-35-compact-disc-player-black","title":"Primare CD 35 Compact Disc Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA CD Player You Can Add To Later\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD35 is a pure CD player. It reads discs, converts them and sends the result out. There is no app, no network and no screen to learn, because Primare built this one to do a single job completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat makes it unusual is that the chassis is modular. Primare's SM35 Prisma module can be fitted later, which turns the same machine into a network player with AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNothing else changes when that happens. The disc mechanism and the converter are already the ones Primare uses in the networked version, so the upgrade adds streaming rather than improving the parts that play your discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Drive and the Converter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism is a TEAC CD-5020-AAT, a drive built for audio rather than adapted from a computer. Conversion runs on a single ESS Sabre ES9028PRO, which is the chip Primare uses at the top of this range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs cover both kinds of system. Balanced XLR delivers 4.4 volts RMS from 100 ohms, and unbalanced RCA gives 2.2 volts from 370 ohms. Coaxial and optical digital outputs sit alongside them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cabinet is 430mm wide, 385 deep and 106 tall, and weighs 11kg. That weight is structure rather than decoration: a heavy, braced chassis is how a disc drive is kept still enough to read cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4.4 volts from the XLR outputs at 100 ohms drives a long balanced cable to a distant amplifier without the level sagging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the disc part done properly first\u003c\/strong\u003e — a TEAC CD-5020-AAT drive and an ES9028PRO converter are the same parts Primare fits to the networked model, so nothing about disc playback is held back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may want streaming one day\u003c\/strong\u003e — the SM35 Prisma module can be added later and brings AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect to the machine you already own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the CD35 is sized and styled to sit with the I35 and PRE35, so the stack reads as one design rather than three purchases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want mass where it matters\u003c\/strong\u003e — 11kg of braced cabinet keeps the drive steady, which is the difference between a disc read cleanly and one the error correction has to rescue. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. The ES9028PRO inside handles the conversion either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather use your own converter, take the coaxial or optical digital output to it instead. The disc data leaves the CD35 untouched on that route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD35? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The I35 is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a separates system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support for an 11kg player — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it stream or connect to a network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD35 is a disc player. Streaming comes from adding Primare's SM35 Prisma module, which is designed to be fitted to this chassis later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the Prisma module add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAirPlay, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and network playback, turning the CD35 into the CD35 Prisma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich drive and converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA TEAC CD-5020-AAT mechanism and a single ESS Sabre ES9028PRO converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBalanced XLR at 4.4 volts RMS from 100 ohms, unbalanced RCA at 2.2 volts from 370 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e430mm wide, 385 deep and 106 tall, weighing 11kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrimare's Terry Medalen introduces the CD35 platform and the optional Prisma module:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WBGAG_jgLew\" title=\"INTRO TO PRIMARE'S CD35 AND DD35 CD PLATFORMS\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, balanced connections, or adding streaming to a system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981193535661,"sku":"NEW-PMCD35-BLK","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981193568429,"sku":"DEMO-PMCD35-BLK","price":2998.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMCD35_BLK_01-Large__00295.1768230643.1280.1280_7daf8c09-fbc3-4e20-a682-4985cc6ca6af.jpg?v=1778144463"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-cd-box-ds2-t-cd-transport-silver","title":"Pro-Ject CD Box DS2 T CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNo Converter Inside, and That Is the Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePro-Ject built this generation of CD Box as a pure transport on purpose. A converter and a spinning drive in one box work against each other, so the DS2 T reads the disc and sends the data out to your own DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat leaves the box is the Red Book data stream, bit for bit. Nothing is converted, filtered or adjusted on the way out, which is exactly what a good external converter wants to be fed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt reads CD, CD-R, CD-RW and the CD layer of hybrid SACDs, all through a slot-loading mechanism. That is a wider range of discs than many dedicated transports will accept, home-burned ones included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFour Layers, and a Servo Called Blue Tiger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive sits on a four-layer suspended mount inside a torsion-resistant chassis. The point is to keep the laser in position while the disc spins, because a drive that has to guess at the data will interpolate instead of read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteering it is the Blue Tiger servo board, which is what makes the 1:1 read possible and keeps jitter low. It is the same family of servo Pro-Ject uses further up the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree digital outputs leave the back: coaxial S\/PDIF, optical S\/PDIF, and AES\/EBU on an XLR. A 12-volt trigger in and out ties the DS2 T into the rest of a system, and a remote is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a converter you rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — the DS2 T sends the disc out untouched, so the DAC you chose does the work rather than a chip somebody else picked for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour DAC has a balanced input\u003c\/strong\u003e — an AES\/EBU output on XLR is fitted alongside coaxial and optical, so the best connection your converter offers is the one you can use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own hybrid SACDs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the DS2 T reads their CD layer as well as CD-R and CD-RW, so home-burned and hybrid discs both play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou plan to upgrade the DAC, not the drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — converter technology moves faster than disc mechanisms, and a transport lets you replace only the half that changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a system that switches on together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger in and out handles that. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half of the pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun one digital cable from the DS2 T to your converter. Use the AES\/EBU XLR if your DAC has one, or coaxial or optical if it does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe converter then feeds your amplifier as it always has. The external power supply plugs into the wall, and the trigger sockets can wake the rest of the system with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD Box DS2 T? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The half this transport was built to feed — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coaxial or AES\/EBU — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the drive steady — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it read?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCD, CD-R, CD-RW and hybrid SACD, all through the slot-loading mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne coaxial S\/PDIF, one optical S\/PDIF, and one AES\/EBU on XLR, so you can use whichever input your converter does best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a separate DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, and that is what makes this a transport. Your converter handles the sound, which is where the DS2 T puts the decision back in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the Blue Tiger servo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe circuit that steers the drive. It is what allows a 1:1 read of the disc and keeps jitter to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e240 by 72 by 194mm, or 200mm deep including the sockets, and 2,070g without its external power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years for the original owner, from an authorized Pro-Ject dealer. Register the product and subscribe to Pro-Ject's newsletter and they extend it to three. It does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHenley Audio walks through what a pure CD transport is for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3TOvDU3WMHs\" title=\"CD Box DS2 T by Pro-Ject Audio Systems | A Pure CD Transport\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about transports and converters, AES\/EBU connections, or building a separates front end? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981210640557,"sku":"NEW-PRBXCDS2T-SIL","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRBXCDS2T_SIL_01-Large__18921.1728388361.1280.1280_1bfc0a9a-6492-4e56-99c0-16daaa96d0c8.jpg?v=1778110672"},{"product_id":"primare-dd35-dedicated-cd-transport-black","title":"Primare DD35 Dedicated CD Transport - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTen Kilograms Devoted to Reading a Disc\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD35 is a transport. It reads the disc and sends the data out, and that is the whole job. Everything Primare spent here went into getting the bits off the disc cleanly rather than into converting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism is a TEAC CD-5020-AAT, the same drive Primare fits to the CD35 player above it. It is built for audio rather than adapted from a computer drive, and it sits in a low-resonance mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are one coaxial on RCA and one optical on TOSlink, feeding a digital preamplifier, a converter or a surround processor. Sample rate is the disc's native 44.1kHz, passed on without alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the Weight Is the Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 10kg the DD35 is heavier than many full CD players. That mass is structural. A spinning disc creates its own vibration, and a braced cabinet is how a transport stops that movement reaching the mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower draw is modest for the size, at 7 watts running and under half a watt on standby. A transport has no analog output stage to keep biased, which is where most of a player's idle consumption goes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA trigger output lets the DD35 be switched on by another component, such as an I35 amplifier. The cabinet measures 430 by 385 by 106mm and comes in black or titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a converter you rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — the DD35 hands your discs to it whole, so the money here bought a better drive rather than a second-best DAC you would not have chosen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the disc held absolutely still\u003c\/strong\u003e — a TEAC CD-5020-AAT in a low-resonance mounting inside a 10kg cabinet is the whole argument for a separate transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour preamplifier has digital inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical outputs feed a digital preamplifier or surround processor directly, with no converter needed in between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare 35 system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it matches the PRE35 and I35 in size and finish, and a trigger output switches it on with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the sound later\u003c\/strong\u003e — because the conversion happens downstream, changing your DAC changes the character of your CDs without touching the mechanism. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your converter or digital preamplifier. Use the optical output instead if that socket is already taken by something else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe trigger output can be wired to a Primare amplifier so the two power up together. Beyond that there is nothing to configure, because there is nothing else in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DD35? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The converter this transport was built to feed — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The PRE35 has digital inputs ready — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support for a 10kg transport — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter or analog outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. You get one coaxial and one optical digital output for your DAC or digital preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich mechanism does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA TEAC CD-5020-AAT, the same drive Primare fits to the CD35, mounted to keep resonance low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the trigger output for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt lets another component, such as a Primare I35, switch the DD35 on and off with the rest of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat sample rate does it output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e44.1kHz, which is the rate a CD holds. The data leaves as it was read, without upsampling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what does it draw?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e430 by 385 by 106mm and 10kg, in black or titanium, drawing 7 watts running and under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrimare's Terry Medalen introduces the DD35 transport and the CD35 platform it comes from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WBGAG_jgLew\" title=\"INTRO TO PRIMARE'S CD35 AND DD35 CD PLATFORMS\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, choosing a converter, or vibration control? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981211328685,"sku":"NEW-PMDD35-BLK","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMDD35_BLK_01-Large__99937.1728386324.1280.1280_28fd0321-4032-4e14-8f76-f17f01bf1813.jpg?v=1778144542"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-cd-box-rs2-t-cd-transport-silver","title":"Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe People Who Invented the CD Helped Build It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePhilips developed the compact disc in a department near Vienna. The engineers who did that work later formed StreamUnlimited, and Pro-Ject went to them for the drive at the heart of the CD Box RS2 T.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat came back is the CD-Pro 8, a top-loading module with the servo built into its aluminum body. Pro-Ject was the first company to use it, paired with the Blue Tiger CD-84 servo board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere is no converter and no preamp stage in the box. Leaving them out means nothing sits between the laser and the output, which is the whole argument for buying a transport instead of a player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCarbon Fiber, Springs and Silicone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is milled from a solid block of aluminum. It will not deform, and it will not drift out of alignment. On top of it sits a suspension of carbon fiber plates and tubes, springs and silicone dampers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe suspension, cover and platter are all real carbon fiber, and the whole drive hangs on a gravity design built around a central mass point. A magnetic clamp holds the disc flat while it turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAll of it weighs 3kg in a case 206 by 78 by 200mm, or 210mm with the sockets. An aluminum remote is included, and an LCD shows track and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFour Ways Out, Including I2S\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptical and coaxial S\/PDIF cover the common cases. AES\/EBU over XLR goes a step beyond both. It is the connection most high-end converters would rather be fed on, and it is fitted here as standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAbove those sits an I2S output with master clock, carried on an HDMI connector. I2S keeps clock and data on separate lines. That sidesteps a limit built into every other digital audio connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Expert Sound and Imaging Association named it Best CD Transport for 2019-2020, calling it \"A real ground-up design\" with \"a customised CD-Pro 8 transport mechanism supported by an alloy\/carbon fibre chassis and state-of-the-art disc-reading electronics.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTerry London of \u003cem\u003eStereo Times\u003c\/em\u003e wrote that it \"uses the latest technology to get the most 'analog' sound out of the CD format,\" and is \"exceptionally well built, a pleasure to use, and will match any DAC you own.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour DAC has an I2S input\u003c\/strong\u003e — an I2S and master clock output over HDMI is the cleanest link on the unit, and very few transports at any price offer one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a converter worth building around\u003c\/strong\u003e — with no DAC or preamp stage inside, the RS2 T hands the disc to your equipment untouched and gets out of the way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour floor bounces\u003c\/strong\u003e — a carbon fiber suspension with springs and silicone dampers, on a milled aluminum chassis, keeps the laser reading rather than guessing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a top loader\u003c\/strong\u003e — the CD-Pro 8 module and its magnetic clamp make loading a disc feel like the deliberate act it used to be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou intend to keep it\u003c\/strong\u003e — converters date quickly and drives do not, so a transport this good outlasts several DACs. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUse the I2S output over HDMI if your converter accepts it, since that is the connection the RS2 T was designed around. AES\/EBU on XLR is the next best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial and optical S\/PDIF are both fitted for everything else. Your converter then feeds the amplifier as before, and the external supply plugs into the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD Box RS2 T? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally one with an I2S input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e AES\/EBU or coaxial — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A steady home for a 3kg top loader — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAES\/EBU on a balanced XLR, optical TOSlink, coaxial RCA, and I2S with master clock over an HDMI connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich drive does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe StreamUnlimited CD-Pro 8, a top-loading module with the servo integrated into its aluminum body, run by the Blue Tiger CD-84 servo board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a separate DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The RS2 T is a transport, so your converter does the sound. That is what lets you choose the DAC rather than inherit one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the chassis made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAluminum milled from a solid block, with a suspension of carbon fiber plates and tubes, springs and silicone dampers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSilver or black, in a precision-machined aluminum case, with a matching aluminum remote included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years for the original owner, from an authorized Pro-Ject dealer. Register the product and subscribe to Pro-Ject's newsletter and they extend it to three. It does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOur own walkthrough of the RS2 T:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7i3YHplIMEg\" title=\"Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T CD Transport – The Ultimate CD Transport for Audiophiles!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Steve Guttenberg reviews it alongside the matching Pre Box RS2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mcMw2TiPOP8\" title=\"Review: Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 transport and Pre Box RS2 DAC\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about I2S connections, CD transports, or choosing a converter to match one? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981213982893,"sku":"NEW-PRBXCRS2T-SIL","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRBXCRS2T_SIL_01-Large__44870.1755102328.1280.1280_0855ec35-ff48-4164-a5e8-44ae6443c9cc.jpg?v=1778101072"},{"product_id":"primare-cd15-prisma-compact-disc-and-network-player-titanium","title":"Primare CD15 PRISMA Compact Disc and Network Player - Titanium","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Disc Player and a Streamer in a Half-Width Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD15 Prisma plays discs and joins your network, in a cabinet 350mm across. That size is the point. It fits where a full-width component will not, and it still does both jobs rather than one of them well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrisma is Primare's own network platform. It brings AirPlay, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and DLNA, so the services you already use arrive without adding another box to the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWireless runs on 802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac across both 2.4 and 5GHz bands. The 5GHz band matters in a busy house, where the crowded 2.4GHz band is what makes streaming stutter mid-album. Wired Ethernet is fitted as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Drive, the Converter and the Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDiscs ride a Philips CDM-M10 mechanism, loaded through a slot rather than a tray. Conversion runs on an AKM AK4490, a converter with a reputation for a relaxed presentation rather than a clinical one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom the network it handles WAV, LPCM, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, WMA and OGG up to 192kHz and 24 bits, and DSD to DSD128. Discs play at their native 44.1kHz, without upsampling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output is unbalanced RCA at 2.2 volts RMS from 50 ohms, with coaxial and optical digital outputs beside it. The cabinet is 350 by 329 by 73mm and weighs 6.6kg, in black or titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is not full width\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 350mm across and 73 tall it fits a bookcase or a desk, where most CD players and streamers assume a full-size rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want discs and services in one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — Prisma brings AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect alongside the disc drive, so nothing else has to be bought or matched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Wi-Fi is crowded\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual-band 802.11ac lets it sit on 5GHz, away from the congestion that makes a network player stutter mid-album.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep high-resolution files\u003c\/strong\u003e — the network side reads FLAC, ALAC, WAV and AIFF to 192kHz and 24 bits, plus DSD128, from a NAS or a computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare 15 system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is sized to match the I15 integrated amplifier and SC15 preamplifier, so a compact system still looks deliberate. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The AK4490 inside handles both your discs and everything arriving over the network on that same connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJoin your network over Wi-Fi or Ethernet and control it from the Prisma app. If you would rather use your own converter, take the coaxial or optical output to it instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD15 Prisma? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The I15 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a compact system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the RCA outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial or optical output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is Prisma?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrimare's own network platform, covering AirPlay, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and DLNA, with app control and multi-room support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn AKM AK4490, fed by a Philips CDM-M10 slot-loading disc mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can it play from the network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, LPCM, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, WMA and OGG up to 192kHz and 24 bits, plus DSD up to DSD128.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnbalanced RCA at 2.2 volts RMS from 50 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich Wi-Fi does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac on both 2.4 and 5GHz, or wired Ethernet if you would rather not use wireless at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e350 by 329 by 73mm and 6.6kg. Two years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHIFI Daydreaming sets the CD15 Prisma against the Marantz CD 50n:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CGSEp5722Pg\" title=\"Primare CD15 Prisma vs Marantz CD50n Comparison and Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd an introduction to the CD15 and DD15 together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w7ysiEnkTMI\" title=\"Intro to Primare's CD15 and DD15 entry models\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about network players, high-resolution files, or building a compact system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981220241581,"sku":"NEW-PMCD15-PRI-TIN","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMCD15_TIN_01_2024__35890.1725474328.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778152066"},{"product_id":"audiolab-6000cdt-cd-transport-silver","title":"audiolab 6000CDT CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Flagship Mechanism, Without the Flagship Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 6000CDT uses the same slot-loading mechanism as the 8300CD, Audiolab's flagship player. That part is the costly bit of any disc spinner. Here it sits in a box that does one job, not three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBehind it sits a read-ahead buffer. The transport reads the disc early and holds the data. A scratch that would stall a normal drive gets a second read. You never hear the gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are coaxial and optical. There is no converter and no analog socket. The design assumes you own a DAC you would rather use than a cheap chip inside a player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat a Transport-Only Design Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe coaxial output runs 600 ±50mVpp into 75 ±1 ohms. That is the S\/PDIF standard your DAC expects. Frequency response is under 0.01dB from 20Hz to 20kHz. Top sampling rate is 44.1kHz, which is what a CD holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower draw peaks at 15 watts. On standby it drops below half a watt. That is what leaving the conversion out buys you: no analog stage to keep quiet. It also runs cool, which helps in a closed rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is 445mm wide, 307 deep and 80 tall. It weighs 5.4kg. It is built to sit under the 6000A amplifier, which has the matching DAC on board. Silver and black finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHifi Pig's verdict was direct: \"If you are seeking to move to a dedicated CD transport you should definitely audition the 6000CDT for its smooth operation, sleek looks, and constantly robust playback.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the design brief, the same review noted that \"As a transport, with no integrated DAC the focus has been on creating a solid running high-quality spinner\", built around look-ahead buffering for scratched or dirty discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a DAC you like\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 6000CDT hands your discs to it untouched, so the converter you chose does the work instead of whatever chip a one-box player could afford.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour discs are not in perfect condition\u003c\/strong\u003e — the read-ahead buffer gives a scratched or marked CD a second chance at being read, which is the difference between a collection you can play and one you replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own an Audiolab amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is built to sit under a 6000A and feed the DAC already inside it, so you add disc playback without adding another converter to the chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the mechanism, not the badge\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the 8300CD's slot loader in a simpler box, so the part that actually reads the disc is flagship rather than entry level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the converter yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical outputs hand the disc data straight to the DAC you pick, so you can improve the sound later by changing the converter and keep this mechanism. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e to pair with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun a coaxial cable to a digital input on your DAC. Use the optical output if that socket is taken. Your DAC then feeds the amplifier as it always did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSome amplifiers have digital inputs of their own. The Audiolab 6000A is one. Connect straight to it and skip the separate box. Either way the disc data leaves untouched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the 6000CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the design — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many have a DAC already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A good 75-ohm coaxial run matters here — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the transport isolated from vibration — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a DAC or analog outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. You get coaxial and optical outputs for your DAC, or for an amplifier with digital inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the read-ahead buffer for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt reads the disc early and stores the data. A marked or scratched CD gets a second attempt before you hear a break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich mechanism does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe same slot loader as Audiolab's flagship 8300CD. It was chosen for how well it lasts as much as how well it reads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the output specifications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e600 ±50mVpp into 75 ±1 ohms on coaxial, with frequency response under 0.01dB from 20Hz to 20kHz and a 44.1kHz maximum sampling rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what does it draw?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e445 by 307 by 80mm and 5.4kg, drawing up to 15 watts in use and under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudiolab covers it for three years when you buy from an authorized dealer and register the unit online within 90 days of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMatt Coykendall puts the 6000CDT up against the budget transport field:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/h15CSvG0vmo\" title=\"Audiolab 6000CDT Review - This Might Be The Best Budget Audiophile CD Transport Under 1000.\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, digital converters, or getting the best from a disc collection? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audiolab","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981452107949,"sku":"NEW-AB6000CDT-SIL","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AB6000CDT_SIL_01_2023__57102.1728051311.1280.1280_57584050-9828-4970-981a-6179b523982b.jpg?v=1778135903"},{"product_id":"leak-cdt-cd-transport-silver","title":"LEAK CDT CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA 1960s Face on a Modern Transport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CDT was built to sit beside the Stereo 130 amplifier, and it wears the same retro face. Behind that face is a slot loader, a shielded mechanism and a temperature-compensated clock. The looks are the only old thing about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc goes in through the slot rather than onto a tray. A read-ahead buffer pulls data early, so a scratched or dirty disc gets a second attempt at being read before you hear anything go wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism sits in its own enclosure, shielded against electromagnetic noise and fed by its own power supply. Keeping it apart from everything else is what stops noise turning into read errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Clock, the USB Port and the Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTiming comes from a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator. Crystals drift as they warm, and a TCXO corrects for it, so the coaxial and optical outputs hold their timing whether the unit is cold or has been on all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA USB port on the front takes a stick or drive. It reads FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32, and plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA. Discs run at 44.1kHz; USB handles 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutput is 500mVpp, give or take 50, into 75 ohms. The case is 12.83 inches wide, 11.14 deep and 5.57 tall, and weighs 15.21 pounds. Walnut and silver finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man describes the loading arrangement plainly: \"Looking at the front fascia of the CDT, the Leak is a slot-loading design.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the USB port, the same review sets out how it is used: \"Here, you can insert a USB stick, press the input button from CD play to USB play and run a series of digital files to access the connected DAC.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Stereo 130\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed as a pair, so the CDT matches the amplifier on the shelf and hands its data straight to the converter already inside it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want files and discs from one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA from a stick, using the same outputs your discs use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour discs are well played\u003c\/strong\u003e — read-ahead buffering gives a marked disc a second chance at being read, so a collection that has been enjoyed still plays through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the temperature-compensated oscillator holds the output steady as the unit warms up, which is where cheaper clocks quietly drift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want furniture, not a black box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the walnut finish and retro fascia were made to be looked at, which is rare in a component whose job is entirely digital. Pair it with a converter from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your DAC, or use optical if that socket is taken. Your converter then feeds the amplifier exactly as it did before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor files, put a stick in the front USB port and switch the input from CD to USB. If your amplifier has a digital input, such as the Stereo 130, connect straight to that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the LEAK CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Stereo 130 was made for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The converter this transport feeds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the retro system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. Coaxial and optical outputs feed your DAC or an amplifier with a digital input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, MP3, AAC and WMA files from FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 drives, at 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a TCXO for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA temperature-compensated crystal oscillator corrects for the drift that heat causes, holding the digital output steady as the unit warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. You offer the disc to the front panel and the mechanism takes it in, with no tray to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and silver. The walnut wraps the case in a wooden enclosure, which is the finish most people picture when they think of LEAK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e12.83 by 11.14 by 5.57 inches and 15.21 pounds. Three years on parts and labor, when bought from an authorized dealer with valid proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man goes through the CDT and compares it with the Audiolab 6000CDT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fcLqO1EzfwA\" title=\"LEAK CDT, CD TRANSPORT REVIEW. FULL REVIEW, CLOSE UP AND SOUND COMPARISON WITH THE AUDIOLAB 6000CDT!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAB's Sound Advice takes a first look at the unit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jd4l_6SS3MM\" title=\"Leak CDT Product Preview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, clocking and jitter, or playing files from USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981471506605,"sku":"NEW-LECDT-SIL","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LECDT_SIL_02-Large__33008.1728367621.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778094612"},{"product_id":"bryston-bcd-3-cd-player-black-17-inch-faceplate-white-display","title":"Bryston BCD-3 CD Player - Black - 17 Inch Faceplate - White Display","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBalanced All the Way Through\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe BCD-3 runs two AKM converters in a balanced arrangement, one per channel, feeding a discrete class-A output stage. Nothing here is shared between left and right, and nothing is handed to an integrated circuit that could do the job cheaper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc rides a professional-grade optical transport rather than a consumer drive adapted for audio. Bryston builds for service life, and the mechanism is the part of a CD player most likely to decide how long it has one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs cover both worlds. Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA carry the analog signal, while AES\/EBU on XLR and S\/PDIF on RCA send the disc data out untouched to a converter of your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Fit, and to Be Fixed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe faceplate comes in 17 or 19 inches. The wider one lines up in a standard equipment rack and the narrower suits a domestic shelf, which is a small detail until the day you are trying to make a stack look deliberate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe display is offered in blue or white. It is the kind of choice most manufacturers stopped giving, and it matters if the rest of your system already settled on one or the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis stands 3.325 inches tall and 11.53 deep, and weighs 8.8 pounds. Bryston designs its equipment to be opened and repaired rather than replaced, which is the argument for buying one at all. That is the whole proposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR analog outputs keep the signal balanced from the player to the amplifier, so a long run stays as quiet as a short one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a transport you can trust\u003c\/strong\u003e — a professional-grade optical drive and a discrete class-A output stage are the two places a CD player earns its life expectancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may use your own converter\u003c\/strong\u003e — AES\/EBU and S\/PDIF outputs send the disc data out whole, so the BCD-3 works as a transport as readily as a player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour rack has a standard width\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 19-inch faceplate lines up with professional equipment, and a 17-inch version fits a domestic shelf and matching Bryston components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep equipment for decades\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bryston builds to be serviced, and the display comes in blue or white so the player still matches the system you already own. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003epreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to a balanced input on your preamplifier or integrated amplifier, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. The converters inside handle the disc from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather use your own converter, take AES\/EBU or S\/PDIF to it instead. Both digital outputs carry the disc data untouched, so the choice stays yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the BCD-3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally one with balanced inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the AES\/EBU or S\/PDIF output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR onward — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a 17 or 19-inch faceplate — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converters are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo AKM converters in a balanced arrangement, one per channel, feeding a discrete class-A analog output stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBalanced XLR and single-ended RCA analog, plus AES\/EBU on XLR and S\/PDIF on RCA for digital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich faceplate and display should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 19-inch faceplate fits a standard rack and the 17-inch suits a shelf. The display comes in blue or white to match your other components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it as a transport?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Take AES\/EBU or S\/PDIF to your own converter and the player sends the disc data straight out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e17 or 19 inches wide depending on faceplate, 3.325 inches tall and 11.53 deep, weighing 8.8 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFive years on the digital electronics and three on the motorized transport, from the date of purchase from an authorized dealer. Both cover the first owner and do not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA walk around the BCD-3 in black:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lNWaAy-vJkM\" title=\"Bryston BCD 3 - Black\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about balanced connections, CD transports, or building a system to keep? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bryston","offers":[{"title":"17 Inch \/ BLKWG \/ New","offer_id":45981473046701,"sku":"NEW-BYBCD3-17IN-BLKWG","price":4695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/BYBCD3_17BLKWB_01-Large__07456.1728057611.1280.1280_5ced06e6-eb0a-4de4-a18a-fa602396a39c.jpg?v=1778148157"},{"product_id":"shanling-mcd1-3-multifunctional-cd-player-silver","title":"Shanling MCD1.3 Multifunctional CD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNumbers a CD Player Does Not Usually Reach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe balanced output measures 122dB signal-to-noise and 122dB dynamic range, with distortion below 0.0005%. The single-ended output manages 119dB on both counts. Those are figures you expect from a converter costing more than this whole player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThey come from AKM's flagship pairing, the AK4499EX with the AK4191. Frequency response runs from 20Hz to 40kHz within a tenth of a decibel, on every output the MCD1.3 has.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc side is a Philips SAA7824 drive with a Sanyo DA11 laser. It reads CD, CD-R and CD-RW, and it decodes MQA-CD with the full four-times unfold rather than a partial one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Headphone Amplifier That Means It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front jack delivers up to 1.1 watts into 32 ohms, and 153 milliwatts into 300 ohms. Output impedance is under 4.7 ohms. Those figures will drive demanding headphones rather than just making a noise in them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEverything is run from a 5.1-inch touchscreen on Shanling's Ingenic X2000 platform. Wi-Fi adds AirPlay and DLNA playback, and Bluetooth 5.0 handles a phone or a tablet without another box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog outputs are balanced XLR at 5.0 Vrms and single-ended RCA at 2.5 Vrms. Digital outputs are I2S over HDMI, coaxial and optical. The case is 280mm square, 96mm tall, and 5.7kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen to quiet recordings\u003c\/strong\u003e — 122dB signal-to-noise on the balanced output puts the noise floor somewhere you will never find it, whatever the room is doing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphones are hard to drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1.1 watts into 32 ohms and 153 milliwatts into 300 ohms mean planars and high-impedance dynamics both get what they need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own MQA-CDs\u003c\/strong\u003e — full four-times unfolding is built in, so that corner of the collection plays as intended instead of as a plain CD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR at 5.0 Vrms carries a long cable run to a distant amplifier while rejecting whatever the cable picks up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — I2S, coaxial and optical outputs turn the MCD1.3 into a transport. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTake the XLR outputs to a balanced amplifier, or the RCA pair to any line input. The internal AKM pair does the conversion and the touchscreen handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather use your own converter, I2S over HDMI carries the most, with coaxial and optical alongside. Wi-Fi brings AirPlay and DLNA into the same box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the MCD1.3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is real power waiting — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the I2S output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter chips are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAKM's AK4499EX paired with the AK4191, the same flagship arrangement used in Shanling's SACD player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e122dB signal-to-noise and dynamic range on XLR, 119dB on RCA, distortion below 0.0005%, and 20Hz to 40kHz within a tenth of a decibel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs does it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCD, CD-R, CD-RW and MQA-CD with full four-times unfolding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much headphone power is there?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUp to 1.1 watts into 32 ohms and 153 milliwatts into 300 ohms, from an output impedance under 4.7 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat digital outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eI2S over HDMI, coaxial and optical, so the MCD1.3 can feed an external converter whenever you want it to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about converter chips, MQA-CD, or driving headphones from a disc player? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981498081453,"sku":"NEW-SHMCD13-SIL","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHMCD13-SIL_01_angle_2025__91292.1763479004.1280.1280_0ca8eb72-ceaf-47d0-a575-6ace52b76df6.jpg?v=1778165441"},{"product_id":"primare-dd15-dedicated-cd-transport-black","title":"Primare DD15 Dedicated CD Transport - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Transport That Fits on a Bookshelf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD15 does one job in a cabinet 350mm across. It reads discs and passes the data out, and that is all. Most transports at this level assume a full-width rack, and this one deliberately does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism is a Philips CDM-M10, mounted to keep resonance low and loaded through a slot rather than a tray. A slot has no moving drawer to wear out, and it holds the disc closer to the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are one coaxial on RCA and one optical on TOSlink. Both feed a converter, a digital preamplifier or a surround processor, carrying the disc at its native 44.1kHz without alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Partner the 15 Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD15 is sized and finished to sit with Primare's I15 integrated amplifier and SC15 network player. Together they make a compact system that still uses separate boxes for separate jobs, which is a deliberate pairing rather than a coincidence of size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA trigger output ties it into that system, so the transport switches on and off with the amplifier rather than needing its own visit to the rack every time you want to play a disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower draw is 2 watts running and under half a watt on standby, which is what leaving out an analog stage buys you. The cabinet is 350 by 329 by 73mm, weighs 6.4kg, and comes in black or titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is not full width\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 350mm across and 73 tall it fits a bookcase or a desk, where a full-size transport was never going to go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a converter already\u003c\/strong\u003e — the DD15 sends your discs to it untouched, so the money went into the drive rather than duplicating a DAC you already have.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a slot to a tray\u003c\/strong\u003e — the disc is drawn in and held against the chassis, with no drawer mechanism to wear out or rattle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare 15 system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it matches the I15 and SC15 in size and finish, and the trigger output powers it up with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the sound to stay upgradeable\u003c\/strong\u003e — conversion happens downstream, so changing your DAC changes how your CDs sound without replacing the mechanism. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your converter, or the optical output if the coaxial socket is already busy. Your DAC then feeds the amplifier as before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf your amplifier or preamplifier has digital inputs of its own, connect straight to it. The trigger output can wire to a Primare component so the two switch on together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DD15? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the design — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The I15 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a compact system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter or analog outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. One coaxial and one optical digital output feed your DAC or digital preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich mechanism does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Philips CDM-M10, slot-loading, mounted in a low-resonance arrangement inside the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the DD35?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD35 is full width with a TEAC drive and a 10kg cabinet. The DD15 is half width with a Philips mechanism at 6.4kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the trigger output for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt lets a partnering component, such as a Primare I15, switch the DD15 on and off with the rest of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what does it draw?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e350 by 329 by 73mm and 6.4kg, in black or titanium, drawing 2 watts running and under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAudio Arkitekts reviews the DD15 transport:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QWs0K_aJY_w\" title=\"Primare DD15 CD Transport Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd an introduction to the CD15 and DD15 together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w7ysiEnkTMI\" title=\"Intro to Primare's CD15 and DD15 entry models\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, choosing a converter, or building a compact system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981508763821,"sku":"NEW-PMDD15-BLK","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMDD15_BLK_01-Large__13375.1728385994.1280.1280_a1a9bb9e-5183-47ba-8281-77d76ed6850c.jpg?v=1778144519"},{"product_id":"denon-dcd-3000ne-audiophile-cd-sacd-player-black","title":"Denon DCD-3000NE Audiophile CD\/SACD Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFour Converter Chips and Nothing Else to Do\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DCD-3000NE is Denon's Reference disc player, and it puts four ES9018K2M converters inside one chassis. Most players use one. Four means each is asked to do less, and doing less is how a converter stays clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose chips handle PCM to 384kHz and 32 bits, and DSD to 11.2MHz. Ultra AL32 Processing sits ahead of them, upsampling the disc data so the converters have far more information to work from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt reads SACD and CD, plus recordable CDs and DVDs carrying files. This is a disc player and only a disc player, which is why the money went into conversion rather than a screen and a network stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere 16.8 Kilograms Goes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures 122dB from both SACD and CD. Dynamic range reaches 115dB on SACD. Distortion is 0.0005% from SACD and 0.0015% from CD. Those are reference-class figures rather than marketing ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc rides Denon's patented S.V.H. drive, the Suppress Vibration Hybrid mechanism. A player this heavy is heavy on purpose: mass and bracing keep the disc still, and a still disc is read more accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed analog outputs use machined brass RCA connectors, with optical and coaxial digital alongside. The case is 434mm wide, 405 deep and 138 tall, weighs 16.8kg and draws 35 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics set out the converter arrangement: \"For optimum playback from the 3000NE’s analog audio outputs, the player incorporates an ESS Sabre ES9018K2M 32-bit\/384kHz quad digital-to-analog converter.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the drive and the formats, the same piece notes that \"the drive mechanism is a high-precision Suppress Vibration Hybrid Loader\" and that \"The 3000NE supports stereo audio playback from SACDs, CDs, CD-R\/-RWs, DVD-R\/-RWs, and DVD+R\/+RWs\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour SACD collection deserves better\u003c\/strong\u003e — four converters and Ultra AL32 Processing give the DSD layer the treatment it was mastered for, which no universal player can match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou judge a source on measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e — 122dB signal-to-noise and 0.0005% distortion from SACD put this alongside separates costing considerably more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the disc held absolutely still\u003c\/strong\u003e — a patented S.V.H. drive in a 16.8kg chassis means vibration is designed out rather than corrected afterward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value a fixed output done properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — machined brass RCA connectors carry the analog signal, with optical and coaxial digital there for CD when you want a different converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one thing done completely\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no network stack or screen absorbing the budget, so every part of the design serves getting music off a disc. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the fixed analog RCA outputs to your amplifier or preamplifier. This is how SACD reaches your system, since the DSD layer is converted by those four chips inside the player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor CD you can use the same analog route, or take optical or coaxial to a converter you already own. Both digital outputs are there for exactly that choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DCD-3000NE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in a reference chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single-box partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhere for 115dB of range to go — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support for a 16.8kg player — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converters are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour ESS ES9018K2M chips handling PCM to 384kHz\/32-bit and DSD to 11.2MHz, fed by Ultra AL32 Processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD and CD, plus CD-R, CD-RW and recordable DVDs carrying files, with DSD supported up to 5.6MHz from disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does SACD reach my amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThrough the analog outputs, converted by the four chips inside. The digital outputs carry CD, which is why the internal conversion matters here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the S.V.H. drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDenon's patented Suppress Vibration Hybrid mechanism, which holds the disc steady so the data comes off cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e122dB signal-to-noise from SACD and CD, 115dB dynamic range on SACD, and distortion of 0.0005% from SACD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e434 by 405 by 138mm and 16.8kg. Three years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos looks at what the DCD-3000NE promises for SACD and DSD:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HbEgNxuWIIA\" title=\"Denon DCD-3000NE CD\/SACD player is Here promising Excellent playback of SACDs \u0026amp; DSDs at $2999\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about SACD and DSD playback, converter design, or building a reference source? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denon","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981521936557,"sku":"NEW-DEDCD3000-BLK","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/DEDCD3000-BLK_01_left_angle_2025__65130.1736262402.1280.1280_bcf592f9-ddea-4fd8-9b02-82849ca8738a.jpg?v=1778160315"},{"product_id":"shanling-t35-ultimate-high-fidelity-cd-player-and-streamer-black","title":"Shanling T35 Ultimate High Fidelity CD Player and Streamer - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNinety-Nine of Them, and a CD-Pro 2 Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eShanling built 99 of these worldwide and then stopped. At the center of each one is a Philips CD-Pro 2, the linear-tracking die-cast mechanism that serious CD players were built around before Philips ended production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose mechanisms are not made any more, which is the real reason the run is limited. What is left is a finite pool of drives, and the T35 uses one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is aluminum, standing on a three-leg suspension rather than on four feet. Three points always define a plane, which is why a three-leg stance sits flat on any shelf without rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo AK4499EQ Chips and Four 12AU7s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a pair of AKM AK4499EQ chips in dual-mono, one per channel. AKM stopped making them after a fire destroyed the factory in 2020, so every one now in a product came from surviving stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe output stage is valves: four hand-matched 12AU7 tubes. That is what gives the T35 its character, and it is a choice you rarely see paired with converters of this class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStreaming runs on an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 under Android. Tidal, Qobuz, Apple Music and Spotify are all on board. Wi-Fi, AirPlay, DLNA and Bluetooth 5.0 sit alongside them, so nothing else is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a CD-Pro 2 while they exist\u003c\/strong\u003e — Philips no longer makes the mechanism, so a new player built around one is something you buy now or not at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou like what valves do\u003c\/strong\u003e — four hand-matched 12AU7 tubes sit in the output stage, giving the T35 a character no solid-state player will reproduce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one box for everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — discs, Tidal, Qobuz, Apple Music, Spotify, AirPlay and DLNA all arrive here, so the rack does not grow to accommodate streaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier takes balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR and RCA outputs are both fitted, with a coaxial digital output if you would rather use your own converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on serious headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — the optional module delivers 7.6 watts into 32 ohms across four gain stages. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair to any line input. The valve stage and the AKM pair handle everything from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEthernet or Wi-Fi brings in the streaming services. The coaxial digital output feeds an external converter, and the headphone module, if fitted, takes XLR4, 4.4mm and 6.35mm plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the T35? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worth matching to a source this good — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the optional amplifier module — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich drive mechanism does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Philips CD-Pro 2, a linear-tracking mechanism in a die-cast metal frame, and one of the most respected transports ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy are only 99 being made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth the CD-Pro 2 mechanism and the AK4499EQ converter are out of production, so the run is bounded by the parts that still exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter chips are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo AKM AK4499EQ chips in dual-mono, one per channel, feeding a valve output stage of four hand-matched 12AU7 tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can it stream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTidal, Qobuz, Apple Music and Spotify, plus AirPlay and DLNA over Wi-Fi, running on an octa-core Snapdragon 665.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTell me about the headphone module.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is an option, delivering 7.6 watts into 32 ohms with four gain stages and XLR4, 4.4mm balanced and 6.35mm single-ended jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos covers the CD-T35 at launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ojhO7xyzI2s\" title=\"Shanling CD-T35 CD Player Launches with AKM's AK4499EQ DAC, also used in Shanling's M8 \u0026amp; M9 players\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Hong Kong's \u003cem\u003eAudiotechnique\u003c\/em\u003e goes through it in detail, with English subtitles switched on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tWDPrr2TprI?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Shanling CD-T35 multifunction tube CD player - Audiotechnique\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about valve output stages, the CD-Pro 2 mechanism, or all-in-one streaming players? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981535076525,"sku":"NEW-SHT35-BLK","price":17999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHT35-BLK_01_angle_2025__96819.1763476469.1280.1280_8f88562e-3986-49bb-be7f-c091e34b75e7.jpg?v=1778165487"},{"product_id":"marantz-cd6007-single-disc-cd-player","title":"Marantz CD6007 Single Disc CD Player","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Marantz Circuit at the Bottom of the Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD6007 is where Marantz's house engineering starts. It carries the same discrete output modules the company puts in players costing several times more, in a slim chassis built for a normal shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose modules are the point. An HDAM handles the low-pass filter and an HDAM SA2 buffers the output, replacing the op-amps most players use at this level. Marantz builds them rather than buying them in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a multi-bit Delta-Sigma design. Distortion measures 0.002%, signal-to-noise reaches 110dB and dynamic range 100dB, with frequency response running from 2Hz to 20kHz. Those are solid figures for a player of this size and price, and they hold across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA USB Port and a Real Headphone Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front USB-A port plays WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF and DSD files as well as MP3, AAC and WMA. A drive full of music becomes a source without adding a box or an account to the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe headphone output runs through an HDAM-SA2 buffer with its own volume control and three gain settings. That is unusual at this price, where a headphone jack is normally wired straight off the line stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGold-plated analog RCA outputs sit at the back with coaxial and optical digital outputs beside them. The case is 17.3 inches wide, 13.3 deep and 4.1 tall, and weighs 14.3 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Marantz engineering at the entry price\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDAM and HDAM SA2 discrete modules are the same family used further up the range, so the character carries down rather than being approximated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — a buffered output with its own volume and three gain settings means a proper pair works here, not just earbuds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have files as well as discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAV and DSD from a drive, all through the player's own converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is shallow\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slimline chassis at 4.1 inches tall fits where a full-size player will not, without giving up the output stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical digital outputs are both fitted, so the CD6007 becomes a transport whenever you want. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the gold-plated RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The converter and the HDAM output stage inside do the work from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a DAC, take coaxial or optical to it instead. Headphones plug into the front, and a USB drive goes in beside them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD6007? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The PM6007 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The buffered output deserves a good pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are HDAM modules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMarantz's own discrete circuit blocks, built in place of standard op-amps. The CD6007 uses an HDAM for filtering and an HDAM SA2 to buffer the output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF and DSD files, plus MP3, AAC and WMA, from a drive in the front-panel socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e0.002% distortion, 110dB signal-to-noise, 100dB dynamic range, and 2Hz to 20kHz frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the headphone output any good?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt runs through an HDAM-SA2 buffer with its own volume control and three gain settings, rather than being taken straight off the line stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGold-plated analog RCA, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs for an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e17.3 by 13.3 by 4.1 inches and 14.3 pounds. Three years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWitczak Audio reviews the CD6007:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uG2wrzwNfhk\" title=\"Marantz CD6007 CD Player review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, playing files from USB, or matching headphones? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marantz","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981561651373,"sku":"NEW-MACD6007","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MACD6007_01-Large__78140.1730919024.1280.1280_8ee3a407-e47c-44a5-9a97-ebb02c23d761.jpg?v=1778153378"},{"product_id":"shanling-et3-digital-transport-silver","title":"Shanling ET3 Digital Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Ways Out of a Small Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMost CD transports give you coaxial and optical and stop there. The ET3 adds AES\/EBU on XLR, I2S over HDMI, and a USB output, which is rare on anything at this size or price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat USB output matters more than it sounds. Most converters sold today are USB DACs, and this is a disc transport that will plug straight into one without an adapter or a conversion box in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eShanling recommends I2S for the best result, though that needs a DAC with an HDMI I2S input. All of it fits in a case 188mm wide, 255mm deep, 68mm tall, weighing 2.5kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Lid, a Spindle, and No Tray Motor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ET3 loads from the top. Lift the acrylic and aluminum lid, drop the disc onto the spindle, and close it. Tray and slot mechanisms are the part of a CD player that fails first, and there is not one here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is a Philips SAA7824 with a Sanyo HD850 laser. It reads CD, CD-R and CD-RW, and MQA-CD as well. A front knob powers it on and turns to move through the round display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere is more than a disc drive in here. A rear USB port takes a storage device, and Wi-Fi handles DLNA and AirPlay. The ET3 can even serve as network-attached storage for the rest of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDoug Schneider of \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Hi-Fi\u003c\/em\u003e called the ET3 \"one of the best, most feature-rich, and most practical options I have encountered,\" adding that \"It is stylish, well-built, and reliable.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHe noted that the extra outputs \"are rare at this price point,\" and concluded that it \"bridges the gap between these playback methods, making it a worthwhile investment for CD enthusiasts.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour converter is a USB DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e — a USB digital output means the ET3 connects to it directly, which almost no other disc transport at this price will do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want every option kept open\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, optical, AES\/EBU and I2S are all fitted too, so the ET3 still fits whatever converter replaces your current one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a mechanism that lasts\u003c\/strong\u003e — a top-loading lid removes the tray motor entirely, which is the part that usually decides how long a disc player lives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have files as well as discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rear USB port plays DSD to DSD256 and PCM to 32-bit and 384kHz, with MQA decoding and gapless playback included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace is tight\u003c\/strong\u003e — 188 by 255 by 68mm sits on a desk or a shelf. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePick the output your converter accepts. I2S over HDMI and USB both carry the most, up to 768kHz PCM and DSD512, while coaxial, optical and AES\/EBU run to 192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYour DAC then feeds the amplifier as before. Wi-Fi and the rear USB port add file playback, and the Eddict Player app on a phone controls the lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ET3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Including any USB converter you already own — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coaxial, AES\/EBU or USB — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a desktop system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial S\/PDIF, optical TosLink, AES\/EBU on XLR, I2S over HDMI, and USB, which covers just about every converter made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a separate DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The ET3 is a transport, so the converter you choose does the sound. Its USB output means most modern DACs connect without an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it read?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCD, CD-R, CD-RW and MQA-CD, through a top-loading Philips SAA7824 drive with a Sanyo HD850 laser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it play files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, from a USB storage device: DSD to DSD256 including ISO, DSF and DFF, and PCM to 32-bit and 384kHz, with gapless playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the upsampler for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt converts CDs and files up to 768kHz PCM or DSD512 over I2S, and you can switch it off entirely to keep the disc's native rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePassion for Sound reviews the ET3 with its matching converter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/olYAH40_wbQ\" title=\"REDUNDANT? Shanling ET3 \u0026amp; EH3 CD transport and DAC review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Audio Shrink weighs it against the larger CT90:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Age0sBW0vxI\" title=\"Shanling ET3 vs Shanling CT90 Cd Transports: What to choose?\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, USB and I2S connections, or choosing a converter? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981757669549,"sku":"NEW-SHET3-SIL","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHET3-SIL_01_angle_2025__91234.1763476211.1280.1280_3b44996c-5db1-4fd3-bc43-721840ab52bf.jpg?v=1778165394"},{"product_id":"aurender-acs10-caching-music-streamer-and-cd-ripper-16tb-black","title":"Aurender ACS10 Caching Music Streamer and CD Ripper - 16TB - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Music Library That Does Not Live on a Computer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ACS10 was built to take the computer out of computer audio. It rips your CDs, stores the results, edits the metadata, and serves the whole library to the rest of your system from one machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping is one touch. A drawer-loading industrial drive reads the disc, AccurateRip checks it against a database for an error-free copy, and metadata and cover art arrive with it. Acronova's Nimbie autoloader handles a large collection unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou choose where the files land, and you edit the tags afterwards on the machine itself. There is no laptop in this chain and no folder on a desktop to keep track of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Big Drives, Mirrored\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStorage is two 3.5-inch hard drives, in 16TB or 24TB configurations. They ship set to RAID 1, which means each drive holds a copy of the other, so a failure costs you a drive and not the library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather have the space than the safety net, the pair can be reconfigured to use their full combined capacity instead. That is your call to make, and it is reversible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower is a full linear supply with a supercapacitor UPS behind it, so a sudden outage does not catch the drives mid-write. The chassis is machined aluminum, 27 pounds, 16.9 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound gave the ACS10 an Editors' Choice Award. Steven Stone wrote that \"you will be hard-pressed to find a better, more comprehensive self-contained hardware\/software option than the Aurender ACS10.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEngland's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e called it \"an impressive feat of engineering with enormous capabilities and superb reliability,\" and noted that it is easy to use once you have learned how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour collection is large and irreplaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e — RAID 1 mirroring and a supercapacitor UPS mean a failed drive or a power cut costs you hardware rather than years of ripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the computer gone\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping, tagging, storage and serving all happen here, so there is no laptop to leave running and no folder structure to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own other Aurenders\u003c\/strong\u003e — three LAN ports let you feed a router, connect directly to another Aurender, or daisy-chain a second ACS10 as the library grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have hundreds of discs to get through\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-touch ripping with AccurateRip, plus Nimbie autoloader support, turns an impossible job into a background one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to play as well as store\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dedicated USB audio output makes it a streamer for your own converter. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Ethernet from the double-isolated gigabit port to your router, and control everything from the Conductor app on an iPad. Two further LAN ports connect straight to another Aurender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo play through the ACS10 itself, take the dedicated USB audio output to your converter. The remaining USB ports are for external drives and the autoloader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACS10? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the dedicated USB audio output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Another Aurender to serve — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A steady home for 27 pounds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much storage do I get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo 3.5-inch drives, in a 16TB or a 24TB configuration, set at the factory to RAID 1 mirroring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does RAID 1 actually do for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach drive keeps a copy of the other. If one fails, the library is still there on its twin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDSD in DSF and DFF, plus WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A and APE among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server on the same network and current firmware, the ACS10 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I play MQA files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMQA Core decoding is available as an in-app purchase through the Conductor app, so you add it if your library calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tour of what the ACS10 does with a music library:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3RWgXHzGyI0\" title=\"The Aurender ACS10 Server: An Ingenious Solution to Music Storage, Management, and Databasing\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about music servers, ripping a CD collection, or backing up a digital library? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Black \/ 16TB \/ New","offer_id":45981780738221,"sku":"NEW-AXACS10-BLK-16TB","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXACS10_2-BLK-Large__07989.1734453937.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778130479"},{"product_id":"aurender-a30-caching-music-server-cd-ripper-10tb-black","title":"Aurender A30  Caching Music Server\/CD Ripper - 10TB - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Boxes, Folded Into One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe A30 is a music server, a streamer, a CD ripper, a converter and a headphone amplifier in one chassis. It is the flagship of Aurender's analog-output range. It replaces most of a rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot-loading drive rips your CDs to FLAC, WAV or AIFF with AccurateRip checking every copy. Cover art and metadata arrive with the rip, and you choose the folder they land in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTen terabytes of enterprise-grade hard disk hold the results, with a 480GB solid-state drive caching whatever is playing. That cache is why playback is not competing with the disk for attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Transformers and a Dual-Mono Converter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe power supply is fully linear, built around five separate toroidal transformers. There is one each for the server, the digital section, the two converters and the headphone amplifier. None of them shares a supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is an AKM AK4497 in dual-mono, on its own dual-mono linear supplies. An FPGA reclocks the data against a clock measuring under 100 femtoseconds of jitter. MQA decoding is built in as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBehind all of it sits a supercapacitor uninterruptible supply, which keeps the machine stable if the power drops without warning. The case is 16.9 inches wide and weighs 37.5 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHi-Fi News gave the A30 its Editors' Choice Award. Andrew Everard wrote that it \"makes every nuance clear without the merest suggestion of harshness,\" and that \"Its sophistication never slips.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eScott Hull of \u003cem\u003ept.audio\u003c\/em\u003e put it plainly: \"The sound is reference-quality. The build is reference-quality,\" and added that the A30 \"invites you to spend more on the rest of your system just to keep up with it.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the rack back\u003c\/strong\u003e — server, streamer, ripper, converter and headphone amplifier in one box means an amplifier and speakers finish the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones as well as speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — three outputs are fitted, quarter-inch unbalanced plus 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm balanced, so almost any pair plugs straight in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier takes balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR and RCA outputs are both there with variable level, so the A30 can feed a power amplifier directly and skip the preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a lot of music and more coming\u003c\/strong\u003e — ten terabytes on board, plus NAS and USB storage support, means the library has somewhere to grow into.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour other sources are digital too\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial RCA, coaxial BNC and two optical inputs bring them in. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTake the XLR or RCA outputs straight to a power amplifier or an integrated, since the A30's output level is variable. Ethernet goes to your router, and the Conductor app does the driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOther digital sources connect on coaxial RCA, coaxial BNC or optical. Headphones plug into the front, and a dedicated USB audio output feeds an external converter if you prefer one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the A30? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The variable outputs can drive one directly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three outputs are waiting — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn AKM AK4497 in a dual-mono arrangement, each channel on its own linear power supply, with a full MQA decoder on board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat sample rates does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePCM up to 768kHz and 32-bit, DSD256 over DoP, and DSD512 natively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much storage is fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTen terabytes on a 3.5-inch enterprise-grade drive, plus a 480GB NVMe drive that caches whatever is playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it without a preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The XLR and RCA outputs have variable level control, so the A30 can drive a power amplifier on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server on the same network and current firmware, the A30 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe A30 set against its smaller sibling, the A20:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bfDF1qchocc\" title=\"Aurender A30 vs. A20: Music Server Review \u0026amp; Comparison\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about all-in-one servers, ripping a CD collection, or driving a power amplifier directly? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981814063277,"sku":"NEW-AXA30-BLK-10TB","price":24000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXA30_2_SIL10TB-Large__70974.1734451154.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778123372"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m2scd-compact-disc-player-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M2SCD Compact Disc Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA CD Player That Does One Thing Completely\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M2scd is the entry point to Musical Fidelity's CD range, and it is a player rather than a hub. A disc goes in the front slot, a 24-bit converter handles it, and the music leaves on RCA outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat converter is a Delta-Sigma dual differential design running 8x oversampling. Dual differential means each channel is handled by its own pair of converter sections, which is where the channel separation figure of over 105dB comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo filters sit in the power path. A mains choke filter cleans what arrives from the wall, and a digital stream noise filter deals with what the digital section generates. Both exist to keep the analog stage quiet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Measurements Behind the Simplicity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz. Signal-to-noise is better than 117dB A-weighted. Frequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB, and linearity is within 0.1dB all the way down to -96dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. That figure matters more than most on a disc player, because timing errors are the fault a converter cannot correct once they have happened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output is 2.2 volts nominal from a 50-ohm source, with coaxial and optical digital outputs alongside. The case is 440mm wide, 375 deep and 100 tall, weighs 6.65kg and draws 20 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? described the look: \"Musical Fidelity has opted for a sleek, fuss-free design, with a small silver M2sCD insignia plate the only real flourish in terms of bodywork.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHifi Pig covered the engineering: \"The CD player features a mains choke filter and a high-tech digital stream noise filter which Musical Fidelity say allows the player to perform like much more expensive models\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a player, not a project\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slot, a remote and a pair of RCA outputs are the whole interface, so it works with any amplifier from the first disc you load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou partner it with an M2si\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed together and match in size, finish and character, so the pair reads as one system rather than two purchases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — jitter under 135 picoseconds and linearity within 0.1dB to -96dB are the figures that separate a good disc player from a merely adequate one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a slot to a tray\u003c\/strong\u003e — the disc is drawn in and held rather than carried on a plastic drawer, which is both quieter in use and one less thing to break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical digital outputs let the M2scd serve as a transport whenever you want, so it stays useful as the system grows. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. At 2.2 volts from a 50-ohm source, the M2scd drives a long interconnect without losing its grip on the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter, take the coaxial or optical output to it instead. The disc data then leaves untouched and your DAC does the work the internal one would have done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M2scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The M2si is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the day you use the digital outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, giving channel separation of better than 105dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA at 2.2 volts nominal from 50 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M3scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd adds digital inputs so it also works as a converter for other sources. The M2scd concentrates entirely on playing discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, jitter under 135 picoseconds, and 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. The disc is drawn in from your hand, and the player pulls it back if you leave it protruding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 375 by 100mm and 6.65kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHenley Audio, Musical Fidelity's own distributor, on the M2sCD:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rgTX1EIdgXs\" title=\"Musical Fidelity | M2sCD and M2si\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, jitter and timing, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981860233389,"sku":"NEW-MFM2SCD-SIL","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM2SCD_SIL_01-Large__07469.1728370113.1280.1280_fb44cbe2-d02d-453f-a516-377ebe7a4d7d.jpg?v=1778095390"},{"product_id":"naim-audio-uniti-star-all-in-one-music-streamer","title":"Naim Audio Uniti Star All-In-One Music Streamer","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOne Box, and the Discs Go In the Front\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Uniti Star is a complete system in a single chassis. Seventy watts a channel into 8 ohms, a streamer, a converter and a CD slot, so a pair of speakers is genuinely all you need to add.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat CD slot does more than play. It rips discs to WAV or FLAC, onto a USB drive or SSD of up to a terabyte. That is enough for around twenty thousand tracks kept losslessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSo a shelf of discs becomes a library on the same machine that plays it, and the collection stops being something you get up to change. The player handles both from one interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMore Inputs Than Most Amplifiers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo optical inputs take up to 24-bit and 96kHz. Two coaxial RCA inputs reach 24-bit and 192kHz, and handle DSD over DoP. There is a BNC digital input to 192kHz as well, which is rare on anything at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn HDMI ARC input brings your television in over a single cable, letting the set's remote control the volume. An analog RCA input covers a turntable stage or anything else that is not digital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStreaming is built in alongside all of that, so services, internet radio and your own network library all arrive without another box on the shelf. Naim's own app does the driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to stop owning boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — amplification, streaming, conversion and a CD drive are all inside, so a pair of speakers completes the system and the rack disappears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour CDs deserve to be archived\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping to WAV or FLAC onto a terabyte drive holds around twenty thousand tracks losslessly, on the machine that already plays them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you own is digital\u003c\/strong\u003e — two optical, two coaxial and a BNC input mean a disc player, a console, a set-top box and a computer can all stay connected at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television is part of the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI ARC brings the set in on one cable and lets its remote control the volume, which optical alone cannot do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want 70 watts to work with\u003c\/strong\u003e — that is real power for a one-box system, enough to drive floorstanders rather than only small speakers. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWire a pair of speakers to the terminals and the system is working. Discs go in the front slot, and the network arrives over Wi-Fi or Ethernet for streaming and your own library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television connects on HDMI ARC, other digital sources on optical, coaxial or BNC, and anything analog on the RCA input. A USB drive or SSD holds whatever you rip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the Uniti Star? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 watts will drive them — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a smaller room — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e The one connection you still have to make — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the analog input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSeventy watts per channel into 8 ohms, which is enough to drive floorstanding speakers rather than only compact ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it rip my CDs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It rips to WAV or FLAC onto a USB drive or SSD of up to a terabyte, holding roughly twenty thousand tracks losslessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo optical to 24-bit\/96kHz, two coaxial RCA to 24-bit\/192kHz with DoP, a BNC input to 192kHz, and HDMI ARC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it improve my television sound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHDMI ARC brings the set's audio in on one cable and lets the television remote control the volume, so it becomes part of the hi-fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThrough the analog RCA input, using a phono stage between the turntable and the Uniti Star to bring the signal up to line level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a valid receipt from an authorized retailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSevenoaks walks through the Uniti range, with the Star among them:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Tllap7bp_To\" title=\"Naim Uniti Range Feature Review - Uniti Atom - Uniti Star - Uniti Nova - Uniti Core\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about all-in-one systems, ripping a CD collection, or improving television sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Naim Audio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981928292525,"sku":"NEW-NMUNSTAR-STD","price":5699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981928325293,"sku":"DEMO-NMUNSTAR-STD","price":3999.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NMUNSTAR_TNR_02-Large__95236.1728888991.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778114616"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3scd-compact-disc-player-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M3scd Compact Disc Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe One That Also Takes Your Television\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd plays discs like its smaller sibling, then adds the thing that changes what it is for. Three digital inputs on the back let other sources borrow its converter, so it becomes the digital hub of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are a coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, an optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B running to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, a set-top box and a computer all have somewhere to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAsynchronous is the word doing the work on that USB port. The M3scd clocks the data itself rather than following the computer, which keeps the computer's own timing out of the conversion entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSame Engineering, More Sockets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling. Distortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz, and signal-to-noise measures better than 117dB. The architecture is shared across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB. Linearity stays inside 0.1dB down to -96dB, channel separation reaches 105dB, and jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. Jitter is the number that matters most on a disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are line-level RCA, coaxial and optical digital, and a 12-volt trigger on a 3.5mm jack for switching a matching amplifier on with it. The case is 440 by 380 by 100mm and weighs 6.05kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television sounds thin\u003c\/strong\u003e — run its optical output into the M3scd and the same converter that handles your discs handles broadcast and streaming sound as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep music on a computer\u003c\/strong\u003e — the asynchronous USB-B input takes 24-bit files to 96kHz and clocks them itself, so the computer's timing never reaches the conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more sources than inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, optical and USB together mean a disc player, a set-top box and a laptop can all stay connected and switched from the remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one converter for everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — instead of a different DAC quality per source, every digital thing in the room ends up sounding like the M3scd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the system to power up together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger output switches a matching amplifier on with the player, which is a small thing that stops feeling small after a week. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the line-level RCA outputs to your amplifier. That single connection now carries your discs and everything you plug into the three digital inputs behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, a disc player or set-top box on coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The trigger output can switch a matching amplifier on at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M3scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial at 32 to 192kHz, optical at 32 to 96kHz, and asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does asynchronous USB mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd controls the timing rather than the computer, so jitter from the computer's own clock stays out of the conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M2scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe three digital inputs and the trigger output. The M2scd plays discs only; the M3scd also converts for other sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, the same architecture used across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 380 by 100mm and 6.05kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA look at the M3sCD and its 24-bit\/192kHz converter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NSPHly2wU2M\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3SCD CD player \u0026amp; 192kHz x 24bit DAC\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about using a CD player as a DAC, asynchronous USB, or improving television sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981931077805,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-BLK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3SCD_BLK_02-Large__70833.1728372507.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778095166"},{"product_id":"hifi-rose-rsa780-cd-transport-and-ripper-silver","title":"HiFi Rose RSA780 CD Transport and Ripper - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Disc Drive Your HiFi Rose Player Was Missing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFi Rose builds streamers with large screens and no disc drive. The RSA780 adds one. It connects over USB, and from that point your CD collection appears in the same interface as everything else you play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt plays discs and it rips them. Choose FLAC, compressed FLAC or WAV, and the disc becomes a file on your player's storage, tagged and ready alongside the rest of your library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe whole thing is 152mm square and 25mm tall, weighing about 0.9kg. It is designed to sit next to a Rose player rather than in a rack, which is why it looks like an accessory rather than a component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the USB Connection Is the Clever Part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe RSA780 uses a USB-B socket rather than the small connector most drives carry. That means you can use a proper audiophile USB A-to-B cable, the same kind you would put between a computer and a converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eInside is a USB isolator. The disc drive and the player are kept electrically separate, so the motor and laser cannot push electrical noise down the cable into the machine doing the listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat isolation is why jitter stays low across the link. Only the music data crosses. It is what you want between a spinning mechanism and a sensitive digital front end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a HiFi Rose streamer\u003c\/strong\u003e — the RSA780 is built for that pairing, so discs appear in the interface you already use rather than needing a separate remote and input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want your CDs on the player's storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping to FLAC keeps every bit of the disc, and compressed FLAC or WAV are there if you would rather trade one thing for another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about the connection\u003c\/strong\u003e — a USB-B socket takes a proper audiophile cable, and the internal isolator keeps the drive's electrical noise out of the player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace is tight\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 152mm square and 25mm tall it sits beside a Rose player on the same shelf without needing a rack position of its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are still buying discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a drive that both plays and rips means new purchases join the library the same evening. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e if you are still choosing the player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun a USB A-to-B cable from the RSA780 to a USB port on your HiFi Rose player. That single cable carries both the disc data and the drive's power, so there is nothing else to plug in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom there everything happens on the player. Load a disc to play it, or start a rip and choose the format, and the resulting files land on the storage you already use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the RSA780? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rose player it was built for — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Where the ripped library ends up — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the rest of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it connect to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA HiFi Rose network player, over a USB A-to-B cable. The drive is designed to work as part of that system rather than on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats can it rip to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFLAC, compressed FLAC, or WAV, chosen on the player before the rip starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB isolator do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt keeps the drive and the player electrically separate, so only music data crosses the cable and jitter stays low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy a USB-B socket rather than a smaller one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSo you can use a standard audiophile USB A-to-B cable, the same type used between a computer and a converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e152 by 152 by 25mm, weighing around 0.9kg, which is roughly two pounds and heavier than its size suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years from the original date of purchase, covering manufacturing defects. Unusually, it stays with the device, so it remains active if the unit changes hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipcaster gets hands on with the RSA780:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gO4J6OOkKQg\" title=\"Hands on with the HiFi Rose CD Drive RSA780 at Ripcaster\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about ripping a CD collection, USB isolation, or network players? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HiFi Rose","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981933207725,"sku":"NEW-HIRSA780-SIL","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HIRSA780_SIL_02_2024__58810.1728313162.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778097679"},{"product_id":"denon-dcd-900ne-cd-player","title":"Denon DCD-900NE CD Player","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA CD Player With a USB Port That Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DCD-900NE plays discs, then does something the cheaper Denons cannot. A USB port on the front takes a flash drive, and what it reads from that drive goes well past the resolution a CD holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom USB it plays WAV and FLAC up to 192kHz and 24 bits, ALAC to 96kHz, AIFF to 192kHz, and DSD up to 5.6MHz. MP3, WMA and AAC play too. Frequency response over USB reaches 50kHz. Nothing on a CD comes close to that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on an ES9018K2M chip with Advanced AL32 Processing Plus. A DAC Master Clock Design puts the timing reference next to the converter rather than further upstream, which is where jitter is easiest to control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and the Pure Direct Button\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures 115dB from CD and USB alike. Dynamic range from disc is 101dB. Distortion is 0.0025% from CD, 0.0020% from 24-bit PCM over USB, and 0.0015% from DSD. All three are low figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePure Direct is the button worth knowing. It shuts off the front display and switches the digital outputs off, so nothing is running that the analog output stage does not need. Less activity nearby means less noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are gold-plated analog RCA plus optical and coaxial digital. The case measures 434mm wide, 328 deep and 107 tall, weighs 4.9kg and draws 24 watts. Black and silver finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eReporting on the launch, ecoustics set out the USB side: \"USB playback supports both standard and Hi-res audio digital audio formats including MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV, FLAC HD, ALAC, AIFF (up to 192-kHz\/24bit), and DSD (up to 5.6-MHz)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn Pure Direct, the same piece explains: \"selecting pure direct turns off the player’s front panel display and makes the digital optical\/coaxial audio outputs inactive.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have discs and a drive full of files\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays hi-res WAV, FLAC and DSD alongside your CDs, so both libraries run through the same converter and the same outputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want hi-res without a network\u003c\/strong\u003e — files up to 192kHz and 24 bits, and DSD to 5.6MHz, arrive from a flash drive with no app, no account and nothing to configure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen through the analog outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pure Direct shuts down the display and the digital outputs, leaving only what the analog stage needs powered up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want both kinds of digital output\u003c\/strong\u003e — optical and coaxial are both fitted, so it will feed a modern converter or older equipment without an adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care where the clock sits\u003c\/strong\u003e — the DAC Master Clock Design puts the timing reference at the converter, which is the point in the chain where jitter does the most damage. Add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e to finish the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the gold-plated RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The ES9018K2M inside does the converting, and Pure Direct is there when you want everything else switched off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter, take optical or coaxial to it instead. For files, put a flash drive in the front USB port and browse it from the remote and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DCD-900NE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the optical or coaxial output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV and FLAC to 192kHz\/24-bit, ALAC to 96kHz, AIFF to 192kHz, DSD to 5.6MHz, plus MP3, WMA and AAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn ESS ES9018K2M, working with Advanced AL32 Processing Plus and a DAC Master Clock Design for timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does Pure Direct do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt turns off the front display and the digital outputs, so only the circuits feeding the analog outputs stay active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGold-plated analog RCA, plus both optical and coaxial digital outputs for an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e115dB signal-to-noise from CD and USB, 101dB dynamic range from disc, and 0.0025% distortion from CD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e434 by 328 by 107mm and 4.9kg. Three years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA walk through Denon's CD and SACD range, the DCD-900NE among them, with English subtitles switched on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/N6EPTc1mAGc?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Denon CD\/SACD range - DCD 600NE, DCD 900NE, DCD 1700NE, DCD 3000NE\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, hi-res files from USB, or adding a converter? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981961289901,"sku":"NEW-DEDCD900","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/DEDCD900_01-Large__70828.1728311710.1280.1280_68028536-712d-40e5-8cb6-2496fb5d8425.jpg?v=1778121513"},{"product_id":"denon-dcd-1700ne-cd-sacd-player-silver","title":"Denon DCD-1700NE CD\/SACD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYour SACDs Finally Get a Player Built for Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DCD-1700NE reads SACD as well as CD. That matters because most SACD owners have been playing those discs on a universal video player, which treats the format as one job among many rather than the main one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe numbers show what a dedicated design buys. From SACD, signal-to-noise measures 119dB and distortion 0.0010%. From CD it is 117dB and 0.0016%. Dynamic range reaches 112dB on SACD. Those are separates-class figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on a Burr-Brown PCM1795, a 32-bit chip with a long track record. Advanced AL32 Processing Plus upsamples ahead of it to 384kHz and 32 bits, giving the converter more to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Clock, the Drive and the Discs It Reads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDenon's DAC Master Clock Design makes the converter the timing master and synchronizes everything else to it. That is the opposite of the usual arrangement, and it is where jitter gets controlled rather than corrected later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc sits on Denon's S.V.H. drive, short for Suppress Vibration Hybrid. A spinning disc generates its own movement, and a mechanism that resists it hands cleaner data to everything downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBeyond SACD and CD it reads recordable DVDs loaded with files: WAV and AIFF to 192kHz, FLAC, ALAC to 96kHz, and DSD to 5.6MHz. Burned CDs carry MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLB Tech Reviews described the connections plainly: \"On the back of the large enclosure, there is only a set of RCA sockets for analogue audio, as well as optical and coaxial digital output.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the converter and the Pure Direct control, the same review notes that \"The digital converter in the DCD-1700NE is based on the Burr-Brown PCM1795\" and that \"The Pure Direct button switches off the digital output to reduce the risk of noise in the analogue circuits.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own SACDs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a player built around the format converts that layer with a PCM1795 and Advanced AL32 Plus, rather than whatever chip a universal video machine had room for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the quiet measured\u003c\/strong\u003e — 119dB signal-to-noise and 0.0010% distortion from SACD are figures that hold up against separates costing a great deal more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have burned high-resolution discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — recordable DVDs carry WAV and AIFF to 192kHz and DSD to 5.6MHz, so a data disc becomes a hi-res source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen through the analog outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pure Direct switches the digital output off to keep its noise away from the analog circuits, which is the point of buying a good converter in the first place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a player, not a platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is a disc machine with RCA analog plus optical and coaxial digital outputs, built to sit in a system and last. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. This is the route SACD takes, because the DSD layer is converted inside the player rather than sent out as data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor CDs you have a choice. Use the same analog outputs, or take optical or coaxial to a converter you already own and let that handle the disc instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DCD-1700NE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the dynamic range somewhere to go — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep a 9kg disc player steady — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW, plus recordable DVDs carrying high-resolution files including DSD to 5.6MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Burr-Brown PCM1795, fed by Advanced AL32 Processing Plus which upsamples to 384kHz and 32 bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA fixed pair of gold-plated analog RCA outputs, plus optical and coaxial digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does SACD reach my amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThrough the analog outputs. The DSD layer is converted inside the player, which is why the internal converter matters so much on this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD: 119dB signal-to-noise, 112dB dynamic range, 0.0010% distortion. CD: 117dB, 101dB and 0.0016%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e434 by 384 by 135mm and 9.0kg. Three years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA first look at the DCD-1700NE in a working system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OqTQ-kzl62Y\" title=\"Denon DCD-1700NE - First Impressions\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about SACD and DSD playback, jitter and clocking, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denon","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45982014996653,"sku":"NEW-DEDCD1700-SIL","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/DEDCD1700_SIL_01-Large__82743.1728059044.1280.1280_19e13bb0-dc15-40f9-8877-db81bed972a7.jpg?v=1778121455"},{"product_id":"rotel-cd11mkii-cd-player-silver","title":"Rotel CD11MKII CD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThirty Years of Making Cheap CD Players Properly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRotel has built affordable CD players since the 1980s, and the CD11MKII is where that experience shows. It is a plain disc player with no streaming and no screen, and the budget went where it can be heard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on a Texas Instruments PCM5102A, a 32-bit chip rated to 384kHz, feeding custom-tuned digital low-pass filter circuits. Rotel calls that a sound-first design, and the measurements bear it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc rides Rotel's own transport, held in a heavy steel chassis. The tray loads smoothly, the laser pickup is a precise one, and the motor controller was designed to run silently rather than merely quietly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Noise Figure You Would Not Expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 125dB A-weighted. That is a remarkable figure at this price and it is the number that matters most, because noise is what a budget player usually gives away first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion is 0.009% at 1kHz. Dynamic range is better than 99dB and channel separation better than 115dB at 10kHz. Frequency response holds within half a decibel from 20Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output impedance is 470 ohms, with a coaxial digital output alongside at the standard 0.5 volts peak to peak into 75 ohms. Power draw is 15 watts, dropping under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a quiet background above all\u003c\/strong\u003e — better than 125dB signal-to-noise is the specification that separates this from most players near its price, and it is audible on quiet recordings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are replacing a DVD or Blu-ray player\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heavy steel chassis around a purpose-built CD transport treats the disc as the main job rather than an afterthought behind video.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want no complexity at all\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no network, no app and no account, so it works from the first disc and keeps working when a streaming service changes its rules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — the coaxial digital output lets the CD11MKII feed a DAC, so it becomes a transport rather than something you replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Rotel system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is sized and finished to sit with the A11 and A10 amplifiers in black or silver. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the analog RCA outputs to any line input on your amplifier. The PCM5102A inside does the conversion, and that is all most systems will ever ask of this player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter, take the coaxial digital output to it instead. The disc data then leaves the player untouched for your own DAC to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD11MKII? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A11 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the day you use the coaxial output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Texas Instruments PCM5102A, 32-bit and rated to 384kHz, feeding custom-tuned digital low-pass filter circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBetter than 125dB signal-to-noise A-weighted, 0.009% distortion at 1kHz, better than 99dB dynamic range, and 20Hz to 20kHz within half a decibel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA at 470 ohms output impedance, plus a coaxial digital output at 0.5 volts peak to peak into 75 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it as a transport?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Connect the coaxial digital output to your converter and the player passes the disc data straight out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack and silver, matched to the rest of Rotel's compact range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, from an authorized North American dealer. You must register online within 30 days of purchase to qualify, and it does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOur own walkthrough of the CD11 Mark II:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fZ682537HWY\" title=\"Rediscover Your CDs with the Rotel CD11 Mark II!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, adding a converter later, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ROTEL","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45982086660269,"sku":"NEW-ROCD11MKII-SIL","price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ROCD11MKII-SIL_02_front_2024.jpg__05600.1730389354.1280.1280_e03f3c67-97be-4710-9d79-a5c840b45e48.jpg?v=1778146686"},{"product_id":"denon-dcd-600ne-cd-player","title":"Denon DCD-600NE CD Player","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Simplest Way Back Into Discs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DCD-600NE is a CD player and nothing else. No screen to learn, no app, no network. You put a disc in, you press play, and the music comes out of the analog outputs into any amplifier you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eInside is Denon's AL32 Processing. It uses interpolation to fill in the points that sit between the samples on a disc, smoothing the waveform back toward the shape it had before it was digitized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt reads pressed CDs, plus CD-R and CD-RW discs you burn yourself. MP3 and WMA files on a burned disc play too, so one CD-R can carry far more than an album. That is a lot of music on a single disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Denon Spent the Money On\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutput is 2.0 volts RMS. Signal-to-noise measures 112dB and dynamic range 101dB, with harmonic distortion at 0.003%. Frequency response runs from 2Hz to 20kHz, which reaches below anything a CD actually holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA digital optical output sits alongside the analog pair. Take that to a converter and the DCD-600NE becomes a transport, which is how a modest player keeps earning its place after you upgrade around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis resists vibration, which matters more than it sounds. A spinning disc makes its own movement, and movement reaching the mechanism becomes error the correction stage then has to clean up. Power draw is 12 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to play discs without a project\u003c\/strong\u003e — analog outputs and a remote are the whole story, so it connects to any amplifier with a line input and works from the first disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are replacing a DVD or Blu-ray player\u003c\/strong\u003e — a machine built only for CDs treats the disc properly rather than as an afterthought behind video, and the measurements show it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou burn your own discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — CD-R and CD-RW play alongside pressed CDs, and MP3 or WMA files on a burned disc turn one CD-R into hours of listening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — the optical digital output lets the player feed a DAC, so it becomes a transport rather than something you replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to stay quiet in the rack\u003c\/strong\u003e — a vibration-resistant chassis and a 12-watt draw mean it runs cool and still, which is what a disc mechanism wants. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and the system is complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the analog RCA outputs to any line input on your amplifier. That uses the converter inside the player and is all most systems will ever need from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a DAC, take the optical output to it instead. The disc data then leaves the player unconverted, and your own converter handles the rest of the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DCD-600NE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the day you use the optical output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is AL32 Processing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDenon's own interpolation technology. It adds the data points that belong between the recorded samples, smoothing the waveform back toward its original shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePressed CDs, CD-R and CD-RW, plus MP3 and WMA files burned onto a disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA stereo pair of analog RCA outputs and one digital optical output for use with an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e2.0 volts output, 112dB signal-to-noise, 101dB dynamic range, 0.003% distortion, and 2Hz to 20kHz frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it with a DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Connect the optical output to your converter and the player passes the disc data straight out for the DAC to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA hands-on review of the DCD-600NE, inside and out:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TqL5kcnDTXc\" title=\"Denon DCD 600NE Budget CD Player Review and a Deeper Dive Inside\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, adding a converter later, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982098981037,"sku":"NEW-DEDCD600","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/DEDCD600_01-Large__19597.1765483512.1280.1280_edacbd41-616d-477b-924c-d11751f9cf71.jpg?v=1778121472"},{"product_id":"marantz-cd-50n-cd-and-network-audio-player-black","title":"Marantz CD 50n CD and Network Audio Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe One That Also Takes Your Television\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD 50n is built on the SACD 30n platform and aimed at someone with CDs rather than SACDs. What it keeps is the part that changes a system: it is a disc player, a streamer and a converter for everything else you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is the first Marantz source component with HDMI ARC. Connect it to a television and the set's own remote controls the volume, while film and streaming sound comes back down the same cable into your hi-fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlongside that sit an optical input, a coaxial input, and a USB-B taking PCM to 384kHz and DSD to 11.2MHz. A 32-bit ESS Sabre converter and two system clocks handle what arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Ways Out, and a Headphone Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere are two analog output pairs. The fixed pair goes to an amplifier in the usual way. The variable pair has volume control, so the CD 50n can drive a power amplifier or active speakers on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMarantz builds its own output modules rather than using op-amps alone. The CD 50n combines an HDAM with an HDAM SA2, the same family of discrete circuits the company puts in its more expensive players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone output with its own volume control sits on the front. HEOS, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon are built in, over Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The chassis is 442 by 424 by 130mm and weighs 10.3kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLB Tech Reviews set out the output arrangement: \"It also has both fixed RCA outputs for connection to the system and variable outputs with volume adjustment.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn how it relates to the model above it, the same review explains that \"The SACD 30n contains HDAM SA2 modules, while the CD 50n uses a simpler HDAM module in combination with HDAM SA2.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television sounds worse than your hi-fi\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI ARC brings the set's audio into the system and lets its remote control the volume, which no optical connection can do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have discs and services\u003c\/strong\u003e — HEOS, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon are built in, so the same box that plays your CDs also plays everything you subscribe to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want fewer boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variable output has volume control, so a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers can connect directly with no preamplifier between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have other digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — optical, coaxial and a USB-B taking DSD to 11.2MHz mean a set-top box and a computer both feed the same converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have CDs rather than SACDs\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the SACD 30n platform tuned for the discs most people actually own, which is where the money goes further. Add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and the system is complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the fixed RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier, or the variable pair straight into a power amplifier if you would rather leave a preamplifier out of the chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television connects on HDMI ARC, a set-top box on optical or coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The network arrives over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, and headphones plug in at the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD 50n? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Model 50 is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is an output waiting on the front — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does HDMI ARC do here?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt brings your television's sound into the system over one cable and lets the television remote control the volume, which an optical connection cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptical, coaxial, HDMI ARC and a rear USB-B accepting PCM to 384kHz and DSD to 11.2MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The variable analog output has volume control, so a power amplifier or active speakers can connect without a preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the SACD 30n?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe SACD 30n adds SACD playback and uses HDAM SA2 modules throughout, where the CD 50n combines an HDAM with an HDAM SA2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat streaming is built in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHEOS, covering Spotify Connect, Tidal and more, plus AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon, over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e442 by 424 by 130mm and 10.3kg. Five years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHIFI Daydreaming sets the CD 50n against the Primare CD15 Prisma:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CGSEp5722Pg\" title=\"Primare CD15 Prisma vs Marantz CD50n Comparison and Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about HDMI ARC, using a CD player as a DAC, or network streaming? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marantz","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982101012653,"sku":"NEW-MACD50N-BLK","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Open Box","offer_id":45982101078189,"sku":"OPEN-MACD50N-BLK","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MACD50N_BLK_01_2023__91510.1731598612.1280.1280_4c08b318-d892-458d-8f2e-0e60742a2ca1.jpg?v=1778146282"},{"product_id":"advance-paris-acd-apex-cd-player-with-dual-analogue-tubes","title":"Advance Paris ACD APEX CD Player with Dual Analogue Tubes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Valves on the Way Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMost CD players end with a solid-state output stage. The ACD APEX ends with a pair of Raytheon 5744 sub-miniature tubes, new old stock, sitting between the converter and the sockets on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat is the whole reason to choose this one. A tube output stage shapes the signal on the way out, and that character is one many listeners spend a great deal of money chasing elsewhere in a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion happens first, on a Wolfson WM8761. The tubes are not doing the converting; they are shaping what leaves. It is a deliberate order of operations rather than a novelty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers Behind the Warmth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion measures 0.005% and signal-to-noise reaches 106dB, with frequency response running the full 20Hz to 20kHz. Those are not the figures most people would guess from a player with valves on the output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog outputs cover both kinds of amplifier. Balanced XLR delivers 4 volts and unbalanced RCA gives 2. Digital outputs are fitted alongside, so the player can also feed a converter of your own. All of them sit on the back panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe case is 430mm wide, 260 deep and only 74 tall, and weighs 4.1kg. It is designed to sit under the APEX integrated amplifiers, so the pair looks like one system rather than two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want valve character from your discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pair of Raytheon 5744 NOS tubes on the output is a sound you would otherwise buy a whole separate amplifier to get.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4 volts from the XLR outputs carries a long run to a distant amplifier while keeping the noise floor where it was.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want warmth without the penalty\u003c\/strong\u003e — 0.005% distortion and 106dB signal-to-noise mean the tubes add character rather than a measurable mess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own an APEX amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — the A8, A10 and A12 APEX share its width and styling, so the stack was designed to be seen together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is shallow\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 74mm tall and 260 deep it slides into spaces a full-depth player will not reach, which is unusual for anything with valves inside. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. Either route passes through the tube stage on the way out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather use your own converter, take a digital output to it instead. That route bypasses both the internal DAC and the valves entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACD APEX? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The APEX range is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the character somewhere to go — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the rest of the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich tubes does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA pair of Raytheon 5744 sub-miniature tubes, new old stock, working as the analog output stage after the converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Wolfson WM8761. The conversion happens there, and the tubes shape the analog signal on its way to the outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBalanced XLR at 4 volts and unbalanced RCA at 2 volts, plus digital outputs for use with an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e0.005% distortion, 106dB signal-to-noise, and frequency response across the full 20Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I bypass the tubes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUsing a digital output sends the disc data straight to your own converter, which takes both the internal DAC and the valve stage out of the path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e430 by 260 by 74mm and 4.1kg. Two years on parts and labor from an authorized US dealer, extended to three when you register on the Advance Paris USA site within 30 days of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eCheapaudioman spends time with the ACD Apex:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hc_vqYpWU4k\" title=\"This CD Player Is So Close to Perfect It Hurts\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd a second opinion on the same player:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F0s9z4m0VEM\" title=\"I Have Never Heard this Before: Advance Paris ACD APEX\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about tube output stages, balanced connections, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Advance Paris","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47238711443629,"sku":"NEW-APACDAPEX","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/APACDAPEX_01_front_2026__07567.1775587591.1280.1280_394a7f6c-70d7-40b2-a2ab-32fd29cccab2.jpg?v=1778167492"},{"product_id":"aurender-a30-caching-music-server-cd-ripper-silver-10tb","title":"Aurender A30 Caching Music Server\/CD Ripper - Silver - 10TB","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Boxes, Folded Into One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe A30 is a music server, a streamer, a CD ripper, a converter and a headphone amplifier in one chassis. It is the flagship of Aurender's analog-output range. It replaces most of a rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot-loading drive rips your CDs to FLAC, WAV or AIFF with AccurateRip checking every copy. Cover art and metadata arrive with the rip, and you choose the folder they land in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTen terabytes of enterprise-grade hard disk hold the results, with a 480GB solid-state drive caching whatever is playing. That cache is why playback is not competing with the disk for attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Transformers and a Dual-Mono Converter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe power supply is fully linear, built around five separate toroidal transformers. There is one each for the server, the digital section, the two converters and the headphone amplifier. None of them shares a supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is an AKM AK4497 in dual-mono, on its own dual-mono linear supplies. An FPGA reclocks the data against a clock measuring under 100 femtoseconds of jitter. MQA decoding is built in as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBehind all of it sits a supercapacitor uninterruptible supply, which keeps the machine stable if the power drops without warning. The case is 16.9 inches wide and weighs 37.5 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHi-Fi News gave the A30 its Editors' Choice Award. Andrew Everard wrote that it \"makes every nuance clear without the merest suggestion of harshness,\" and that \"Its sophistication never slips.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eScott Hull of \u003cem\u003ept.audio\u003c\/em\u003e put it plainly: \"The sound is reference-quality. The build is reference-quality,\" and added that the A30 \"invites you to spend more on the rest of your system just to keep up with it.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the rack back\u003c\/strong\u003e — server, streamer, ripper, converter and headphone amplifier in one box means an amplifier and speakers finish the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones as well as speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — three outputs are fitted, quarter-inch unbalanced plus 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm balanced, so almost any pair plugs straight in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier takes balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR and RCA outputs are both there with variable level, so the A30 can feed a power amplifier directly and skip the preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a lot of music and more coming\u003c\/strong\u003e — ten terabytes on board, plus NAS and USB storage support, means the library has somewhere to grow into.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour other sources are digital too\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial RCA, coaxial BNC and two optical inputs bring them in. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTake the XLR or RCA outputs straight to a power amplifier or an integrated, since the A30's output level is variable. Ethernet goes to your router, and the Conductor app does the driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOther digital sources connect on coaxial RCA, coaxial BNC or optical. Headphones plug into the front, and a dedicated USB audio output feeds an external converter if you prefer one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the A30? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The variable outputs can drive one directly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three outputs are waiting — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn AKM AK4497 in a dual-mono arrangement, each channel on its own linear power supply, with a full MQA decoder on board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat sample rates does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePCM up to 768kHz and 32-bit, DSD256 over DoP, and DSD512 natively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much storage is fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTen terabytes on a 3.5-inch enterprise-grade drive, plus a 480GB NVMe drive that caches whatever is playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it without a preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The XLR and RCA outputs have variable level control, so the A30 can drive a power amplifier on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server on the same network and current firmware, the A30 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe A30 set against its smaller sibling, the A20:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bfDF1qchocc\" title=\"Aurender A30 vs. A20: Music Server Review \u0026amp; Comparison\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about all-in-one servers, ripping a CD collection, or driving a power amplifier directly? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982133452973,"sku":"NEW-AXA30-SIL-10TB","price":24000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXA30_1_SIL10TB-Large__96861.1734451057.1280.1280_f76ef391-c687-47cb-b86d-4bacb5f194e6.jpg?v=1778099854"},{"product_id":"aurender-acs10-caching-music-streamer-and-cd-ripper-16tb-silver","title":"Aurender ACS10 Caching Music Streamer and CD Ripper - 16TB - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Music Library That Does Not Live on a Computer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ACS10 was built to take the computer out of computer audio. It rips your CDs, stores the results, edits the metadata, and serves the whole library to the rest of your system from one machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping is one touch. A drawer-loading industrial drive reads the disc, AccurateRip checks it against a database for an error-free copy, and metadata and cover art arrive with it. Acronova's Nimbie autoloader handles a large collection unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou choose where the files land, and you edit the tags afterwards on the machine itself. There is no laptop in this chain and no folder on a desktop to keep track of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Big Drives, Mirrored\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStorage is two 3.5-inch hard drives, in 16TB or 24TB configurations. They ship set to RAID 1, which means each drive holds a copy of the other, so a failure costs you a drive and not the library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather have the space than the safety net, the pair can be reconfigured to use their full combined capacity instead. That is your call to make, and it is reversible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower is a full linear supply with a supercapacitor UPS behind it, so a sudden outage does not catch the drives mid-write. The chassis is machined aluminum, 27 pounds, 16.9 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound gave the ACS10 an Editors' Choice Award. Steven Stone wrote that \"you will be hard-pressed to find a better, more comprehensive self-contained hardware\/software option than the Aurender ACS10.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEngland's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e called it \"an impressive feat of engineering with enormous capabilities and superb reliability,\" and noted that it is easy to use once you have learned how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour collection is large and irreplaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e — RAID 1 mirroring and a supercapacitor UPS mean a failed drive or a power cut costs you hardware rather than years of ripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the computer gone\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping, tagging, storage and serving all happen here, so there is no laptop to leave running and no folder structure to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own other Aurenders\u003c\/strong\u003e — three LAN ports let you feed a router, connect directly to another Aurender, or daisy-chain a second ACS10 as the library grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have hundreds of discs to get through\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-touch ripping with AccurateRip, plus Nimbie autoloader support, turns an impossible job into a background one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to play as well as store\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dedicated USB audio output makes it a streamer for your own converter. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Ethernet from the double-isolated gigabit port to your router, and control everything from the Conductor app on an iPad. Two further LAN ports connect straight to another Aurender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo play through the ACS10 itself, take the dedicated USB audio output to your converter. The remaining USB ports are for external drives and the autoloader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACS10? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the dedicated USB audio output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Another Aurender to serve — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A steady home for 27 pounds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much storage do I get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo 3.5-inch drives, in a 16TB or a 24TB configuration, set at the factory to RAID 1 mirroring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does RAID 1 actually do for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach drive keeps a copy of the other. If one fails, the library is still there on its twin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDSD in DSF and DFF, plus WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A and APE among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server on the same network and current firmware, the ACS10 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I play MQA files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMQA Core decoding is available as an in-app purchase through the Conductor app, so you add it if your library calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3RWgXHzGyI0\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAurender Official examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2bfLYCkGjag\" title=\"Aurender ACS10: How to Rip CDs\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about music servers, ripping a CD collection, or backing up a digital library? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Silver \/ 16TB \/ New","offer_id":45982162813101,"sku":"NEW-AXACS10-SIL-16TB","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXACS10_2-SIL-Large__57805.1728662532.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778130495"},{"product_id":"aurender-acs100-music-server-streamer-cd-ripper-silver","title":"Aurender ACS100 Music Server \/ Streamer \/ CD Ripper - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Box That Turns a Shelf of CDs Into a Library\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping a CD collection on a computer is a chore nobody finishes. The ACS100 exists to end that. Put a disc in, press once, and a TEAC optical drive and Aurender's own ripping engine do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRips are lossless and error-corrected, with metadata and cover art fetched as they go. If the collection runs to hundreds of discs, the ACS100 works with the Acronova Nimbie autoloader for unattended batch ripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOnce ripped, the library lives here and every other Aurender on your network can play from it. Aurender calls that a central server, and it lets your playback machines run light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYour Drives, Your Capacity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStorage is not fitted at the factory. Two 2.5-inch bays take drives you supply, up to a pair of 8TB SSDs, so you buy the capacity you actually need and add more when the library outgrows it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRunning it is an Intel low-power quad-core processor with 8GB of memory and a separate 240GB NVMe drive for the system and cache. Low-power parts were chosen to keep current draw, and therefore noise, down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe case is machined aluminum, 8.5 inches wide by 10.1 deep by 4.4 tall, and weighs 11 pounds. A 4-inch color LCD on the front shows album art as discs are ripped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCarlin \"Rick\" Smith of \u003cem\u003esound-lab.com\u003c\/em\u003e described the ACS100 as \"a more cost-effective version of the ACS10 offering many of the same functions,\" with \"clutter-free direct access to your music\" and \"app-embedded Tidal and Qobuz subscription streaming services.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMaxim Naumov of \u003cem\u003esoundex.ru\u003c\/em\u003e found that it \"offers convenient tools for music playback and media library management,\" and could \"well claim a place in the main system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own an Aurender\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ACS100 adds ripping, library management and central storage to an A200, A15, A20, N20, W20SE or N30SA without replacing what you have.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour CDs are still in boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-touch ripping with AccurateRip and automatic metadata means the collection gets digitized in evenings rather than never.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose your own storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — two user-installable 2.5-inch bays take up to 16TB in total, so the capacity is your decision and not a fixed price on a sticker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run more than one system\u003c\/strong\u003e — other Aurenders on the network stream from this one, which keeps a single library rather than several that drift apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a second source too\u003c\/strong\u003e — the USB audio output feeds a converter for a second system while it serves the first. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Ethernet from the double-isolated gigabit port to your router. Other Aurenders on the same network then see the library, and the Conductor app on an iPad drives everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo use it as a source in its own right, take the USB audio output to a converter. The three data USB ports handle external drives and the Nimbie autoloader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACS100? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aurender it was made to feed — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the USB audio output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhere cool and steady — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it come with storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou fit your own. Two 2.5-inch bays accept drives up to 7mm tall, taking a pair of 8TB SSDs for 16TB in total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it rip to and play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDSD in DSF and DFF, plus WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A and APE among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server running on the same network and current firmware, the ACS100 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB audio output support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUp to 32-bit and 384kHz, DSD128 over DoP, and DSD512 natively, into a converter of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is it powered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn external 19V switch-mode adapter, which is part of how the ACS100 reaches its price. Playback draws 16.5 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound reviews the ACS100:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sIrdRGWOft8\" title=\"Aurender ACS100 Music Server Streamer CD Ripper Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about ripping a CD collection, music servers, or building a networked system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Silver \/ New","offer_id":45982215798957,"sku":"NEW-AXACS100-SIL","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXACS100_SIL_01-Large__61951.1734453272.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778096508"},{"product_id":"shanling-scd1-3-multifunctional-sacd-player-black","title":"Shanling SCD1.3 Multifunctional SACD Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn SACD Player That Will Let the DSD Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlmost every SACD player converts the disc inside and hands you analog. The DSD layer is not allowed out over ordinary digital connections. The SCD1.3 has an I2S output, and I2S will carry native DSD straight from the disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSo you can use the player as it comes, or send the SACD layer to a converter you rate more highly. Coaxial and optical outputs are there as well for simpler DACs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is a MediaTek ME1389EE with a Sanyo HD870 laser, reading SACD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW. The whole thing weighs 6.6kg in a case 280mm square and 96mm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAKM's Flagship Pair, and a Touchscreen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on AKM's flagship arrangement, the AK4499EX paired with the AK4191. A MUSES8920 handles the stage after it. This is the chipset AKM built for its own top-tier designs, not a mid-range part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are balanced XLR and single-ended RCA, with a 6.35mm headphone jack on the front panel. That last one means the SCD1.3 can be a complete system for a single listener, with nothing else needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 5.1-inch touchscreen runs on Shanling's Ingenic X2000 platform. Wi-Fi brings AirPlay, DLNA and NAS playback. Bluetooth 5.0 covers LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC and SBC, so a phone connects at full quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This SACD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have an SACD collection and a good DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e — the I2S output carries native DSD off the disc, so those discs are no longer locked to the chip inside the player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier takes balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR and RCA are both fitted, so the SCD1.3 suits whatever you own now and whatever replaces it later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones too\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 6.35mm output on the front means late-night sessions need nothing else plugged in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou also stream\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wi-Fi with AirPlay, DLNA and NAS, plus Bluetooth with LDAC, means the disc player is the network player as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to use your computer through it\u003c\/strong\u003e — the USB input takes PCM to 768kHz and DSD512. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the rest of the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the XLR or RCA outputs to your amplifier and the SCD1.3 is a complete player. The internal AKM pair does the conversion, and the touchscreen handles everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo use your own converter, take I2S over HDMI for native DSD from an SACD, or coaxial or optical for a simpler connection. Ethernet or Wi-Fi brings in the network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the SCD1.3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the I2S output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the front jack — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs does it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW, through a MediaTek ME1389EE drive with a Sanyo HD870 laser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it send DSD to my own converter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe I2S connection carries native DSD from an SACD to a compatible converter, which is unusual and is the main reason to choose this player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter chips are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAKM's AK4499EX paired with the AK4191, with a MUSES8920 in the stage after it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBalanced XLR, single-ended RCA and a 6.35mm headphone jack, plus I2S, coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it stream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWi-Fi covers AirPlay, DLNA and NAS playback, and Bluetooth 5.0 adds LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC and SBC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNo English-language review of the SCD1.3 has been published. This one, from Japan, is the most thorough available — English subtitles are switched on for you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LzMVN02yaEg?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Shanling SCD1.3 review - TourbillonCafe\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about SACD and DSD, I2S connections, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982289330349,"sku":"NEW-SHSCD13-BLK","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHSCD13-BLK_01_angle_2025__72829.1763479190.1280.1280_2a3c9a11-0dfe-4280-b9bc-da9c35e38d8e.jpg?v=1778165457"},{"product_id":"denon-dcd-1700ne-cd-sacd-player-black","title":"Denon DCD-1700NE CD\/SACD Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYour SACDs Finally Get a Player Built for Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DCD-1700NE reads SACD as well as CD. That matters because most SACD owners have been playing those discs on a universal video player, which treats the format as one job among many rather than the main one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe numbers show what a dedicated design buys. From SACD, signal-to-noise measures 119dB and distortion 0.0010%. From CD it is 117dB and 0.0016%. Dynamic range reaches 112dB on SACD. Those are separates-class figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on a Burr-Brown PCM1795, a 32-bit chip with a long track record. Advanced AL32 Processing Plus upsamples ahead of it to 384kHz and 32 bits, giving the converter more to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Clock, the Drive and the Discs It Reads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDenon's DAC Master Clock Design makes the converter the timing master and synchronizes everything else to it. That is the opposite of the usual arrangement, and it is where jitter gets controlled rather than corrected later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc sits on Denon's S.V.H. drive, short for Suppress Vibration Hybrid. A spinning disc generates its own movement, and a mechanism that resists it hands cleaner data to everything downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBeyond SACD and CD it reads recordable DVDs loaded with files: WAV and AIFF to 192kHz, FLAC, ALAC to 96kHz, and DSD to 5.6MHz. Burned CDs carry MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLB Tech Reviews described the connections plainly: \"On the back of the large enclosure, there is only a set of RCA sockets for analogue audio, as well as optical and coaxial digital output.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the converter and the Pure Direct control, the same review notes that \"The digital converter in the DCD-1700NE is based on the Burr-Brown PCM1795\" and that \"The Pure Direct button switches off the digital output to reduce the risk of noise in the analogue circuits.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own SACDs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a player built around the format converts that layer with a PCM1795 and Advanced AL32 Plus, rather than whatever chip a universal video machine had room for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the quiet measured\u003c\/strong\u003e — 119dB signal-to-noise and 0.0010% distortion from SACD are figures that hold up against separates costing a great deal more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have burned high-resolution discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — recordable DVDs carry WAV and AIFF to 192kHz and DSD to 5.6MHz, so a data disc becomes a hi-res source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen through the analog outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pure Direct switches the digital output off to keep its noise away from the analog circuits, which is the point of buying a good converter in the first place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a player, not a platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is a disc machine with RCA analog plus optical and coaxial digital outputs, built to sit in a system and last. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. This is the route SACD takes, because the DSD layer is converted inside the player rather than sent out as data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor CDs you have a choice. Use the same analog outputs, or take optical or coaxial to a converter you already own and let that handle the disc instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DCD-1700NE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the dynamic range somewhere to go — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep a 9kg disc player steady — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW, plus recordable DVDs carrying high-resolution files including DSD to 5.6MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Burr-Brown PCM1795, fed by Advanced AL32 Processing Plus which upsamples to 384kHz and 32 bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA fixed pair of gold-plated analog RCA outputs, plus optical and coaxial digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does SACD reach my amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThrough the analog outputs. The DSD layer is converted inside the player, which is why the internal converter matters so much on this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD: 119dB signal-to-noise, 112dB dynamic range, 0.0010% distortion. CD: 117dB, 101dB and 0.0016%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e434 by 384 by 135mm and 9.0kg. Three years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA first look at the DCD-1700NE in a working system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OqTQ-kzl62Y\" title=\"Denon DCD-1700NE - First Impressions\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about SACD and DSD playback, jitter and clocking, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denon","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982776721581,"sku":"NEW-DEDCD1700-BLK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/DEDCD1700_BLK_01-Large__26865.1728058765.1280.1280_53f4af27-5d6d-4422-b2e1-0e5f44e35290.jpg?v=1778121437"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-cd-box-s3-slimline-cd-player-silver","title":"Pro-Ject CD Box S3 Slimline CD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Play One Thing Properly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYour Blu-ray player will spin a CD. It was never designed to do it well. The CD Box S3 is engineered for one job, which is reading a Red Book disc as fully and as faithfully as the format allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is optimized for 1:1 playback of that standard, and discs go in through a slot rather than a tray. They are accepted quietly and start playing within a few seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe case measures 206 by 55 by 153mm and weighs 1,330g without its power supply. That is small enough for a desk, and the full aluminum shell is rigid enough to hold the laser steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Converter, and What It Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Texas Instruments PCM5102 does the conversion, handling bit depth and sampling rate up to 32-bit and 384kHz. Output is 2.0 Vrms at 0dBFS, which any preamp or integrated amplifier line input will take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds within 0.15dB from 20Hz to 20kHz. The noise floor sits below -120dB across that range. Distortion is 0.005% at 1kHz on the analog output and 0.001% on the digital one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 1.54-inch display carries the track information, and holding a button inverts its colors to suit a dark or a bright room. A full-function remote is in the box, and standby draws under half a watt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Audio Tailor\u003c\/em\u003e praised the \"sleek, full-aluminium chassis that's both aesthetically pleasing and functionally superior,\" and said its \"delta-sigma DAC implementation delivers exceptional detail and dynamic range.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are replacing a Blu-ray player\u003c\/strong\u003e — a drive built only for Red Book discs, in a rigid aluminum case, gives your CDs the machine they were meant to be played on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace is tight\u003c\/strong\u003e — 206 by 55 by 153mm fits on a desk or a crowded shelf, so a CD player stops being the thing you have no room for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — the S\/PDIF coaxial output lets the S3 feed your own DAC, so it becomes a transport instead of something you replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou read the display from across the room\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 1.54-inch screen with a color-inversion button stays legible whether the lights are on or off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a straightforward source\u003c\/strong\u003e — no network, no app and no account, so it works from the first disc. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA outputs to any line input on your preamp, integrated amplifier or receiver. The internal PCM5102 does the conversion, and that is all most systems will ever need from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter you would rather use, take the S\/PDIF coaxial output to it instead. The external supply plugs into the wall, and the remote handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD Box S3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized to match — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the RCA outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs does it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRed Book CD-DA, the standard audio compact disc, which is the format the drive is optimized to read 1:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Texas Instruments PCM5102, handling bit depth and sampling rate up to 32-bit and 384kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA pair of RCA line-level analog outputs at 2.0 Vrms, plus one S\/PDIF coaxial digital output for feeding your own converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e20Hz to 20kHz within 0.15dB, a noise floor below -120dB, and distortion of 0.005% at 1kHz through the analog output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what powers it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e206 by 55 by 153mm and 1,330g, running from an external 9V DC supply and drawing under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years for the original owner, from an authorized Pro-Ject dealer. Register the product and subscribe to Pro-Ject's newsletter and they extend it to three. It does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos covers the S3 and its larger sibling at launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e3Boso3xX4s\" title=\"Pro-Ject CD Box DS3 \u0026amp; CD Box S3 CD Players Unveiled as the Next Generation CD Players\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Mad Audio puts the two of them side by side:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6nF-Hjl5z2o\" title=\"Budget or High End CD PLAYER? Pro-Ject DS3 Vs. S3 Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, adding a converter later, or matching a source to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982838161581,"sku":"NEW-PRCDBXS3-SIL","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRCDBXS3_SIL_01-Large__89394.1728391092.1280.1280_ccbe1eb8-f7e6-4e62-96c5-d9625d6b90b3.jpg?v=1778103620"},{"product_id":"primare-cd15-prisma-compact-disc-and-network-player-black","title":"Primare CD15 PRISMA Compact Disc and Network Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Disc Player and a Streamer in a Half-Width Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD15 Prisma plays discs and joins your network, in a cabinet 350mm across. That size is the point. It fits where a full-width component will not, and it still does both jobs rather than one of them well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrisma is Primare's own network platform. It brings AirPlay, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and DLNA, so the services you already use arrive without adding another box to the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWireless runs on 802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac across both 2.4 and 5GHz bands. The 5GHz band matters in a busy house, where the crowded 2.4GHz band is what makes streaming stutter mid-album. Wired Ethernet is fitted as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Drive, the Converter and the Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDiscs ride a Philips CDM-M10 mechanism, loaded through a slot rather than a tray. Conversion runs on an AKM AK4490, a converter with a reputation for a relaxed presentation rather than a clinical one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom the network it handles WAV, LPCM, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, WMA and OGG up to 192kHz and 24 bits, and DSD to DSD128. Discs play at their native 44.1kHz, without upsampling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output is unbalanced RCA at 2.2 volts RMS from 50 ohms, with coaxial and optical digital outputs beside it. The cabinet is 350 by 329 by 73mm and weighs 6.6kg, in black or titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is not full width\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 350mm across and 73 tall it fits a bookcase or a desk, where most CD players and streamers assume a full-size rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want discs and services in one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — Prisma brings AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect alongside the disc drive, so nothing else has to be bought or matched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Wi-Fi is crowded\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual-band 802.11ac lets it sit on 5GHz, away from the congestion that makes a network player stutter mid-album.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep high-resolution files\u003c\/strong\u003e — the network side reads FLAC, ALAC, WAV and AIFF to 192kHz and 24 bits, plus DSD128, from a NAS or a computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare 15 system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is sized to match the I15 integrated amplifier and SC15 preamplifier, so a compact system still looks deliberate. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The AK4490 inside handles both your discs and everything arriving over the network on that same connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJoin your network over Wi-Fi or Ethernet and control it from the Prisma app. If you would rather use your own converter, take the coaxial or optical output to it instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD15 Prisma? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The I15 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a compact system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the RCA outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial or optical output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is Prisma?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrimare's own network platform, covering AirPlay, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and DLNA, with app control and multi-room support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn AKM AK4490, fed by a Philips CDM-M10 slot-loading disc mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can it play from the network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, LPCM, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, WMA and OGG up to 192kHz and 24 bits, plus DSD up to DSD128.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnbalanced RCA at 2.2 volts RMS from 50 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich Wi-Fi does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac on both 2.4 and 5GHz, or wired Ethernet if you would rather not use wireless at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e350 by 329 by 73mm and 6.6kg. Two years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHIFI Daydreaming sets the CD15 Prisma against the Marantz CD 50n:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CGSEp5722Pg\" title=\"Primare CD15 Prisma vs Marantz CD50n Comparison and Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd an introduction to the CD15 and DD15 together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w7ysiEnkTMI\" title=\"Intro to Primare's CD15 and DD15 entry models\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about network players, high-resolution files, or building a compact system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982841012397,"sku":"NEW-PMCD15-PRI-BLK","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMCD15_BLK_01_2024__45453.1728385164.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778144498"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-cd-box-s3-slimline-cd-player-black","title":"Pro-Ject CD Box S3 Slimline CD Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Play One Thing Properly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYour Blu-ray player will spin a CD. It was never designed to do it well. The CD Box S3 is engineered for one job, which is reading a Red Book disc as fully and as faithfully as the format allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is optimized for 1:1 playback of that standard, and discs go in through a slot rather than a tray. They are accepted quietly and start playing within a few seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe case measures 206 by 55 by 153mm and weighs 1,330g without its power supply. That is small enough for a desk, and the full aluminum shell is rigid enough to hold the laser steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Converter, and What It Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Texas Instruments PCM5102 does the conversion, handling bit depth and sampling rate up to 32-bit and 384kHz. Output is 2.0 Vrms at 0dBFS, which any preamp or integrated amplifier line input will take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds within 0.15dB from 20Hz to 20kHz. The noise floor sits below -120dB across that range. Distortion is 0.005% at 1kHz on the analog output and 0.001% on the digital one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 1.54-inch display carries the track information, and holding a button inverts its colors to suit a dark or a bright room. A full-function remote is in the box, and standby draws under half a watt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Audio Tailor\u003c\/em\u003e praised the \"sleek, full-aluminium chassis that's both aesthetically pleasing and functionally superior,\" and said its \"delta-sigma DAC implementation delivers exceptional detail and dynamic range.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are replacing a Blu-ray player\u003c\/strong\u003e — a drive built only for Red Book discs, in a rigid aluminum case, gives your CDs the machine they were meant to be played on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace is tight\u003c\/strong\u003e — 206 by 55 by 153mm fits on a desk or a crowded shelf, so a CD player stops being the thing you have no room for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — the S\/PDIF coaxial output lets the S3 feed your own DAC, so it becomes a transport instead of something you replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou read the display from across the room\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 1.54-inch screen with a color-inversion button stays legible whether the lights are on or off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a straightforward source\u003c\/strong\u003e — no network, no app and no account, so it works from the first disc. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA outputs to any line input on your preamp, integrated amplifier or receiver. The internal PCM5102 does the conversion, and that is all most systems will ever need from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter you would rather use, take the S\/PDIF coaxial output to it instead. The external supply plugs into the wall, and the remote handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD Box S3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized to match — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the RCA outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs does it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRed Book CD-DA, the standard audio compact disc, which is the format the drive is optimized to read 1:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Texas Instruments PCM5102, handling bit depth and sampling rate up to 32-bit and 384kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA pair of RCA line-level analog outputs at 2.0 Vrms, plus one S\/PDIF coaxial digital output for feeding your own converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e20Hz to 20kHz within 0.15dB, a noise floor below -120dB, and distortion of 0.005% at 1kHz through the analog output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what powers it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e206 by 55 by 153mm and 1,330g, running from an external 9V DC supply and drawing under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years for the original owner, from an authorized Pro-Ject dealer. Register the product and subscribe to Pro-Ject's newsletter and they extend it to three. It does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos covers the S3 and its larger sibling at launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e3Boso3xX4s\" title=\"Pro-Ject CD Box DS3 \u0026amp; CD Box S3 CD Players Unveiled as the Next Generation CD Players\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Mad Audio puts the two of them side by side:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6nF-Hjl5z2o\" title=\"Budget or High End CD PLAYER? Pro-Ject DS3 Vs. S3 Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, adding a converter later, or matching a source to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982848712877,"sku":"NEW-PRCDBXS3-BLK","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRCDBXS3_BLK_01-Large__78661.1728390829.1280.1280_b4c0380d-85be-4cb5-98f7-3f7e8265bbdc.jpg?v=1778102189"},{"product_id":"audiolab-9000cdt-cd-transport-silver","title":"audiolab 9000CDT CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Tray Comes Back, and So Does the Quiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 9000CDT drops the slot loader used further down the range. In its place is a low-friction tray on a sturdy aluminum base. Trays are steadier than slots, and steadier is what a transport wants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe whole mechanism sits inside an enclosure that is shielded against electromagnetic noise, with its own power supply. Timing comes from a high-accuracy crystal oscillator. Both choices exist to hold jitter down before the signal ever leaves the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn electronic data buffer reads ahead of playback, the same idea Audiolab uses on the 6000CDT. A marked disc gets a second read before you hear a break. It also plays files from USB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Bigger Screen and a Bigger Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front panel carries a 4.3-inch IPS screen, the largest in the range. It runs a full graphic interface, which is what you want when the USB port is loaded with folders rather than a single disc of twelve tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat USB port reads FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 drives. It plays MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV. Discs run at 44.1kHz, and 48kHz files are resampled to match the output stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial output is 500mV ±50mVpp into 75 ohms, with optical alongside it. Distortion is quoted below 0.002%. The case is 444mm wide, 342 deep and 89 tall, and weighs 5.74kg. Black and silver finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man set out what changed: \"For example, in the 9000CDT, available in black or silver, you receive a new tray-bearing transport, the bit that holds and accesses the actual CD disc.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn disc handling the same review draws the line back down the range: \"Like the 6000CDT, the 9000CDT should reduce disc-reading failures because it also includes a built in read-ahead buffer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the disc held as steadily as possible\u003c\/strong\u003e — a low-friction tray on an aluminum base, inside a shielded enclosure with its own supply, keeps the mechanism calm so the data comes off clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about jitter\u003c\/strong\u003e — a high-accuracy crystal oscillator sets the timing before the signal reaches your DAC, which is the half of the job a converter cannot do for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour USB drive is full of folders\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 4.3-inch screen and graphic interface make browsing a loaded drive quick, and it reads MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a 9000A\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two are built as a pair, so the transport hands its data to the converter already sitting in that amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the converter yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical outputs feed the DAC you pick, so you can change the sound later without touching the mechanism that reads your discs. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e to pair with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your DAC. Use optical if that socket is taken. Your DAC feeds the amplifier just as it did before, and nothing else in the chain changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor files, put a stick or drive in the USB port and browse it on the 4.3-inch screen. If your amplifier has digital inputs, such as the 9000A, you can connect straight to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the 9000CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The converter this transport feeds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many have a digital input ready — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A steady shelf helps any transport — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a DAC or analog outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. Coaxial and optical outputs feed your DAC or an amplifier with digital inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a tray or a slot loader?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tray. Audiolab moved to a low-friction loading tray on an aluminum base for the 9000 series, replacing the slot loader used lower down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMP3, WMA, AAC and WAV files from FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 drives, browsed on the front screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the 7000CDT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA bigger 4.3-inch screen, a larger case, the tray mechanism on its aluminum base, and a shielded enclosure with its own power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the output figures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e500mV ±50mVpp into 75 ohms on coaxial, with distortion quoted below 0.002% and a 44.1kHz sampling rate from disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e444 by 342 by 89mm and 5.74kg. Audiolab covers it for three years when you buy from an authorized dealer and register the unit online within 90 days of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man compares it with an integrated player and the 6000CDT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DwYmk8pX2oc\" title=\"AUDIOLAB 9000CDT CD TRANSPORT. COMPARED TO INTEGRATED CD PLAYER, HEED \u0026amp; AUDIOLAB 6000CDT TRANSPORTS\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHIFI Daydreaming lines it up against the rest of the range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hOdJe61YR-s\" title=\"End Game CD Transport\/Player? Audiolab 9000cdt Review (vs 6000cdt, 7000cdt, Pro-Ject, Cyrus)\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, jitter and clocking, or choosing a converter? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audiolab","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45982910775469,"sku":"NEW-AB9000CDT-SIL","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AB9000CDT_SIL_02-Large__01483.1734628453.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778111399"},{"product_id":"aurender-acs10-caching-music-streamer-and-cd-ripper-24tb-black","title":"Aurender ACS10  Caching Music Streamer and CD Ripper - 24TB - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Music Library That Does Not Live on a Computer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ACS10 was built to take the computer out of computer audio. It rips your CDs, stores the results, edits the metadata, and serves the whole library to the rest of your system from one machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping is one touch. A drawer-loading industrial drive reads the disc, AccurateRip checks it against a database for an error-free copy, and metadata and cover art arrive with it. Acronova's Nimbie autoloader handles a large collection unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou choose where the files land, and you edit the tags afterwards on the machine itself. There is no laptop in this chain and no folder on a desktop to keep track of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Big Drives, Mirrored\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStorage is two 3.5-inch hard drives, in 16TB or 24TB configurations. They ship set to RAID 1, which means each drive holds a copy of the other, so a failure costs you a drive and not the library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather have the space than the safety net, the pair can be reconfigured to use their full combined capacity instead. That is your call to make, and it is reversible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower is a full linear supply with a supercapacitor UPS behind it, so a sudden outage does not catch the drives mid-write. The chassis is machined aluminum, 27 pounds, 16.9 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound gave the ACS10 an Editors' Choice Award. Steven Stone wrote that \"you will be hard-pressed to find a better, more comprehensive self-contained hardware\/software option than the Aurender ACS10.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEngland's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e called it \"an impressive feat of engineering with enormous capabilities and superb reliability,\" and noted that it is easy to use once you have learned how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour collection is large and irreplaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e — RAID 1 mirroring and a supercapacitor UPS mean a failed drive or a power cut costs you hardware rather than years of ripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the computer gone\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping, tagging, storage and serving all happen here, so there is no laptop to leave running and no folder structure to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own other Aurenders\u003c\/strong\u003e — three LAN ports let you feed a router, connect directly to another Aurender, or daisy-chain a second ACS10 as the library grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have hundreds of discs to get through\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-touch ripping with AccurateRip, plus Nimbie autoloader support, turns an impossible job into a background one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to play as well as store\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dedicated USB audio output makes it a streamer for your own converter. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Ethernet from the double-isolated gigabit port to your router, and control everything from the Conductor app on an iPad. Two further LAN ports connect straight to another Aurender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo play through the ACS10 itself, take the dedicated USB audio output to your converter. The remaining USB ports are for external drives and the autoloader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACS10? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the dedicated USB audio output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Another Aurender to serve — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A steady home for 27 pounds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much storage do I get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo 3.5-inch drives, in a 16TB or a 24TB configuration, set at the factory to RAID 1 mirroring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does RAID 1 actually do for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach drive keeps a copy of the other. If one fails, the library is still there on its twin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDSD in DSF and DFF, plus WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A and APE among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server on the same network and current firmware, the ACS10 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I play MQA files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMQA Core decoding is available as an in-app purchase through the Conductor app, so you add it if your library calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tour of what the ACS10 does with a music library:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3RWgXHzGyI0\" title=\"The Aurender ACS10 Server: An Ingenious Solution to Music Storage, Management, and Databasing\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about music servers, ripping a CD collection, or backing up a digital library? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Black \/ 24TB \/ New","offer_id":45982915887277,"sku":"NEW-AXACS10-BLK-24TB","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXACS10_1-BLK-Large__30406.1728662411.1280.1280_d75ded3c-6634-451e-b8e2-9ed2ebc5c742.jpg?v=1778109026"},{"product_id":"rotel-cd14-mkii-cd-player-silver","title":"Rotel CD14 MkII CD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKeeping the Motor Away from the Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA CD player has a problem built into it. The motor that spins the disc and the circuits that handle the audio share one box. Motors are electrically noisy. The CD14MKII answers that with separate power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe motor controls run from their own supply. They are kept away from the audio circuits. The converter's digital and analog sections are split the same way, so noise made in one place has no easy route into another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is handled by a premium Texas Instruments 32-bit converter, rated to 384kHz. After it sit custom-tuned analog output filters. Those filters are Rotel's own work rather than a reference design taken off the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the Isolation Buys\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 118dB A-weighted. That is the noise floor. Channel separation is better than 118dB at 10kHz. Dynamic range beats 99dB, and intermodulation distortion sits at 0.0035% at 1kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds within half a decibel from 20Hz to 20kHz. Channel balance is inside half a decibel, and phase linearity inside half a degree. Those last two are what keep a stereo image where it should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are analog RCA at 100 ohms. There is a coaxial digital output as well, so the CD14MKII can also serve as a transport for a DAC. A 12-volt trigger input lets it switch on with the rest of a Rotel system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen to quiet, detailed recordings\u003c\/strong\u003e — better than 118dB signal-to-noise and separate supplies for the motor and the audio circuits keep the noise floor where you stop noticing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about the stereo image\u003c\/strong\u003e — channel balance within half a decibel and phase linearity within half a degree are what hold instruments in the right place across the soundstage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the option of your own converter\u003c\/strong\u003e — the coaxial digital output turns the CD14MKII into a transport whenever you add a DAC, so the player keeps earning its place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a Rotel system\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger input means it powers up with your amplifier rather than needing its own trip to the rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a tray, not a slot\u003c\/strong\u003e — a smooth tray-loading mechanism handles discs gently and makes it obvious what is loaded. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the analog RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The Texas Instruments converter and Rotel's own output filters handle everything from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a separate converter, take the coaxial digital output to it. The trigger input can be wired to a Rotel amplifier so the two switch on together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD14MKII? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A12MKII is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial digital output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA premium Texas Instruments 32-bit converter rated to 384kHz, followed by custom-tuned external analog output filters designed by Rotel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy does it use separate power supplies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo keep the disc motor's electrical noise away from the audio circuits, and to separate the converter's digital and analog sections from each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBetter than 118dB signal-to-noise and channel separation, better than 99dB dynamic range, and 0.0035% intermodulation distortion at 1kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA at 100 ohms output impedance, plus a coaxial digital output for use with an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack and silver, matched to Rotel's amplifiers in the same range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, from an authorized North American dealer. You must register online within 30 days of purchase to qualify, and it does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos covers the CD14MKII alongside its bigger sibling at launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dig14acAIsU\" title=\"Rotel CD-14MKII \u0026amp; Rotel RCD-1572 MKII CD Players Launches after the successful recent sales\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, power supply isolation, or adding a converter? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ROTEL","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45982945673389,"sku":"NEW-ROCD14M2-SIL","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ROCD14M2_SIL_01-Large__65249.1734362383.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778120557"},{"product_id":"marantz-sacd-30n-network-sacd-cd-player-silver-gold","title":"Marantz SACD 30n Network SACD\/CD Player - Silver Gold","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Disc Player That Absorbed the Whole Front End\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe SACD 30n plays SACD and CD, then keeps going. It has five digital inputs, a streaming platform, a headphone amplifier and a variable output. It can be the only source component in a system. That is unusual for a disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is Marantz Musical Mastering, not an off-the-shelf chip set. MMM-Stream upsamples everything to DSD. MMM-Conversion then turns that into analog through a filter Marantz designed itself. It is the house sound, made deliberate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe inputs are one coaxial and two optical. A USB-B takes PCM to 384kHz and DSD to 11.2MHz, and a USB-A reads files. HEOS, AirPlay 2 and Roon are built in, over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Measurements Land\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom SACD, signal-to-noise measures 112dB with 0.0008% distortion and 109dB of dynamic range. From CD it is 104dB, 0.0015% and 98dB. Frequency response reaches 50kHz on SACD. Those are the figures a dedicated design buys you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere are two analog output pairs, fixed and variable. Fixed gives 2.5 volts on SACD and 2.0 on CD; variable runs to 5.0 and 4.0. That variable pair is what lets the player feed a power amplifier directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone amplifier with its own HDAM-SA2 circuit sits behind the front jack, delivering 50mW into 32 ohms with three gain settings. The chassis is 443 by 424 by 130mm and weighs 13.7kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHome Theater HiFi was direct about the build: \"The Marantz SACD 30n has an exquisite look to it, with build quality to match.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn what it replaces, the same review notes there are \"Plenty of inputs and outputs for use as a DAC, along with analog and digital outputs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own SACDs and want them done properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — Marantz Musical Mastering converts the DSD layer through a filter the company designed itself, reaching 50kHz and 0.0008% distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one box at the front of the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — five digital inputs, HEOS streaming, Roon and AirPlay 2 mean a television, a computer and every service you use all arrive here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may go straight to a power amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variable output runs to 5 volts with volume control, so a preamplifier becomes a choice rather than a requirement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dedicated HDAM-SA2 headphone stage gives 50mW into 32 ohms with low, mid and high gain, so sensitive and demanding pairs both work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the digital outputs to stay useful\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical are both fitted and can be switched off entirely when you are listening through the analog pair. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e to finish the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the fixed RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier, or the variable pair straight into a power amplifier. SACD travels this route, converted inside the player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, a disc source on coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The network arrives over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, and headphones plug into the front panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the SACD 30n? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Model 30 is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is a real amplifier waiting — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhere for the dynamic range to go — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is Marantz Musical Mastering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMarantz's own conversion. MMM-Stream upsamples the signal to DSD and MMM-Conversion turns it into analog through a filter the company designed rather than bought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne coaxial, two optical, a USB-B taking PCM to 384kHz and DSD to 11.2MHz, and a USB-A for files on a drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The variable analog output reaches 5 volts on SACD with volume control, so it can feed a power amplifier without a preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat streaming is built in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHEOS, which covers Spotify Connect, Tidal, Qobuz, Amazon and more, plus AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon Ready, over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the headphone output deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e50mW into 32 ohms from a dedicated HDAM-SA2 stage, with low, mid and high gain settings on a front-panel jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e443 by 424 by 130mm and 13.7kg. Five years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eZero Fidelity listens to the SACD 30n alongside the Model 30 amplifier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K5bL9XCX-vo\" title=\"SYSTEM REVIEW! 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Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about SACD and DSD playback, using a player as a DAC, or network streaming? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marantz","offers":[{"title":"","offer_id":45982958485677,"sku":"NEW-MASACD30N-SIL-GLD","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MASACD30N_SILGOL_02-Large__96039.1728380082.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778103218"},{"product_id":"shanling-cr60-digital-transport-and-cd-ripper-black","title":"Shanling CR60 Digital Transport and CD Ripper - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOne Switch Turns a Transport Into a Ripper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere is a toggle on the back of the CR60. Set one way, it is a CD transport feeding your converter. Set the other, it copies the disc onto a USB drive. Nothing else needs to change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping happens with no computer anywhere in the picture: plug a drive into the back, load a disc, and the CR60 writes the tracks out as WAV files. Shanling's Eddict Player app adds FLAC when you would rather recover the storage space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnderneath is a Philips drive with a Sanyo HD850 laser, reading CD, CD-R and CD-RW. The case is 200 by 180 by 50mm and weighs about 1.7kg, so it disappears onto a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThree Outputs and a USB-C Socket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAs a transport it offers USB, coaxial S\/PDIF and optical TOSLINK. The USB output is the useful one, because it plugs straight into the USB converters that most people already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower comes over USB-C or from a 12-volt DC supply, which means the CR60 will run from a laptop charger or from a battery pack. Very few disc transports offer that kind of flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 1.14-inch screen carries the track and status information, and there is nothing else to learn. Insert a disc, choose a mode on the rear switch, and the CR60 gets on with the one job it was built for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the collection archived\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping to WAV on a USB drive with no computer means the job can happen next to the stereo rather than never happening at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour converter is a USB DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e — a USB digital output connects to it directly, which is unusual on a disc transport and saves buying a converter box in between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want both jobs from one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rear switch moves between transport and ripper, so the CR60 keeps earning its shelf space once the ripping is done.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace and power are limited\u003c\/strong\u003e — 200 by 180 by 50mm and 1.7kg, running from USB-C or 12V DC, suits a desk or a small system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou still buy discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — new purchases join the digital library the same evening. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIn transport mode, run USB, coaxial or optical to your converter, and it feeds the amplifier as before. Set the rear switch to transport and load a disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo rip, flip the switch and connect a USB drive instead. Power comes over USB-C or 12V DC, and the Eddict Player app handles FLAC output and settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CR60? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Including any USB converter you own — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e To play the library you build — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coaxial or USB — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes ripping need a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOnly a USB drive. Connect it to the back, load a disc, and the CR60 writes the files itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it rip to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV by default, with FLAC available through Shanling's Eddict Player app if you would rather save the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUSB, coaxial S\/PDIF and optical TOSLINK, so it will meet almost any converter you point it at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs will it read?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCD, CD-R and CD-RW, through a Philips drive with a Sanyo HD850 laser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is it powered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOver USB-C or from a 12-volt DC supply, which means a laptop charger or a battery pack will run it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteven Stone reviews the CR60 on The Listening Chair:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rLm5Qnji-gk\" title=\"Shanling CR60 CD Transport Review - The Listening Chair Featuring Steven Stone\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about ripping a CD collection, USB transports, or building a lossless library? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982975033517,"sku":"NEW-SHCR60-BLK","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982975066285,"sku":"DEMO-SHCR60-BLK","price":298.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHCR60-BLK_01_angle_2025__04362.1763475764.1280.1280_2fd2e88a-7965-4204-8ae2-25ae51c86012.jpg?v=1778165222"},{"product_id":"audiolab-7000cdt-cd-transport-silver","title":"audiolab 7000CDT CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Screen, a USB Port, and Still No DAC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 7000CDT sits between the 6000CDT and the 9000CDT. It keeps the transport-only idea and adds the two things the 6000CDT lacks. One is a color screen. The other is a USB port you can play from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat USB Type A socket takes a stick or a drive. It plays MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV files. So a disc collection and a file collection can both run through the same box, and both leave it as digital data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eReading the disc is a high-precision optical system with an electronic data buffer. The buffer reads ahead. A scratched disc gets a second attempt before the music breaks up, which is the same trick the 6000CDT uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe 2.8-Inch Screen Earns Its Place\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front panel carries a 2.8-inch IPS LCD in full color. Brightness is adjustable. It shows the format, the folder, the track and the settings, which matters far more when you are browsing a USB stick than a disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are one coaxial and one optical. Output impedance is 75 ohms. Distortion is quoted below 0.002% and frequency response at -0.01dB across 20Hz to 20kHz. Standby draw is under half a watt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe case is 444mm wide, 322 deep and 78 tall, and weighs 5.5kg. It is more compact than the 9000 series and is styled to match the 7000A amplifier. Silver and black are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eReviewing the 7000 series for Hifi Pig, Michael Fairbairn singled out the display: \"One of the most appealing features of both the amplifier and CD transport is the 2.8 inch LCD screen, with the GUI in colour\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn what that screen actually shows, the same review is precise: \"The transport display is slightly more limited and simply shows information about tracks from CDs and USB-connected storage devices.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have discs and files\u003c\/strong\u003e — the USB Type A port plays MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV from a stick or drive, so both libraries feed the same DAC without you swapping boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou browse rather than just press play\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 2.8-inch color screen shows format, folder and track, which turns navigating a loaded USB drive from guesswork into reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour discs have seen some use\u003c\/strong\u003e — the read-ahead buffer gives a marked CD a second attempt at being read, so a scratch does not end the track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a 7000A or similar\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is sized and styled to match, and it hands the data straight to the DAC already in that amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the conversion done your way\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical outputs feed the DAC of your choice, or a digital input on an amplifier such as the 7000A, so you decide where the converting happens. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTake the coaxial output to a digital input on your DAC. Use optical instead if the coaxial socket is busy. The DAC then feeds your amplifier exactly as before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor files, plug a stick or drive into the USB Type A port on the unit. Browse it on the front screen. The output is the same digital feed your discs use, so nothing else in the chain changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the 7000CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The half this box deliberately leaves out — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many already have a digital input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhere steady for the transport — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a DAC or analog outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so conversion happens downstream. You get one coaxial and one optical output to feed your DAC or amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMP3, WMA, AAC and WAV files from a USB stick or drive, browsed on the front screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the 6000CDT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt adds the color screen and USB playback, and uses a newer mechanism. Both are transports with no converter inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat size is the display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e2.8 inches, IPS, in full color, with adjustable brightness. It shows format, folder, track and system settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion below 0.002%, frequency response of -0.01dB from 20Hz to 20kHz, and 75 ohms output impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e444 by 322 by 78mm and 5.5kg. Audiolab covers it for three years when you buy from an authorized dealer and register the unit online within 90 days of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRay Miller of Audio Advisor introduces the 7000CDT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/T_03bmwLYdE\" title=\"The Ultimate CD Transport? Discover the Audiolab 7000CDT!\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd Forever Analog sets it against a rival transport:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5QLipVt1y50\" title=\"Schiit Urd vs Audiolab 7000CDT - Which CD transport is right for you?\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, digital converters, or playing files from USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audiolab","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983019630765,"sku":"NEW-AB7000CDT-SIL","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AB7000CDT_SIL_01-Large__51462.1728051981.1280.1280_855642c2-c6e4-4574-af5e-c0100a9faaf8.jpg?v=1778120793"},{"product_id":"aurender-acs10-caching-music-streamer-and-cd-ripper-24tb-silver","title":"Aurender ACS10  Caching Music Streamer and CD Ripper - 24TB - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Music Library That Does Not Live on a Computer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ACS10 was built to take the computer out of computer audio. It rips your CDs, stores the results, edits the metadata, and serves the whole library to the rest of your system from one machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRipping is one touch. A drawer-loading industrial drive reads the disc, AccurateRip checks it against a database for an error-free copy, and metadata and cover art arrive with it. Acronova's Nimbie autoloader handles a large collection unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou choose where the files land, and you edit the tags afterwards on the machine itself. There is no laptop in this chain and no folder on a desktop to keep track of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Big Drives, Mirrored\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStorage is two 3.5-inch hard drives, in 16TB or 24TB configurations. They ship set to RAID 1, which means each drive holds a copy of the other, so a failure costs you a drive and not the library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather have the space than the safety net, the pair can be reconfigured to use their full combined capacity instead. That is your call to make, and it is reversible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower is a full linear supply with a supercapacitor UPS behind it, so a sudden outage does not catch the drives mid-write. The chassis is machined aluminum, 27 pounds, 16.9 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound gave the ACS10 an Editors' Choice Award. Steven Stone wrote that \"you will be hard-pressed to find a better, more comprehensive self-contained hardware\/software option than the Aurender ACS10.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEngland's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e called it \"an impressive feat of engineering with enormous capabilities and superb reliability,\" and noted that it is easy to use once you have learned how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Server Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour collection is large and irreplaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e — RAID 1 mirroring and a supercapacitor UPS mean a failed drive or a power cut costs you hardware rather than years of ripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the computer gone\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping, tagging, storage and serving all happen here, so there is no laptop to leave running and no folder structure to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own other Aurenders\u003c\/strong\u003e — three LAN ports let you feed a router, connect directly to another Aurender, or daisy-chain a second ACS10 as the library grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have hundreds of discs to get through\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-touch ripping with AccurateRip, plus Nimbie autoloader support, turns an impossible job into a background one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to play as well as store\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dedicated USB audio output makes it a streamer for your own converter. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Ethernet from the double-isolated gigabit port to your router, and control everything from the Conductor app on an iPad. Two further LAN ports connect straight to another Aurender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo play through the ACS10 itself, take the dedicated USB audio output to your converter. The remaining USB ports are for external drives and the autoloader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the ACS10? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the dedicated USB audio output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Another Aurender to serve — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The next box in the chain — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A steady home for 27 pounds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much storage do I get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo 3.5-inch drives, in a 16TB or a 24TB configuration, set at the factory to RAID 1 mirroring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does RAID 1 actually do for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach drive keeps a copy of the other. If one fails, the library is still there on its twin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich formats does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDSD in DSF and DFF, plus WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A and APE among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. With a Roon Server on the same network and current firmware, the ACS10 works as a Roon endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I play MQA files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMQA Core decoding is available as an in-app purchase through the Conductor app, so you add it if your library calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a dated receipt from an authorized Aurender dealer. No registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3RWgXHzGyI0\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAurender Official examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2bfLYCkGjag\" title=\"Aurender ACS10: How to Rip CDs\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about music servers, ripping a CD collection, or backing up a digital library? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aurender","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Silver \/ 24TB \/ New","offer_id":45983025496237,"sku":"NEW-AXACS10-SIL-24TB","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AXACS10_2-SIL-Large__54729.1728662702.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778099581"},{"product_id":"shanling-scd1-3-multifunctional-sacd-player-silver","title":"Shanling SCD1.3 Multifunctional SACD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn SACD Player That Will Let the DSD Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlmost every SACD player converts the disc inside and hands you analog. The DSD layer is not allowed out over ordinary digital connections. The SCD1.3 has an I2S output, and I2S will carry native DSD straight from the disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSo you can use the player as it comes, or send the SACD layer to a converter you rate more highly. Coaxial and optical outputs are there as well for simpler DACs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is a MediaTek ME1389EE with a Sanyo HD870 laser, reading SACD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW. The whole thing weighs 6.6kg in a case 280mm square and 96mm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAKM's Flagship Pair, and a Touchscreen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on AKM's flagship arrangement, the AK4499EX paired with the AK4191. A MUSES8920 handles the stage after it. This is the chipset AKM built for its own top-tier designs, not a mid-range part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are balanced XLR and single-ended RCA, with a 6.35mm headphone jack on the front panel. That last one means the SCD1.3 can be a complete system for a single listener, with nothing else needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 5.1-inch touchscreen runs on Shanling's Ingenic X2000 platform. Wi-Fi brings AirPlay, DLNA and NAS playback. Bluetooth 5.0 covers LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC and SBC, so a phone connects at full quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This SACD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have an SACD collection and a good DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e — the I2S output carries native DSD off the disc, so those discs are no longer locked to the chip inside the player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier takes balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR and RCA are both fitted, so the SCD1.3 suits whatever you own now and whatever replaces it later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones too\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 6.35mm output on the front means late-night sessions need nothing else plugged in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou also stream\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wi-Fi with AirPlay, DLNA and NAS, plus Bluetooth with LDAC, means the disc player is the network player as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to use your computer through it\u003c\/strong\u003e — the USB input takes PCM to 768kHz and DSD512. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the rest of the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the XLR or RCA outputs to your amplifier and the SCD1.3 is a complete player. The internal AKM pair does the conversion, and the touchscreen handles everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo use your own converter, take I2S over HDMI for native DSD from an SACD, or coaxial or optical for a simpler connection. Ethernet or Wi-Fi brings in the network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the SCD1.3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the I2S output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the front jack — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich discs does it play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSACD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW, through a MediaTek ME1389EE drive with a Sanyo HD870 laser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it send DSD to my own converter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe I2S connection carries native DSD from an SACD to a compatible converter, which is unusual and is the main reason to choose this player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter chips are inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAKM's AK4499EX paired with the AK4191, with a MUSES8920 in the stage after it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBalanced XLR, single-ended RCA and a 6.35mm headphone jack, plus I2S, coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it stream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWi-Fi covers AirPlay, DLNA and NAS playback, and Bluetooth 5.0 adds LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC and SBC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCall us at 800-942-0220 and we will confirm the current Shanling warranty terms for this model before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNo English-language review of the SCD1.3 has been published. This one, from Japan, is the most thorough available — English subtitles are switched on for you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LzMVN02yaEg?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Shanling SCD1.3 review - TourbillonCafe\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about SACD and DSD, I2S connections, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shanling","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983040405677,"sku":"NEW-SHSCD13-SIL","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SHSCD13-SIL_01_angle_2025__38199.1763479120.1280.1280_76377db5-8aaf-4d24-8187-c84d0359fe16.jpg?v=1778165580"},{"product_id":"primare-dd15-dedicated-cd-transport-titanium","title":"Primare DD15 Dedicated CD Transport - Titanium","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Transport That Fits on a Bookshelf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD15 does one job in a cabinet 350mm across. It reads discs and passes the data out, and that is all. Most transports at this level assume a full-width rack, and this one deliberately does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism is a Philips CDM-M10, mounted to keep resonance low and loaded through a slot rather than a tray. A slot has no moving drawer to wear out, and it holds the disc closer to the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are one coaxial on RCA and one optical on TOSlink. Both feed a converter, a digital preamplifier or a surround processor, carrying the disc at its native 44.1kHz without alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Partner the 15 Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD15 is sized and finished to sit with Primare's I15 integrated amplifier and SC15 network player. Together they make a compact system that still uses separate boxes for separate jobs, which is a deliberate pairing rather than a coincidence of size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA trigger output ties it into that system, so the transport switches on and off with the amplifier rather than needing its own visit to the rack every time you want to play a disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower draw is 2 watts running and under half a watt on standby, which is what leaving out an analog stage buys you. The cabinet is 350 by 329 by 73mm, weighs 6.4kg, and comes in black or titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is not full width\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 350mm across and 73 tall it fits a bookcase or a desk, where a full-size transport was never going to go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a converter already\u003c\/strong\u003e — the DD15 sends your discs to it untouched, so the money went into the drive rather than duplicating a DAC you already have.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a slot to a tray\u003c\/strong\u003e — the disc is drawn in and held against the chassis, with no drawer mechanism to wear out or rattle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare 15 system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it matches the I15 and SC15 in size and finish, and the trigger output powers it up with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the sound to stay upgradeable\u003c\/strong\u003e — conversion happens downstream, so changing your DAC changes how your CDs sound without replacing the mechanism. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your converter, or the optical output if the coaxial socket is already busy. Your DAC then feeds the amplifier as before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf your amplifier or preamplifier has digital inputs of its own, connect straight to it. The trigger output can wire to a Primare component so the two switch on together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the DD15? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the design — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The I15 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a compact system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter or analog outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. One coaxial and one optical digital output feed your DAC or digital preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich mechanism does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Philips CDM-M10, slot-loading, mounted in a low-resonance arrangement inside the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the DD35?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe DD35 is full width with a TEAC drive and a 10kg cabinet. The DD15 is half width with a Philips mechanism at 6.4kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the trigger output for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt lets a partnering component, such as a Primare I15, switch the DD15 on and off with the rest of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what does it draw?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e350 by 329 by 73mm and 6.4kg, in black or titanium, drawing 2 watts running and under half a watt on standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAudio Arkitekts reviews the DD15 transport:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QWs0K_aJY_w\" title=\"Primare DD15 CD Transport Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd an introduction to the CD15 and DD15 together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w7ysiEnkTMI\" title=\"Intro to Primare's CD15 and DD15 entry models\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, choosing a converter, or building a compact system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983063867565,"sku":"NEW-PMDD15-TIN","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMDD15_TIN_01-large__64621.1728386174.1280.1280_52888b5a-b912-4751-b11f-23f00ad21c9b.jpg?v=1778144530"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-cd-box-ds3-cd-player-silver","title":"Pro-Ject CD Box DS3 CD Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn Old Converter Chip, Chosen on Purpose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNewer converter chips arrive every year with higher numbers on the box. Pro-Ject went the other way for the CD Box DS3 and fitted the Texas Instruments PCM1796, a chip that has been used in very expensive players for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt was picked for its character rather than its specification sheet. Pro-Ject describes it as the most analog and sweet of the options, and the aim was a CD player that gets close to the sound of a record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround it sits a drive tuned for 1:1 playback of the Red Book standard, loading through a slot. The DS3 does one job, and every part in it was picked for that job alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Servo and the Suspension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA CD drive is only as good as the servo steering it. The DS3 uses the Blue Tiger CD-80, developed by Stream Unlimited, which audiophiles rate among the most advanced servo boards you can buy at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe drive is mounted in a rigid aluminum housing on a suspension system with three soft isolation points and one hard one. Sheet metal flexes, and a laser that has to stay in position cannot afford that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds within 0.15dB from 20Hz to 20kHz. The noise floor is better than 105dBA across that range. Distortion is under 0.018% through the analog output and under 0.005% through the digital one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou find digital sounds hard\u003c\/strong\u003e — the PCM1796 was chosen for a warm, analog character rather than a headline number, which is what makes long listening sessions easy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want both kinds of output\u003c\/strong\u003e — RCA analog plus coaxial and optical digital mean the DS3 works as a finished player now and as a transport if you buy a DAC later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour rack is not perfectly still\u003c\/strong\u003e — a suspended drive in a rigid aluminum housing keeps the laser aligned when footsteps or a subwoofer shake the shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are replacing a Blu-ray player\u003c\/strong\u003e — a drive optimized for 1:1 Red Book playback treats the disc as the main event instead of an afterthought behind video.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a source you can leave alone\u003c\/strong\u003e — front-panel buttons, a clear dot-matrix display and a remote, with nothing to update. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA line outputs to any input on your preamp, integrated amplifier or receiver, and the internal PCM1796 handles the conversion from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather use your own converter, the coaxial or optical digital output bypasses the internal DAC entirely and turns the DS3 into a transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD Box DS3? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the coaxial or optical output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the RCA outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter is inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA Texas Instruments PCM1796, chosen for its analog, easy-to-listen-to character rather than for a higher number on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA pair of RCA line-level analog outputs at 2 Vrms, plus one coaxial and one optical TOSlink digital output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the Blue Tiger servo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD-80 servo board from Stream Unlimited. It is the circuit that steers the drive, and it is widely regarded as one of the best available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e20Hz to 20kHz within 0.15dB, a noise floor better than 105dBA, and distortion under 0.018% through the analog output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e206 by 72 by 194mm, or 200mm deep including the sockets, and 1,660g without its external 18V power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years for the original owner, from an authorized Pro-Ject dealer. Register the product and subscribe to Pro-Ject's newsletter and they extend it to three. 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