{"product_id":"rotel-cd14-mkii-cd-player","title":"Rotel CD14 MkII 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;\"\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? 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