MARANTZ HD-CD1 High Definition CD Player

 The latest addition to the new Marantz MusicLink series is the HD-CD1, a high-quality CD player in the same compact form as the HD-AMP1 amplifier, for which it is the perfect match. Combining more than 30 years of Marantz expertise in compact disc playback with the latest developments in digital audio technology, it's ideal for use as a CD transport when used with the HD-AMP1, or as a CD player in any situation where a compact form-factor is required without any compromise on sound quality. Small it may be, but it makes use of state-of-the-art Marantz technology carried over from our Award-winning CD players, including a high-resolution 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converter from Cirrus Logic, a high-accuracy system clock, and the famous Marantz HDAM-SA2 amplifier modules, as found in our flagship Reference Series CD players and amplifiers. Selected components are also used throughout the audio signal path, for the very best reproduction of your music. A centralized CD mechanism, able to play MP3, WMA and AAC files as well as standard CDs, is also used for ultra-accurate disc-reading and, along with its analog audio outputs, optical and coaxial digital connections are provided, allowing the HD-CD1 to be connected directly to the HD-AMP1's ultra-high-quality digital-to-analog conversion. The HD-CD1 also features the stylish MusicLink design, with a solid aluminum front panel, double-layer chassis for vibration isolation and retro-style side panels. It also includes a high-quality integral headphone amplifier with adjustable gain to drive high-end headphones for personal listening and comes complete with a remote control for all its functions, also able to 'drive' a complete system of HD-CD1 and HD-AMP1. It's a superb Marantz CD player—in miniature!

Key to the audiophile performance offered by the CXC CD transport is our S3 servo solution. The vast majority of optical drives in use today are designed with computers in mind. While they can read all manner of disc media, they lack the precision and finesse of a dedicated audio drive. To address this, we have written our own software to precisely control the driveʼs laser and motor assembly.

The CXC is simplicity itself to setup and use, because we handle digital to analogue conversion in our amplifiers. Thereʼs a good reason behind this philosophy. Maintaining the audio signal in the digital domain for as long as possible minimises potential analogue signal degradation. Our CXC transport has one job to do and it does it very well indeed.

Our proprietary Cambridge S3 servo solution effectively turns a universal disc drive into a dedicated CD spinner; it can calibrate and monitor the speed of the disc, holding it steady and constant. By managing where the laser head is and what itʼs reading, as well as maximising error correction, we can get the maximum amount of clean data off the disc as possible, with the minimum jitter.

The CXC utilises a low-resonance acoustically damped metal chassis, with an ultra-clean low noise power supply. Beneath the hood, our PCB design employs double-sided surface mount technology, which eliminates wire links and ensures an ultra short signal path, thereby reducing signal deterioration.

Cambridge C-BUS connection means that one remote can be used to power on and off both CXC and CXA in sync.

• Digital audio outputs:S/PDIF coaxial and TOSLINK optical
• S/PDIF output impedance:

MANUAL

A Professional CD Recorder/Player with Proprietary TEAC Tray-Loading Transport, it

The CD-RW900MKII and CD-RW901MKII are professional CD recorders that replace the best-selling CD-RW900SL and CD-RW901SL. A new TEAC tray-loading transport ensures years of reliable operation in the most demanding installations. The new transport also allows gapless recording when writing track markers, something not possible using off-the-shelf PC drives. Various recording features like automatic track creation help the operator create polished recordings without constant supervision. An AKM AK4528VM is used for AD/DA conversion for clean, clear sound quality with a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz +/-0.8dB.

With the CD-RW901MKII, balanced analog input/output jacks and external control terminals are included. Additionally, long-run continuous recording (and overlap recording) is possible by connecting multiple CD-RW901MKIIs with an accessory cable. An ISRC/RID code can be displayed to check the recording in a mastering studio.Whether used for PA/Sound Reinforcement playback, studio, mastering, or broadcast, the CD-RW900MKII and 901MKII are TASCAM's latest generation of reliable CD recording and playback.

• Metal remote control High rigidity metal
frame
• High quality mains filter
• Three separated power supply for
mechanism, digtal and analogue sections
• Rubber insulated aluminium feet
• Philips SD6.3 SACD module
• True balanced analogue output
• Double mono balanced analogue stage
• Analog Devices AD1896 digital
upsampler
• Texas 2 x PCM 1792 DB DAC
• High grade IC LME49710 analogue stage
design
Very low jitter system clock management
Magnetically couplet digital I²S bus

Channel Separation      Better than 110dB
CD formats supported     SACD Stereo, CD, CD-R
Digital to Analog Conversion     Dual differential 24-bit DACs
Dynamic Range     > 100 dB (PCM)
> 130 dB (DSD)
Frequency Response     0 Hz - 20 kHz (PCM)
0 Hz - 39 kHz (DSD)
Maximum Output (0dBFS)     3.66V balanced
1.83V single-ended
Output Complement     1 pair XLR balanced audio outputs
1 pair RCA single-ended audio outputs
Output Impedence     110 ohm
Power supply     100 V, 120V, 230 V, 240 V (50-60 Hz) factory set for destination country
Power Consumption     35 watts maximum
Dimensions     17 x 15.5 x 3.35 in
43,5 x 35 x 8,5 cm
Weight (with envelop)     26lbs / 12 Kg