Audiolab 9000CDT CD Transport

Description

9000CDT

Following in a long list of award-winning audiolab CD playback devices, the 9000CDT uses a high-precision optical system with an electronic data buffer for accurate and seamless CD playback.

The read-ahead digital buffer to reduce disc-reading failures, helping the 9000CDT play scratched and damaged CDs that may be unreadable by conventional mechanisms.

To ensure a flawless signal reaches the accompanying DAC, the coaxial output of the 9000CDT is fed from a differential line driver. The master clock is controlled by a high-accuracy crystal oscillator, enabling the digital output from both coaxial and optical sockets to exhibit vanishingly low levels of jitter (time-based digital distortion).

The low-friction loading tray, sturdy aluminium base and chassis of the 9000CDT work to tackle vibrations that are experienced due to the mechanics of a high-spin-velocity motor. Further, the transport is mounted in its own electromagnetically-shielded enclosure with a dedicated power supply.

All the above contributes to the exemplary digital signal extraction, while the proven resonance reduction further improves performance and onward effect in ancillary Hi-Fi equipment and signal chains.

In addition to the class-leading CD playback design, the 9000CDT also offers digital music file compatibly via a dedicated USB Type-A connection to the rear of the unit. Every significant hi-res and lossless audio format is catered for, including WAV, AAC and WMA, as well as compressed legacy MP3 formats.

Sporting a 4.3-inch IPS LCD screen with a detailed but simple to use GUI, the 9000CDT offers a vivid representation of information including system settings, format, folder, track details and other data.

Features

• CD Playback for the purist audiophile – high-end CD mech with a high-precision optical system.
• Complete isolation from vibration – aluminium base and chassis reduce mechanical vibration during operation. The transport is mounted in its own, electromagnetically shielded enclosure with a dedicated power supply.
• Digital files in any format – Offering USB HDD support, the 9000CDT will playback WAV, AAC and WMA, as well as compressed legacy MP3 formats from digital storage devices.
• A full colour 4.3” IPS LCD screen with interactive and detailed general user interface.

Specifications

• Model: 9000CDT
• General Description: Dedicated CD Transport
• Design Philosophy & Core Technology: CD/CD-R/CD-RW compatible, USB storage device playback function (MP3/WMA/WAV), Full colour display, Interactive GUI, Auto-source selection
• USB Storage Device Audio Format: Support WAV, MP3, WMA format playback
• USB Storage Device File System: Support FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 format
• Digital Output Amplitude: 500 +/-50 mVpp
• Output Impedance: 75 Ω
• Frequency Response: -0.01 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz, ref 1 kHz)
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.002 %
• Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz
• Digital Output Interface: 1 x Coaxial , 1 x Optical
• Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 W
• Power Requirements (according to region): 220-240 V – 50/60 Hz, 100-120 V – 50/60 Hz
• Product Size W x H x D (mm): 444 X 322 X 89
• Carton Size W x H x D (mm): 514 X 470 X 161
• Net Weight: 5.74 kg
• Gross Weight: 7.6 kg

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More Information

• 9000CDT CD Transport, by Audiolab

Additional information

Brand

Audiolab

Formed in the early 1980s by Philip Swift and Derek Scotland, Audiolab earned worldwide acclaim with their 8000A - an integrated stereo amplifier that became a classic ‘step-up’ from the budget models of the time. During the ensuing years, the 8000A established itself as one of the most successful British amps ever produced, and was joined by a range of electronics including CD players, pre/power amps and an FM tuner.

The brand switched hands in 1997, changing its name to TAG McLaren Audio, and was so known until 2004 when Audiolab became part of IAG and returned to its original name.