FMJ CD37 vs McIntosh MCD500
The MCD500's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the FMJ CD37's 109 dB, its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 2.3V RMS, and its weight 12.8 kg (28 lbs) against 6.2 kg (14 lbs). Both share thd (0.002%).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,550
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About the FMJ CD37
The Arcam FMJ CD37 is a flagship CD/SACD player from Arcam's FMJ series, produced around 2007-2013. It delivers breathtaking musical realism from both CD and SACD discs using ultra-high precision clocking and dual differential Wolfson WM8741 DACs with native DSD conversion. Key technologies include 'Mask of Silence' and 'Stealth Mat' for EMI reduction, damped 'Sound Dead Steel' chassis, and separate power supplies with dual toroidal transformers for analog and digital circuits. It offers two pairs of RCA analog outputs, coaxial and optical digital outputs, 12V trigger input, and IR control input. Praised for its detailed imaging, neutral tonality, deep bass, and smooth highs, it pairs ideally with Arcam FMJ amplifiers like the A38.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- DAC Chip
- Wolfson WM8741
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.002%
- SNR
- 109 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.3V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- coaxial (S/PDIF), optical (Toslink)
- Analog Inputs
- 2 pairs RCA phono (unbalanced)
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 430 × 85 × 355 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.2 kg (14 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions