C-5xe vs Theta Digital Compli
The Compli's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the C-5xe's 96 kHz and its weight 10.43 kg (23 lbs) against 11.79 kg (26 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit) and output voltage (2.0V RMS).
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C-5xe
Ayre AcousticsDigitalCD PlayersHi-Res PlayersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,933
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the C-5xe
The Ayre C-5xe is a premium universal disc player supporting CD, SACD, DVD-Audio, and DVD-Video playback. Its heavy aluminum chassis (26 lbs) houses specialized circuitry including selectable digital filters (DF Measure/DF Listen) and balanced XLR outputs. The MP (Minimum Phase) version implements Ayre's proprietary filter design to reduce digital artifacts.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 96 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.1V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Outputs
- AES/EBU
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 438 × 121 × 330 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 11.79 kg (26 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions