DA11

About the DA11

The Counterpoint DA-11 is a compact, high-quality CD transport introduced in the early 1990s, notable for its use of the Philips CDM12.1 transport mechanism which employs a straight-line tracking system for the laser optics, enhancing accuracy and reliability. It measures approximately 480 x 57 x 250 mm and weighs about 5.9 kg. The DA-11 offers digital outputs including AES/EBU, coaxial, and optical connections. It is praised for its exceptional speed in track access and remote responsiveness, vibration-damped chassis, and a sound signature balancing delicate detail and overall coherence with strong control and precision. The unit was originally It is regarded as a thoroughbred transport with superior transparency and scale compared to many contemporaries, suitable for pairing with high-end DACs and audio systems.