UZ1 vs Magnetar UDP900
The UDP900's thd is 0.000% against the UZ1's 0.002% and its weight 15.5 kg (34 lbs) against 8.4 kg (19 lbs). Both share max sample rate (192 kHz) and signal-to-noise (130 dB).
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UZ1
EsotericDigitalCD PlayersBlu-ray PlayersHi-Res PlayersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$6,000
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the UZ1
The Esoteric UZ-1 is a high-performance universal disc player from Esoteric, renowned for its build quality and advanced engineering. It features a vertically aligned optical stability platform (VOSP) transport mechanism for precise disc reading, and supports a wide range of disc formats including SACD, CD, DVD-Audio, DVD, and VCD. The UZ-1 is equipped with a Faroudja video chipset for high-quality video upconversion and deinterlacing, offering selectable output resolutions up to 1080i via HDMI. Audio performance is exceptional, with support for PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS formats, and high-quality analog and digital outputs. The unit also includes a word synchronization input for system clock integration with other Esoteric components.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.002%
- SNR
- 130 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Digital Inputs
- i.LINK, COAXIAL, OPTICAL
- Analog Inputs
- RCA (L/R)
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 400 × 77 × 342 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 8.4 kg (19 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions