HD7500 mkII vs Sony CDP-XA1ES
The CDP-XA1ES's signal-to-noise is 108 dB against the HD7500 mkII's 106 dB and its weight 3.8 kg (8 lbs) against 5.6 kg (12 lbs). Both share thd (0.003%) and output voltage (2.0V RMS).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$300
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About the HD7500 mkII
The Harman Kardon HD-7500 mkII is a stereo compact disc player manufactured around 1991. It uses a MN6471M 1-bit Bitstream digital-to-analog converter and a KSS-210A CD mechanism. The player supports CD format with a frequency response of 4 Hz to 20 kHz, dynamic range of 98 dB, signal-to-noise ratio of 106 dB, channel separation of 96 dB, and total harmonic distortion of 0.003%. It outputs a line level signal of 2V and includes a remote control. The unit measures 443 x 103 x 356 mm and weighs approximately 5.6 kg. It was originally priced around GBP £350 in 1991. The HD-7500 mkII is known for its clean, detailed sound and solid build quality, typical of Harman Kardon's early 90s CD players.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- DAC Chip
- MN6471M, Bitstream 1 bit
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.003%
- SNR
- 106 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Analog Inputs
- Line output
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 443 × 103 × 356 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.6 kg (12 lbs)
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