FL8400 vs Rotel RCC-955
The RCC-955's signal-to-noise is 96 dB against the FL8400's 100 dB, its thd 0.008% against 0.007%, and its weight 5.7 kg (13 lbs) against 6.5 kg (14 lbs). Both share output voltage (2.0V RMS).
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DigitalCD PlayersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$300
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About the FL8400
The Harman Kardon FL8400 is a 5-disc compact disc changer introduced in 1993, featuring a carousel mechanism for playing up to 5 CDs in various modes including random and repeat. It uses a SM5871AN dual 1-bit DAC with 8x oversampling and KSS-210A CD mechanism, delivering high-quality audio praised in reviews for its sound reproduction. Manufactured around 1994-1995 in Korea, it includes analog RCA outputs, optical digital output, headphone jack with volume control, and remote control. Common age-related issues include belt degradation in the tray rotation and mechanism lift, often requiring replacement.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- SM5871AN
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.007%
- SNR
- 100 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- Remote In
- Digital Outputs
- Optical
- Analog Outputs
- Audio L/R RCA, Headphones
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 440 × 95 × 380 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.5 kg (14 lbs)
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