SA-11S3

About the SA-11S3

The Marantz SA 11 S3 is a premium stereo Super Audio CD and CD player designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality and build. It supports SACDs, audio CDs, CD-R/RWs including MP3 and WMA files, and features a front-panel USB-A input for USB drives and Apple devices, plus a rear-panel asynchronous USB-B input for high-resolution audio playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz. It uses a Burr-Brown DSD1792A digital-to-analog converter with 7X higher current output than previous models, delivering greater dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio. The player includes a custom SACDM-2 optical drive mechanism for accurate disc reading and a fully balanced audio output stage with HDAM SA2 discrete op-amps for enhanced accuracy and musicality. Selectable digital filters allow fine-tuning of sound character. The chassis is copper-plated with a double-layered bottom plate and a solid 5mm thick aluminum top cover for vibration damping. Outputs include stereo RCA and balanced XLR, plus optical and coaxial digital inputs and outputs. A high-quality headphone amplifier with volume control is also integrated. The SA 11 S3 weighs approximately 37 pounds and measures 17-5/16"W x 5"H x 18-1/4"D. It comes with a 5-year parts and labor warranty (3 years for optical mechanism).