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The Marantz SA-11S2 Reference SACD/CD player is designed for audiophiles seeking high-quality two-channel SACD playback. It features a fully balanced analog audio stage with Marantz's HDAM SA2 amplification modules and dual Seiko NPC monophonic SM5866A5 Super Audio D/A converters. The player uses an aluminum SACDM-1 transport mechanism with smooth disc loading and supports playback of SACD, CD, CD-R, and CD-RW discs. It offers three selectable digital filters, a Noise Shaper, DC filter, and phase inversion for tailored sound preferences. The chassis is copper-plated with a double-layered bottom and a heavy top plate to minimize vibration and electromagnetic interference. Outputs include balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, coaxial and optical digital outputs. An unusual feature is the external master clock input via BNC connector for improved jitter control. The unit weighs 16.5 kg and measures approximately 444 x 128 x 417 mm. It comes with a remote control and has a power consumption of 26W. The SA-11S2 is praised for its natural sound, dynamic range, and build quality, making it a highly regarded player in its price range.
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The SA-14S1's signal-to-noise is 109 dB against the SA-11S2's 100 dB, its thd 0.001% against 0.002%, its weight 15.3 kg (34 lbs) against 16.5 kg (36 lbs), and its depth 419 mm against 417 mm.
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The SA-11S3's signal-to-noise is 109 dB against the SA-11S2's 100 dB, its thd 0.001% against 0.002%, its weight 17 kg (37 lbs) against 16.5 kg (36 lbs), and its height 127 mm against 128 mm.
The CDP4A's signal-to-noise is 105 dB against the SA-11S2's 100 dB, its weight 10 kg (22 lbs) against 16.5 kg (36 lbs), and its width 430 mm against 444 mm. Both share thd (0.002%).
The CD-S2100's signal-to-noise is 116 dB against the SA-11S2's 100 dB, its weight 15.6 kg (34 lbs) against 16.5 kg (36 lbs), and its height 137 mm against 128 mm. Both share thd (0.002%).
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