MCD7000 vs Meridian 508
The 508's bit depth is 16-bit against the MCD7000's 14-bit, its signal-to-noise 93 dB against 96 dB, and its thd 0.001% against 0.003%. Both share output voltage (2.0V RMS).
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MCD7000
McIntoshDigitalCD PlayersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$900
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MCD7000
The McIntosh MCD 7000 is a vintage single-disc CD player manufactured between 1985 and 1988. It was McIntosh's first CD player and features a robust build quality typical of the brand. The player uses dual TDA1540 14-bit digital-to-analog converters and a CDM-1 mechanism. It delivers a frequency response from 2Hz to 20kHz, a dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio of 96dB, channel separation of 94dB, and very low total harmonic distortion of 0.003%. The line output is 2V. Audiophile reviews praise its warm, tube-like sound without the use of tubes, with very good bass extension, detailed mids, and airy highs, making it competitive with many sub- CD players even decades after its release. The unit measures 410 x 138 x 330 mm and weighs 10 kg. It has two sets of output jacks, including fixed output unaffected by the front panel output level control. The MCD 7000 is no longer manufactured and is considered a legacy product.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 14-bit
- DAC Chip
- TDA1540
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.003%
- SNR
- 96 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- Line output
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 410 × 138 × 330 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 10 kg (22 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions