588 vs Roksan K3 CD Di
The K3 CD Di's signal-to-noise is 96 dB against the 588's 93 dB and its thd 0.002% against 0.001%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$900
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the 588
The Meridian 588 is a premium compact disc player from 2001, succeeding the 508 model. It employs a DVD-ROM drive (DVS DSL-710A) for superior error correction, lower jitter via multiple buffer stages, and supports CD, CD-R, and MP3 formats. Featuring 192kHz/24-bit Delta Sigma DACs (AD1852), it delivers exceptional detail and soundstage. Construction includes 6-layer PCBs and 7 separate power supplies. Connections encompass balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog outputs, coaxial SPDIF, optical Toslink digital outputs, and RS232 for control and firmware updates. It includes a system remote control. No longer manufactured, with the G08 as its successor.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DAC Chip
- AD1852 Delta Sigma
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.001%
- SNR
- 93 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Outputs
- coaxial SPDIF/IEC1937, optical Toslink
- Analog Outputs
- balanced XLR, stereo RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 88 × 321 × 332 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.4 kg (14 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black textured enamel and glass
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions