A5 vs Cary Audio Design CDP-1
The CDP-1's signal-to-noise is 122 dB against the A5's 113 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and thd (0.003%).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,200
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About the A5
The A5 CD player is designed to deliver a natural and life-like sound, making it suitable for a wide range of music genres. It includes a Philips CD mechanism and supports upsampling to 192kHz. The player offers both optical and coaxial digital outputs, along with analog RCA outputs. It is often paired with the Musical Fidelity A5 integrated amplifier for a cohesive audio system.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Delta-Sigma
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.003%
- SNR
- 113 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.1V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 47Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Outputs
- Optical, Coaxial
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 436 × 125 × 387 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 10.2 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