M6SCD vs M3scd
The M3scd's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the M6SCD's 96 kHz. Both share bit depth (24-bit), signal-to-noise (117 dB), and thd (0.003%).
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The Musical Fidelity M6SCD is a top-tier CD player and digital hub designed to deliver outstanding technical and musical performance. It features a 32-bit Delta-Sigma DAC with 192 kHz up-sampling and dual differential 8x over-sampling, ensuring precise and detailed audio reproduction. The unit supports multiple digital inputs including 2 coaxial SPDIF, 2 optical SPDIF, and an asynchronous USB input, making it versatile for connecting to set-top boxes and enhancing TV sound. It offers multiple outputs such as line level RCA, balanced XLR, and digital SPDIF via coaxial and optical connectors. The M6SCD boasts very low jitter (<135 picoseconds peak to peak), a wide frequency response (10Hz to 20 kHz with -0.2dB max), a high signal-to-noise ratio (>117dB), extremely low distortion (<0.003% THD+noise), excellent linearity (<0.1dB down to -96dB), and excellent channel separation (>105dB). The build quality is robust and elegant, with dimensions of 440 x 125 x 385 mm and a weight of 11.2 kg unpacked. It includes trigger inputs and outputs for integration with other equipment and comes with a 5-year warranty (2 years on the mechanism).
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The M3scd's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the M6SCD's 96 kHz. Both share bit depth (24-bit), signal-to-noise (117 dB), and thd (0.003%).
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