C 515 BEE vs Arcam CD73T
The CD73T's signal-to-noise is 112 dB against the C 515 BEE's 110 dB and its thd 0.005% against 0.003%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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About the C 515 BEE
The NAD C 515 BEE is a high-performance compact disc player designed around meticulous circuit layouts and carefully selected components to minimize noise and distortion. It supports playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA files, with digital optical TOSLINK and coaxial outputs, as well as analog audio output via RCA connectors. The player features a dimmable VFD display, full-function remote control with repeat, program play, skip, and search functions. It uses low noise 24 bit/192 kHz Sigma/Delta digital-to-analog converters and audio-specific operational amplifiers to deliver accurate, musical sound with excellent detail, dynamics, and warmth. The unit measures 435 x 60 x 241 mm, weighs 3.52 kg, and was manufactured circa 2012. It is known for its robust build quality, wide and disciplined soundstage, vivid stereo imaging, and emotional vocal reproduction. The C 515 BEE is no longer in production and has been succeeded by the NAD C 516 BEE.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Sigma/Delta
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.003%
- SNR
- 110 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.2V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Digital Outputs
- Optical, Coaxial
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 60 × 241 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3.52 kg (8 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black
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