PDR-04 vs NAD 514
The 514's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the PDR-04's 97 dB, its weight 4.6 kg (10 lbs) against 5 kg (11 lbs), its depth 290 mm against 285 mm, and its width 435 mm against 420 mm.
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The Pioneer PDR-04 is a stereo compact disc recorder, ideal for those seeking to record and play back audio with precision. It supports the CD format and features a digital converter from AKM, specifically the AKM4321, which ensures high-quality digital signal processing. The CD mechanism is the PEA1341, providing reliable disc handling. The frequency response of the PDR-04 spans from 2Hz to 20kHz, offering a wide range of audio frequencies, and it has a dynamic range of 97dB, which is suitable for capturing detailed soundscapes. The device consumes 15 watts of power and has dimensions of 420 x 125 x 285 mm (WxHxD), weighing 5 kg. Originally priced at approximately 1,500 DM, it was positioned as a mid-range to high-end product at the time of its release.
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The 514's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the PDR-04's 97 dB, its weight 4.6 kg (10 lbs) against 5 kg (11 lbs), its depth 290 mm against 285 mm, and its width 435 mm against 420 mm.
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