CD Box DS2

About the CD Box DS2

The CD Box DS2 is a high-end audio CD player and DAC designed for modern music lovers seeking future-proof versatility. It supports playback of CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, and Hybrid-SACD (CD layer only). The unit features a high-quality AK4490 DAC chip capable of decoding PCM up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD256 via USB input. It includes four digital inputs (2x optical S/PDIF, 1x coaxial S/PDIF, 1x USB B) and two digital outputs (optical and coaxial S/PDIF), plus an analog RCA line output. The CD transport uses an excellent 4-layer suspended mechanism with a Blue Tiger CD-80 servo board and a luxurious slot-in mechanism. The device offers selectable digital filters for PCM and DSD files to tailor sound to user preference. Its solid aluminum or wood cabinet protects against vibration and interference, and it has a low standby power consumption of less than 1 watt. Dimensions are approximately 206 x 71 x 200 mm (aluminum version) and weight is about 1.52 kg without power supply. Available in silver or black with optional real wood side panels in eucalyptus or walnut. The CD Box DS2 can also function as a standalone DAC, making it a versatile digital hub for HiFi systems.