Platina CDT vs Audiolab 9000CDT
The 9000CDT's max sample rate is 44.1 kHz against the Platina CDT's 96 kHz and its weight 5.74 kg (13 lbs) against 10.9 kg (24 lbs). Both share output voltage (0.5V RMS) and output impedance (75Ω).
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The Quad Platina CDT is a premium CD transport designed for audiophiles, part of the Platina range that matches the Platina Integrated amplifier and Platina Stream in aesthetics and performance. It outputs a pure digital signal via coaxial and optical outputs for external DAC processing, emphasizing low jitter, vibration control, and noise isolation through features like a steel chassis with anti-resonance feet, shielded transport mechanism, temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) with dedicated regulator, Noratel toroidal transformer, and separate power supplies for motor/laser, decoder, and display. Supports Red Book CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, data CDs, and USB storage with hi-res files (FLAC, WAV, WMA, AAC, MP3, APE). Features a 4.3-inch color IPS LCD display, front-loading tray, and full remote control. Dimensions align with series siblings for stackable modular setups.
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The 9000CDT's max sample rate is 44.1 kHz against the Platina CDT's 96 kHz and its weight 5.74 kg (13 lbs) against 10.9 kg (24 lbs). Both share output voltage (0.5V RMS) and output impedance (75Ω).
The CD31's output impedance is 100Ω against the Platina CDT's 75Ω, its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 0.5V RMS, and its weight 10.5 kg (23 lbs) against 10.9 kg (24 lbs). Both share max sample rate (96 kHz).
The PD-507T's weight is 4 kg (9 lbs) against the Platina CDT's 10.9 kg (24 lbs) and its height 84.5 mm against 135 mm. Both share output voltage (0.5V RMS) and output impedance (75Ω).
The CD32's weight is 10.4 kg (23 lbs) against the Platina CDT's 10.9 kg (24 lbs), its width 430 mm against 445 mm, and its height 106 mm against 135 mm. Both share max sample rate (96 kHz).
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