PL150 vs Cambridge Audio Sonata CD30
The Sonata CD30's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the PL150's 110 dB, its thd 0.003% against 0.001%, its output impedance 50Ω against 0Ω, and its weight 2.3 kg (5 lbs) against 1.145 kg (3 lbs).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$135
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About the PL150
The SMSL PL150 is a slot-loading Hi-Fi CD player designed for playing standard CDs and small-format discs, with built-in digital-to-analog conversion and headphone amplification. It uses a Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC, includes optical and coaxial digital outputs for use as a transport, and provides both 3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced-style headphone outputs on the front panel. The unit also features an IPS LCD display, full-function remote control, an aluminum alloy front panel, and gold-plated connectors. It is marketed in black and silver finishes and is positioned as a compact desktop or small hi-fi setup component.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Cirrus Logic CS43198
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.001%
- SNR
- 110 dB
- Output Voltage
- 0.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 0Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 0.0V 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
- 205 × 42.8 × 144.7 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 1.145 kg (3 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black, silver
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions