CD-RW900MKII vs CD-RW2000
The CD-RW2000's signal-to-noise is 98 dB against the CD-RW900MKII's 90 dB, its weight 7 kg (15 lbs) against 4.31 kg (10 lbs), and its width 483 mm against 482.6 mm. Both share max sample rate (44.1 kHz).
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The Tascam CD-RW900MKII is a professional CD recorder and player designed for reliable, high-quality audio recording and playback. It features a new TEAC tray-loading transport that supports gapless recording when writing track markers, a capability not available in typical PC drives. The unit uses an AKM AK4528VM codec for AD/DA conversion, delivering clean, clear sound with a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.8dB. It supports CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 playback, with various track division methods including automatic, time-based, and manual, plus a rec-mute function to insert silence between tracks. Independent analog input level controls and digital input level control allow precise recording level adjustments. Additional features include ±16% pitch control, fade-in/fade-out recording, PS/2 keyboard input for track naming and menu access, and a 4-second RAM buffer to prevent skipping during playback. Connectivity includes unbalanced RCA analog inputs/outputs, coaxial and optical S/PDIF digital inputs/outputs, and a 1/4" headphone output. The unit is rack-mountable (2U) and weighs 9.5 lbs. It is widely used in professional settings for live recording, mastering, and archival purposes.
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The CD-RW2000's signal-to-noise is 98 dB against the CD-RW900MKII's 90 dB, its weight 7 kg (15 lbs) against 4.31 kg (10 lbs), and its width 483 mm against 482.6 mm. Both share max sample rate (44.1 kHz).
The CD200's weight is 4.2 kg (9 lbs) against the CD-RW900MKII's 4.31 kg (10 lbs) and its height 94.5 mm against 93.5 mm. Both share max sample rate (44.1 kHz) and signal-to-noise (90 dB).
The CC222 MKII's signal-to-noise is 92 dB against the CD-RW900MKII's 90 dB, its weight 6.9 kg (15 lbs) against 4.31 kg (10 lbs), and its width 483 mm against 482.6 mm. Both share max sample rate (44.1 kHz).
The Majik CD's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the CD-RW900MKII's 90 dB, its weight 4.9 kg (11 lbs) against 4.31 kg (10 lbs), and its depth 355 mm against 349.25 mm. Both share max sample rate (44.1 kHz).
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