CD-S2100 vs Denon DCD-1700NE
The DCD-1700NE's signal-to-noise is 117 dB against the CD-S2100's 116 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and thd (0.002%).
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The Yamaha CD-S2100 is a premium SACD/CD player designed for superior audio reproduction, incorporating technologies from Yamaha's flagship models. It features left-right symmetrical construction with independent digital/analog circuits, dedicated power supplies for digital and analog sections, and a single-stage I/V conversion circuit for direct analog output with minimal signal loss. The high-precision CD drive with aluminum tray and vibration-resistant chassis ensures accurate signal reading. Equipped with an ESS ES9016 SABRE32 Ultra 32-bit DAC in dual-differential mode, it supports USB DAC functionality via ASIO 2.3 driver. Connectivity includes balanced XLR and RCA analog outputs, optical/coaxial digital inputs/outputs, and asynchronous USB Type B input. Additional features include Pure Direct mode, half-mirror display, remote control, and auto standby. It plays SACD, CD, CD-R/RW (MP3/WMA), and USB audio. Note: This model is discontinued.
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The DCD-1700NE's signal-to-noise is 117 dB against the CD-S2100's 116 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and thd (0.002%).
The SA-11S1's signal-to-noise is 114 dB against the CD-S2100's 116 dB and its thd 0.001% against 0.002%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
The MCD201's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the CD-S2100's 116 dB and its thd 0.003% against 0.002%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
The DCD-A100's bit depth is 32-bit against the CD-S2100's 24-bit and its signal-to-noise 119 dB against 116 dB. Both share max sample rate (192 kHz) and thd (0.002%).
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