If it's not too old for you, the Sony SCD-1 had XLR outs.
Looking for a CD Player w/XLR Outputs...
I'm running a McIntosh 352 and I love it, but I've run out of inputs. All I have left is my balanced XLRs.
I'd like to buy a nice CD player w/XLR outputs. I'm okay w/used, and definitely want something nice (pro equipment is okay too), but don't want to spend too much (~$600 tops). Any suggestions?
Jon
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Don’t limit yourself to the internal DAC of a CD player. Invest in a capable transport and an external DAC that matches the sound quality of the McIntosh 352. As for the only new CD player so far that offers balanced XLR analog outputs: https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/emotiva-erc-4-cd-player-dac-review.42816/ Reasonably good measurements are a necessary condition when it comes to purchasing a digital transport. I won't take a chance. The Oppo BDP-105 is another option, but it won’t fit your requirements unless you buy used. Spending that much on a used dedicated player deserves a second thought. The SMSL PL200 has every specification you’re looking for. It is slightly (under $100) over your price range, but it’s Chi-Fi (what’s wrong with that?) |
Thanks to you all, this is all very helpful. |
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