Ultradisc 2000

About the Ultradisc 2000

The Enlightened Audio Design Ultradisc 2000 CD player is a high-end audiophile device built around a smooth running Pioneer stable platter transport mechanism. It supports HDCD decoding and uses twin Burr Brown PCM63P 'K' DAC chips, known for their warm and pure sound quality. The player features a Rowland-style cut silver faceplate and offers excellent build quality with a beautiful display and remote control. It has been praised for its outstanding sound quality and performance, with a very pure and warm sonic character. The unit is known for its reliability and can be upgraded with various modifications to improve dynamics, reduce distortion, and enhance musicality. Typical upgrades include rectifier diode mods, capacitor mods, power line noise reduction, op amp upgrades, silver plating of connectors, and proprietary sonic treatments. The player was originally released in the late 1990s and remains a sought-after model among audiophiles. It comes with original packaging, manual, power cord, and remote control. The unit is no longer manufactured but remains highly regarded in the audiophile community.