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About the KAV-280cd
The Krell KAV-280cd is a premium CD player renowned for its exceptional build quality and sound performance. It features a robust all-aluminum chassis and uses four Burr-Brown PCM-1704 24-bit DAC chips, delivering ultra-smooth, musical sound with deep, articulate bass and a liquid midrange. The player includes a drawer-loading, mechanically isolated transport with a linear drive laser assembly for reliable disc handling. Outputs include balanced XLR and single-ended RCA analog audio, as well as coaxial and optical digital outputs, allowing flexible integration with external DACs or audio systems. The unit also supports 12 V triggers and remote control via infrared and RC-5 inputs. Its frequency response is 20 Hz to 20 kHz with minimal distortion and a high signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring accurate and clean playback. The KAV-280cd is praised for its sleek design, ease of use, and detailed, distortion-free sound reproduction, making it a sought-after player among audiophiles.
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