Model3 CD

Name: Softone Model3 CD
Brand: Softone

Softone

DigitalCD Players

Estimated price (community-sourced)

$165,000

About the Model3 CD

The Softone Model3 CD Transport is a dedicated CD transport unit designed for high fidelity audio playback. It uses a Philips professional CD drive mechanism to ensure precise and reliable reading of discs. The unit supports standard 12cm CDs, smaller 8cm CDs, and CD-R formats. It offers digital outputs including 75 Ohm SP/DIF (RCA) and Toslink Optical, providing versatile connectivity options for integration with DACs and audio systems. The frequency response is specified as 20Hz to 20kHz with a tolerance of -1.0 dB, ensuring accurate audio reproduction. The chassis dimensions are 300 mm width, 100 mm height, and 260 mm depth, with a weight of 7 kg. The Model3 is a specialized transport unit without an internal DAC, focusing on delivering pure digital signal output for audiophile setups. The retail price was approximately ¥165,000 including tax in Japan.

Specifications

Key Specifications

Frequency: 20-20000 Hz

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