CDP-777

About the CDP-777

The Sony CDP-777 (also known as CDP-X777ES) is a high-end stereo compact disc player manufactured by Sony between 1991 and 1992 in Japan. It features a robust build with an aluminum front panel and exotic wood side panels (removable), weighing approximately 17 kg. The player uses a KSS-281A laser mechanism and dual CXD2552BQ digital converters. It supports CD, CD-R, and CD-RW playback but does not support CD Text or MP3 formats. The unit offers multiple outputs including fixed and variable RCA line outputs, balanced XLR outputs, and digital coaxial and optical outputs. It employs Sony's Super Strategy error correction with Cross Interleave Reed Solomon code for reliable playback. Key audio specifications include a frequency response of 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.3 dB), dynamic range over 100 dB, signal-to-noise ratio above 118 dB, total harmonic distortion under 0.0015% at 1 kHz, and channel separation exceeding 110 dB. Additional features include a 99 music delete shuffle function, program play of up to 20 tracks, repeat and shuffle modes, and a remote control (model RM-D994 or RM-D992). Power consumption is about 27-30 watts. Dimensions are approximately 470 mm width, 125 mm height, and 375 mm depth. The CDP-777 is regarded as a true bestseller in Sony's X7 series, known for its copper stack construction and high-quality sound performance.