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CDP-XA1ES
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About the CDP-XA1ES
The Sony CDP-XA1ES is a vintage audiophile-grade compact disc player released in 1995. It features a CXD8505Q digital converter and a KSS-240A CD mechanism, delivering a frequency response from 2Hz to 20kHz and a dynamic range of 99dB. The player offers a signal-to-noise ratio of 108dB, channel separation of 103dB, and very low total harmonic distortion of 0.0027%, ensuring clean and natural sound reproduction. It includes line outputs with 2V output level, optical digital output, and a headphone jack with volume control. The unit measures 430 x 110 x 295 mm, weighs 3.8 kg, and comes with a remote control. It is noted for its very clean, natural sound and excellent imaging, though it is sensitive to cable quality. The player is no longer manufactured but remains highly regarded among vintage audiophile CD players.
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