Audiolab 9000CDT CD Transport Precision Engineering for Audiophiles Audiolab introduces the 9000CDT CD Transport, a dedicated player engineered to deliver uncompromising digital playback. It features a high-precision optical system with a low-friction loading tray, ensuring smooth operation and minimal mechanical noise. The transport employs a read-ahead digital buffer to reduce disc-reading failures, allowing it to play scratched and damaged CDs that may be unreadable by conventional mechanisms. Superior Signal Integrity To maintain signal purity, the 9000CDT incorporates a differential line driver for its coaxial output and a high-accuracy crystal oscillator for the master clock. This design minimizes jitter, delivering a clean digital signal to your external DAC or amplifier. The transport is housed in an electromagnetically shielded enclosure with a dedicated power supply, further reducing interference and preserving audio fidelity. Versatile Digital Connectivity Beyond standard CD playback, the 9000CDT offers a USB Type-A port for direct playback of digital music files from compatible storage devices. It supports various formats, including WAV, AAC, WMA, and MP3, providing flexibility for diverse audio sources. The transport also features both coaxial and optical digital outputs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of audio equipment. Sleek Design and User-Friendly Interface The 9000CDT boasts a full-width, slim profile that complements the Audiolab 9000 series. Its 4.3-inch IPS LCD screen displays system settings, track information, and other details with clarity. The intuitive interface, combined with a robust aluminum chassis, ensures both aesthetic appeal and durability. Feature Specification Digital Outputs 1 × Coaxial (RCA), 1 × Optical (Toslink) USB Input 1 × USB Type-A Supported Audio Formats WAV, AAC, WMA, MP3 Frequency Response -0.01dB (20Hz–20kHz, ref. 1kHz) Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.002% Output Impedance 75Ω Sampling Rate 44.1kHz (48kHz files resampled) Standby Power Consumption < 0.5W Dimensions (W × H × D) 444 × 90 × 368 mm Net Weight 5.7 kg
