CD Player/Transport Reviews

Description: Single-chassis CD player with full-function remote control and digital (S/PDIF) input. D/A conversion: dual 20-bit Burr-Brown PCM1702 DACs. Digital filter: Pacific Microsonics PMD-100 HDCD decoder/filter. Outputs: one pair variable-level single-ended (RCA) analog, one pair variable-level balanced (XLR) analog (optional). Other: RS232 interface port. Frequency response: 5Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB. S/N Ratio (A-weighted): 104dB. Channel separation: 115dB. THD+Noise: 0.005%. Analog output voltage: 0–3V RMS single-ended, 2–6V RMS balanced. Analog output impedance: 50 ohms. Power consumption: 25W maximum.
Dimensions: 17" (430mm) W by 5" (130mm) H by 15.25" (390mm) D. Net weight: 18.25 lbs (8.3kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 0446.
Price: $1695; $2195 with optional balanced outputs (1998); no longer available (2007). CL-15 DMP configuration software: $99 for single-user license (1998); no longer available (2007). Approximate number of dealers: 140. Warranty: 2 years, limited.
Manufacturer: California Audio Labs, 113 Taylor Way, Blue Lake, CA 95525 (1998); no longer trading (2007).