Hi-Rez Disc Player/Transport Reviews

Description: SACD/CD/CD-R player with balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) line-level outputs, and external power supply. Digital inputs: S/PDIF on RCA and TosLink; both accept PCM from 32 to 96kHz. Digital outputs: S/PDIF on RCA, AES/EBU on XLR, optical (on ST connector); internal sample-rate converter to 96kHz; digital outputs do not function during SACD play. Power consumption: 50W. No other specifications provided.
Dimensions: Player: 19" W by 5 3/8" H by 15" D. Weight: 37 lbs. Power supply: 9½" W by 3¾" H by 15" D. Weight: 10 lbs.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 0290031.
Price: $12,000. Approximate number of dealers: 75.
Manufacturer: Classé Audio, 5070 François-Cusson, Lachine, Quebec H8T 1B3, Canada. Tel: (514) 636-6384. Fax: (514) 636-1428. Web: www.classeaudio.com.