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TEAC Audio VRDS-701T CD Transport

$3,299.99 USD

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Product Description

The TEAC VRDS-701T CD Transport is a commemorative model celebrating TEAC’s 70th anniversary, designed for audiophiles seeking pristine CD playback. It features a newly developed Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System (VRDS), which clamps CDs to an aluminum turntable to minimize rotational and mechanical vibrations, ensuring stable, error-free playback. Optimized for use with external DACs like the TEAC UD-701N, it supports MQA core decoding for 88.2 kHz output and, with a compatible DAC, full MQA decoding for studio-master quality. Dual high-capacity toroidal transformers and a semi-floating mechanism enhance audio clarity, while a 10 MHz clock input allows synchronization with external master clocks like the TEAC CG-10M-X. Housed in a robust chassis with vibration-damping pinpoint feet, the VRDS-701T draws from TEAC’s high-end Esoteric line, delivering precision and performance.

Key Features

VRDS Technology: TEAC’s proprietary Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System clamps CDs to an aluminum turntable, reducing rotation vibration and disc warping for precise optical axis alignment and minimal reading errors.
MQA Core Decoder: Outputs MQA-encoded CDs at 88.2 kHz; supports full MQA decoding when paired with a compatible DAC like the UD-701N for high-fidelity playback.
Dual Toroidal Transformers: Dedicated transformers for the digital control section and CD mechanism provide stable, low-noise power, mounted on a floating structure to reduce vibrations.
10 MHz Clock Input: BNC input enables synchronization with an external master clock (e.g., TEAC CG-10M-X), minimizing jitter for precise audio timing.
Semi-Floating Mechanism: CD drive mounted on a lightweight, one-sided bridge reduces unwanted resonance, enhancing audio quality.
Vibration Control: Steel pinpoint feet with play-based damping and uneven-length side fins for heat dissipation eliminate sympathetic vibrations.
Versatile Connectivity: Includes coaxial and optical digital outputs, RS-232 for home automation, and trigger in/out for power syncing with other TEAC components.
CD Compatibility: Supports audio CDs, CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA format), but not 8cm CDs.
Robust Build: Sturdy chassis with minimal screws and a floating transformer design ensures durability and vibration suppression.
Handcrafted Quality: Built with TEAC’s Esoteric-derived engineering, delivering professional-grade performance for audiophile setups.

Why Choose the TEAC VRDS-701T?

The VRDS-701T delivers a clean, accurate digital signal, ideal for audiophiles pairing it with high-end DACs to achieve a wide, dynamic soundstage for genres like jazz, classical, and rock. Its VRDS mechanism minimizes jitter and noise, ensuring precise CD playback, while MQA core decoding enhances compatibility with high-resolution formats. The external clock input and robust anti-vibration design make it a future-proof choice for synchronized systems, offering clarity and detail that rival analog sources. Compact yet powerful, it integrates seamlessly into high-fidelity setups, providing a refined, immersive listening experience with TEAC’s signature engineering excellence.

Product Specifications

Supported Media: Audio CD, CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA format, 8cm CDs not supported)
Digital Outputs: 1 coaxial (PCM up to 192 kHz/24-bit, DSD 2.8 MHz)
1 optical (PCM up to 96 kHz/24-bit, DSD 2.8 MHz)
Clock Input: 1 BNC (10 MHz, 50 ohms, TTL or 0.5–1.0 Vrms sine wave)
Trigger: 1 trigger input (3.5mm), 1 trigger output (3.5mm, 12V, 100 mA max)
Control: 1 RS-232 (9-pin D-sub) for home automation integration
Frequency Response: 5 Hz–80 kHz (+1/-3 dB, coaxial)
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.005% (1 kHz, coaxial)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >110 dB (1 kHz, coaxial)
Power Consumption: 16W (operating), <0.4W (standby)
Dimensions: 17.4" W x 4.4" H x 13.1" D (444 x 111 x 333 mm)
Weight: 24.5 lbs (11.1 kg)
Finish: Black, Silver