CD5.3 RS CD Player
The MOON CD5.3 Player is the perfect companion source component for either the i-5 Integrated Amplifier or any MOON Classic series preamplifier/amplifier combination. Improving on technologies from the legendary MOON Eclipse and borrowing from the Evolution series SuperNova, the CD5.3 incorporates highly advanced digital and analog circuitry. Raising the bar on the CD Red Book digital standard and producing an astonishing level of sonic performance with no equal in its price range, the CD5.3 will lead you to effortlessly rediscover your entire digital musical collection.
With features such as a large and easy-to-read display, an IR input for external control, optional balanced analog audio outputs, and a luxurious industrial build quality, the MOON CD5.3 will provide for many years of listening pleasure and hassle-free use.
Significant Design Features:
Separate digital and analog power supplies using two toroidal power transformers with eight stages of DC voltage regulation
BurrBrown BB1730E high-resolution 24-bit/192-kHz Digital-to-Analog Converter and 8X oversampling digital filter
Internal upsampling which uses 24-bit/352.8kHz processing
Philips based transport mechanism using in-house developed control software
Accurate 50PPM digital clocking system
Advanced analog signal path using a DC servo circuit and proprietary 6dB/octave analog filter
Pure copper circuit board tracings with extremely low impedance characteristics
IR input for external control
Separate digital and analog audio circuitry mounted on one circuit board, each with their own respective ground planes, which minimizes signal path lengths and eliminates any potential for interference and signal degradation
Extremely rigid chassis construction to minimize the effects of external vibrations
Accurate matching of the very finest high quality electronic components in a symmetrical circuit design
Designed to be powered up at all times for optimal performance
Low operating temperature to ensure a longer than normal life expectancy.
