Moon CD3.3 CD Player
The MOON CD3.3 Disc Player, companion source component for the i3.3 Integrated Amplifier, embodies many of the revolutionary technologies found in our highly acclaimed MOON disc players. The CD3.3 uses state-of-the-art digital and analog circuitry to produce astonishing sonic performance with no equal in its price range.
With features including a digital input for use with a PC, music server or stand-alone transport, optional balanced analog outputs, a fully customized CD transport mechanism, numerous interfaces for external control and a luxurious build quality, the MOON CD3.3 will provide for many years of listening pleasure and hassle-free use.
Significant Design Features:
Digital and analog power supplies using a toroidal power transformer
10 stages of DC voltage regulation
Proprietary CD drive system with in-house developed hardware and software
CD drive system mounted on our revolutionary M-Quattro gel-based 4-point floating suspension for vibration damping, allowing ambient and spatial cues in your recordings to come to life like never before
Internal upsampling with 24-bit/1.411MHz processing
BurrBrown PCM1798 high-resolution 24-bit/192kHz Digital-to-Analog Converter and 8x oversampling digital filter
S/PDIF Digital input for use as a digital-to-analog converter with either a digital music server or external transport
Very precise 25PPM digital clocking system
Advanced analog signal path using a DC servo circuit and proprietary 6dB/octave analog filter
Optional balanced differential analog outputs
Circuit board with pure copper tracings and gold plating that yields low impedance characteristics
SimLink controller port allows for 2-way communications between other compatible MOON components
RS-232 port for i) full unsolicited bidirectional feedback in custom installation setups and ii) firmware updates
IR input for external control
All digital and analog audio circuitry mounted on a single circuit board, each with their own respective ground plane, to minimize signal path lengths and eliminate any potential for interference and signal degradation
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
