Original CD-A8S CD Player
dorokusai
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Original CD-A8S CD Player - 9/10 - Silver - *SOLD* to Fossy
I've had this for a couple weeks and its been alot of fun. I happened to have a Cambridge 640C handy and between the two, I'd pick the Original, hands-down. I've also heard this unit against an Arcam Alpha 8SE and again, not a question. Original has been in the high fidelity market since 1999 and is a leading CDP manufacturer in China and most recently, abroad.
The Original A8T is the tubed version of this player and our resident Polkie, Organ posted a review of that model. You can give that a look and get some comments about the quality, although the units are totally different. The "T" stands for Tubed and the "S" for Super. I think it's moreso Solid State since the T model came a little later.
It's a noticeably, very well made unit.* Some of the standout features for me are the 1/4" aluminum faceplate, toroid transformer, billet RCA output jacks, machined feet with rubber isolation nodes, IEC power cable and the remote control. The remote control is over a 1/2lb(9.6oz) in weight and really makes you feel good.
The "Original" logo turns blue when the unit is on and its also stamped on top of the case. The transport action is tight and sounds very solid upon open/close. This is not just a drop-in Philips and it's apparent from the first time you press Open/Close.
*Check out the comments from the TAS article that I linked below.
Modified PHILIPS CAM12 laser pick up and CD-7 servo system for accurate laser pick up and fast track access.
.Burr-Brown PCM-1732 (24Bit/96KHz) D/A converter.
.Two Burr-Brown OPA604 and OPA5532.
.Original unique GOS digital processing technology.
.High efficiency toriod transformer with sealed metal enclosure.
.Six level precision D/A voltage stabilization circuit.
.Metal exterior and remote control.
.Output Level: < 2.00V
.Frequency Response: 20Hz~20kHz
.Distortion and Noise: 0.002%(-60dB)
.S/N Ratio: 95dB
.Dynamic Range: 97dB 102dB(HDCD)
.Digital Output: S/PDIF standard
.Power: 120/220VAC 50/60Hz
.Dimensions: 16.9X2.9X12.2(IN)
.Weight: 15.4lb
The unit is in mint condition with no flaws or operational issues. The remote control has a couple finish nicks on it but nothing that important.
The Absolute Sound - "A Look Inside the Chinese Audio Industry." - 2008
Positive Feedback Online - Review - 2006
Soundstage - Review - 2006
AAA Audio - US Distributor
All connections have been treated with CAIG Pro-Gold and it will be packed to withstand a nuclear blast. The original box and double box cover most of that task.
Includes: Original everything.
S063S8ADCO
I've had this for a couple weeks and its been alot of fun. I happened to have a Cambridge 640C handy and between the two, I'd pick the Original, hands-down. I've also heard this unit against an Arcam Alpha 8SE and again, not a question. Original has been in the high fidelity market since 1999 and is a leading CDP manufacturer in China and most recently, abroad.
The Original A8T is the tubed version of this player and our resident Polkie, Organ posted a review of that model. You can give that a look and get some comments about the quality, although the units are totally different. The "T" stands for Tubed and the "S" for Super. I think it's moreso Solid State since the T model came a little later.
It's a noticeably, very well made unit.* Some of the standout features for me are the 1/4" aluminum faceplate, toroid transformer, billet RCA output jacks, machined feet with rubber isolation nodes, IEC power cable and the remote control. The remote control is over a 1/2lb(9.6oz) in weight and really makes you feel good.
The "Original" logo turns blue when the unit is on and its also stamped on top of the case. The transport action is tight and sounds very solid upon open/close. This is not just a drop-in Philips and it's apparent from the first time you press Open/Close.
*Check out the comments from the TAS article that I linked below.
Modified PHILIPS CAM12 laser pick up and CD-7 servo system for accurate laser pick up and fast track access.
.Burr-Brown PCM-1732 (24Bit/96KHz) D/A converter.
.Two Burr-Brown OPA604 and OPA5532.
.Original unique GOS digital processing technology.
.High efficiency toriod transformer with sealed metal enclosure.
.Six level precision D/A voltage stabilization circuit.
.Metal exterior and remote control.
.Output Level: < 2.00V
.Frequency Response: 20Hz~20kHz
.Distortion and Noise: 0.002%(-60dB)
.S/N Ratio: 95dB
.Dynamic Range: 97dB 102dB(HDCD)
.Digital Output: S/PDIF standard
.Power: 120/220VAC 50/60Hz
.Dimensions: 16.9X2.9X12.2(IN)
.Weight: 15.4lb
The unit is in mint condition with no flaws or operational issues. The remote control has a couple finish nicks on it but nothing that important.
The Absolute Sound - "A Look Inside the Chinese Audio Industry." - 2008
Positive Feedback Online - Review - 2006
Soundstage - Review - 2006
AAA Audio - US Distributor
All connections have been treated with CAIG Pro-Gold and it will be packed to withstand a nuclear blast. The original box and double box cover most of that task.
Includes: Original everything.
S063S8ADCO
CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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Excellent player here guys. I have the A8T version which includes tube and SS output. The SS output on the A8S is the same as my A8T.
I've had my Rega since Jan or Feb and still can't let go of my Original. For the Price Doro is asking, you will NOT find a better player, period! The Original trashed and embarrassed a NAD cdp I have. -
Are the cables in the picture included?
"He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche -
Sure, but the cost would go up
Thanks Organ!CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint. -
You know, its time to move up the audio food chain....get rid of that boombox!CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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This is a communist free CDP and has never been tested on animals.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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Last drop then it's off to pasture.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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first owner ??? What made ya choose the Original over the cambridge ??
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Second owner. I chose the Original because it sounded better than the 640C....and the Cambridge had to be returned to its disgruntled owner.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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pm sent
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Dibs ---
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SOLD to the man in the yellow Speedo or cowboy hat.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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Hat & speedo :eek:
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dorokusai wrote:SOLD to the man in the yellow Speedo or cowboy hat.
HEY! I DID NOT buy this CDP! :eek:"Just because youre offended doesnt mean youre right." - Ricky Gervais
"For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who don't believe, no proof is possible." - Stuart Chase
"Consistency requires you to be as ignorant today as you were a year ago." - Bernard Berenson -
I didn't say Hawaiin shirt and driving a Ferrari Steve.....sheesh.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
