{"title":"CD Players \u0026 Transports","description":"\u003cp\u003eCD players include onboard digital-to-analogue conversion for direct connection to an amplifier. CD transports supply a digital output for use with an external DAC or digitally equipped amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"quad-3-cdt","title":"QUAD 3 CDT","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe QUAD 3 CDT is a dedicated CD transport designed to read CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs and send a digital signal to an external DAC or compatible amplifier. Its high-precision shielded disc mechanism is managed by a custom servo-control system, while a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator provides the master clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn isolated power supply with low-noise regulation supports the transport's critical circuitry. Coaxial and optical digital outputs provide connection to a DAC, and a 12-volt trigger allows coordinated power control within a matching QUAD system. 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The CDT also plays WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC and APE files from compatible USB storage, with CD Text, gapless playback, a 4.3-inch colour display and remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"QUAD","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":53940315324692,"sku":null,"price":2895.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":53940315357460,"sku":null,"price":2895.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/9058\/9972\/files\/PlatinaCDTBlackStandard3_I.jpg?v=1788548562"},{"product_id":"nad-c-538-cd-player","title":"NAD C 538 CD Player","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NAD C 538 is a compact disc player with a reinforced transport, precision digital clocking and a dedicated analogue output stage. It plays CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs, including MP3 and WMA files recorded to compatible media.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnalogue RCA output is accompanied by coaxial and optical digital outputs for connection to an external DAC or receiver. Front-panel controls, a dimmable display and an included remote provide access to program, random and repeat playback.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53940530282772,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/9058\/9972\/files\/C-538-cdpalyer-Front.jpg?v=1788549847"},{"product_id":"nad-c-569-cd-player","title":"NAD C 569 CD Player","description":"\u003cp\u003eComing soon — NAD expects the C 569 to be available in late November 2026. Contact us for availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe C 569 gives your CD collection a dedicated place in the system. Its tray-loading transport, ESS Sabre DAC and included remote keep everyday listening simple, while CD-Text displays compatible album and track information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect its analogue output directly to your amplifier, or use the digital outputs with a separate DAC. NAD’s Dynamic Digital Headroom and QRONO d2a processing address digital overload and conversion without changing how you use the player.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67765942288660,"sku":null,"price":1199.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/9058\/9972\/files\/NADC569Front-2000x2000.jpg?v=1792699583"},{"product_id":"nad-c-589-cd-player","title":"NAD C 589 CD Player","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor a system built around a well-loved CD collection, the C 589 offers both balanced XLR and conventional RCA analogue connections. 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