Key Features
- Custom CD servo
- Independent clock design that tightens timing and enhances focus
- Isolated digital pathways reduce noise for purer signals
- Robust processing keeps discs running smoothly and accurately
- Wide format support so you enjoy more of your collection
Quad 3 CDT CD Transport CD Player, Silver Overview
The QUAD 3CDT is designed for listeners who want reliable, focused CD playback at the highest standard. You get a transport built to read every disc with care, thanks to its precision mechanism and a custom servo system that reduces errors before they reach your DAC. This helps you hear your favourite albums with greater clarity, because the signal stays clean from the moment it leaves the disc.
A temperature-controlled master clock sits at the heart of the unit. It keeps timing stable, so you notice tighter imaging and natural-sounding transients. QUAD also isolates key digital circuits, separating the motor and laser operation from the decoder. That way, your DAC receives a steadier data stream, which can really help it perform at its best. And with support for CD-R, CD-RW, and data discs containing FLAC, WAV, WMA, MP3, and APE files, you can enjoy a wide mix of music without changing your setup.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionAccurate And Reliable Disc Transport
The QUAD 3CDT uses a precision CD transport with a custom servo system to read discs accurately, even when they are older or heavily used. Its laser assembly and servo control are tuned to minimise jitter and read errors so the outgoing digital signal stays stable. By protecting data integrity at this stage, your DAC receives cleaner information to work with, which can improve clarity, timing and low level detail. The smooth running mechanism also keeps noise down, supporting relaxed, consistent listening sessions. This helps every disc sound more confident.
Stable Clocking For Cleaner Sound
At the heart of the QUAD 3CDT is a temperature controlled crystal oscillator that provides a dependable master clock for the servo and decoding stages. This keeps the SPDIF output timing consistent, which can support tighter stereo imaging, cleaner transients and a more natural sense of flow. Separate power rails for the motor, laser and decoder help limit interference between noisy and sensitive stages. An ultra low noise linear regulator feeds the clock, helping your DAC receive a stable, predictable digital data stream. Listening feels calmer, more assured and engaging.
Compact Design
The QUAD 3CDT features a compact chassis that matches the styling of the QUAD 3 amplifier, so your system looks neat and coordinated on the shelf. Its internal transport is physically and electrically shielded to reduce vibration and stray noise, helping the unit run quietly while protecting the signal path. Format support runs from standard CDs through CD R and CD RW to data discs carrying FLAC, WAV, WMA, MP3 or APE files, so you can keep more of your library on one device. Everyday use feels simple and convenient.
What's in the Box?
- QUAD 3CDT
- IEC mains cable with regional plug
- Remote control
- QUAD 3CDT user manual
- AAA batteries x2
Specifications
| Model | QUAD 3CDT |
|---|---|
| General Description | CD transport |
| Design Philosophy and Core Technology | Compatible with CD / CD-R / CD-RWIlluminated display10.9 × 159 mm large full-view LCD screenRemote control functionality |
| Digital Output Amplitude | 500 ± 50 mVpp |
| Output Impedance | 75 Ω |
| Frequency Response | -0.01 dB (20Hz–20kHz, ref 1 kHz) |
| Sampling Rate | 44.1 kHz |
| Digital Output Interface | 1 × Coaxial, 1 × Optical |
| Standby Power Consumption | <0.5W |
| Power Requirements | 220–240V 50/60Hz100–120V 50/60Hz |
| Product Size (W × H × D) | 300 × 300 × 101 mm |
| Carton Size (W × H × D) | 420 × 366 × 215 mm |
| Net Weight | 5.37 kg |
| Gross Weight | 7 kg |
| Product Code | Quad 3-CDT |
| EAN | 6976522469868 |
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