Esoteric K-01 CD / SACD Player / DAC; K01; Remote; VRDS NEO
Esoteric K-01 CD / SACD Player / DAC Highlights
Product: Esoteric K-01 CD / SACD Player / DAC; K01; Remote; VRDS NEO
Product SKU: 31727
Serial Number: 170012
Voltage: 120V
Cosmetic Description: 7/10 Good cosmetic condition with some minor visible cosmetic wear including light scratches and rub marks on the top edge of the front of the chassis and the left corner of the front faceplate, light scuffs and scratches on the top cover, and a few small marks on the sides. This item shows some wear consistent with its age but is still presentable and sounds wonderful.
What is Included: Player, Manual, Remote, Power cable, Factory packaging
Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age: Unknown
# of Owners: 1
Tobacco Exposure: No
Service History: None
MSRP: $19500
Other Notes: This unit does not have the K-01X USB upgrade available at http://www.esoteric-usa.com/USB-upgrade.php, and therefore exhibits connection and sound quality issues when used over USB with a Mac computer with an OS later than El Capitan.
"The K-01 delivers benchmark performance as a CD player, an SACD player, and a DAC for both S/PDIF and USB sources—all packaged in a flawlessly operating, elegantly hewn chassis. Its linestage, too, is a standout among DAC-based units. However, I suspect those looking at twenty-grand sources already have a more than satisfactory linestage. What they likely do not have is a CD player that sounds this good, an SACD player that sounds this good, a DAC that sounds this good, and a way to play USB audio that sounds this good. If I could choose just one source component for my system, the Esoteric K-01 would be it." - Alan Taffel, The Absolute Sound
Reviews: The Absolute Sound
The Audio Beat
Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the contiguous United States is a flat rate of $179- including packaging and insurance. For all other locations including Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Alaska, please request a quote prior to purchase. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. When factory packaging not available re-usable shipping box with custom injected-foam mold will be used. (for all items over 10 lbs). Note that all items valued over $750 will require a signature upon delivery.