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Jay's Audio CDT3-MK3 CD Transport

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Original price $4,998.00 (12% Off Est. Retail)
Original price From $4,399.00
Original price $4,998.00 (12% Off Est. Retail)
Current price $4,399.00
From $4,399.00
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Supported Formats: Redbook CD, CD-R, CD-RW. The Jay’s Audio CDT3-MK3 is a flagship, top-loading CD transport built for uncompromising performance. Weighing 22kg, its heavy aluminum chassis houses a proprietary tuned Philips CDPro2-LF mechanism with mechanical isolation. It utilizes an ultra-precision Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator (OCXO) for near-zero jitter, 10MHz clock input/output, and five Talema transformers with a 150,000uF capacitor bank. Outputs include AES/EBU, Coaxial, BNC, and I2S (HDMI/RJ45), with a toggle for native or 176.4kHz upsampling.

Reviewers praise this transport for its ultra-low noise floor, liquid analog flow, and massive dynamic slam. Critics note that it eliminates digital edge, creating a vast, holographic soundstage where speakers vanish. While exceptionally smooth and rich out of the box, listeners find that proper vibration control unlocks breathtaking speed and articulation. Audiophiles report that its detail resolution and timbral accuracy easily rival or exceed much more expensive digital servers and vinyl setups.

For the music lover with an extensive disc collection, this represents a true end-game playback source. Jay’s Audio has stockpiled these legendary, out-of-production Philips laser mechanisms, ensuring your investment is protected for the long haul. It injects physical media with a level of density and emotional realism that streaming simply cannot replicate, making it the definitive centerpiece to unlock the true potential of your digital library.
Brand Jay's Audio
Type Disc Players
MSRP $4,998.00
SKU # 96065
Serial # VS010092
Cosmetic Rating

8 - Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some tiny marks on the top and sides of the chassis. Despite these minor blemishes, this transport still looks great and has been well cared for.

Functional Notes

Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.

Age Unknown
Owners 1
Service History None

CD Transport, CD Clamp, Remote, Power Cable, Factory Packaging

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