Musicnote CD-MU8 MK: Top-Loading CD Player with Tube Output Stage

Musicnote has launched the CD-MU8 MK compact disc player, succeeding the previous CD-MU8 model. This updated version features dual ES9038Q2M DAC chips from ESS Technology, with one chip dedicated to each audio channel. Additionally, the design...

Musicnote CD-MU8 MK
Musicnote CD-MU8 MK

Musicnote has launched the CD-MU8 MK compact disc player, succeeding the previous CD-MU8 model. This updated version features dual ES9038Q2M DAC chips from ESS Technology, with one chip dedicated to each audio channel. Additionally, the design incorporates low-noise OPA2604 operational amplifiers, which deliver markedly improved performance over the commonly utilized LME49720 and OPA2134 models. The player also utilizes Nichicon KG and KZ capacitors, along with MUSE capacitors.

Musicnote CD-MU8 MK CD Player

High-quality components enhance sound quality, providing remarkable high-frequency clarity, rich bass, and authentic midrange reproduction.

Musicnote CD-MU8 MK CD Player

The output stage of the Musicnote CD-MU8 MK compact disc player utilizes 6H3 tubes, delivering a warm and natural sound quality. This component features a volume control, enabling compatibility with both active speakers and a power amplifier.

Musicnote CD-MU8 MK CD Player

Specifications:

  • Optical Disc Formats: CD-DA
  • Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.5dB)
  • Signal to noise ratio: 110 dB
  • Dynamic range: 110 dB
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.0025%
  • Output signal level: 2.0 V
  • Inputs: digital coaxial, USB-B, Bluetooth
  • Outputs: Analog balanced XLR, analog unbalanced RCA, digital coaxial, digital optical
  • Size (W D): 430 x 110 x 330 mm
  • Weight: 12 kg