The Pioneer PD-30AE is a compact disc player made for audiophiles who cherish the CD-Audio format. Its timeless design focuses entirely on delivering exceptional sound quality for CD playback. Housed in a sturdy metal casing with an anti-resonance chassis, the player features a robust aluminum front panel. A user-friendly fluorescent matrix display provides all the essential information regarding the player’s functions.
The Pioneer PD-30AE features a meticulously engineered Silent Drive transport mechanism that operates with minimal noise, specifically designed for optimal playback of CD-Audio discs. This transport is strategically positioned at the center of the player’s chassis, enhancing stability by minimizing vibrations and ensuring a well-balanced structure throughout the entire unit.
The Pioneer PD-30AE CD player is equipped with a high-quality 24-bit/192 kHz DAC and a precision master oscillator, ensuring minimal jitter for superior audio performance. It offers stereo RCA outputs along with digital outputs, allowing you to connect to an external converter for enhanced sound quality and greater flexibility in your Hi-Fi system setup. Additionally, when paired with compatible devices like a Pioneer media player, the player can be controlled externally, enabling you to manage the Pioneer PD-30AE Silver conveniently through the streamer’s mobile app.
The power supply unit of the Pioneer PD-30AE player is equipped with a robust network transformer that ensures ample power reserve while minimizing electrical interference. The analog output stages of the Pioneer PD-30AE are crafted with carefully chosen audiophile-grade components. A standout feature that many users will appreciate is the inclusion of a premium built-in headphone amplifier. This allows for enjoyable CD listening even without a Hi-Fi system or during late-night sessions without disturbing others.
Pioneer PD-30AE Specifications
- Playback of CD-Audio, CD-R/RW,
- Supported formats MP3, WMA, WAV
- DAC 24 bit / 192 kHz
- Frequency range 4 Hz – 20 kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio 107 dB
- Dynamic range 100 dB
- Harmonic distortion factor 0.0028%
- Outputs coaxial, optical, analog RCA, headphones
- Additional switching input and output for external control system
- Output signal 2.0 V RMS / 540 Ohm
- Power consumption 12 W, Standby 0.2 W
- Dimensions (W x H x D) 435 x 103 x 298 mm
- Weight 5.3 kg
Price: $360
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How much?
Hi Magdy, the price is approx $360
Which type of DAC chip? It’s very important