The Sony SCD-1 is a landmark reference SACD/CD player renowned for its exceptional engineering and musical fidelity. Built in 1999 and weighing an impressive 26 kg, it features a rigid aluminium chassis, a motorised top-loading mechanism with a robust steel disc stabiliser, and twin optical pickups dedicated to SACD and CD for optimum accuracy. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs are provided, alongside coaxial S/PDIF and AT&T optical digital outputs for CD playback. Performance is exemplary, with an ultra-wide frequency response, outstanding dynamics (over 105 dB for SACD), and vanishingly low THD at 0.0012% for both formats. Supplied in excellent, unmodified condition with original packaging and remote control, this SCD-1 is a superb choice for critical listening, mastering reference, or premium media playback where absolute precision matters. Experience authoritative low end, open midrange, and effortless high-frequency extension that showcases the full potential of SACD and red-book CD. Ideal for high-end listening rooms, studio reference playback, and archival CD review.
Includes
- Original packaging
- Remote control
STAGE22.2.100.000