Playback Designs MPS-3 CD/DAC - Mint/Perfect

Playback Designs MPS-3 full-function CD player / DAC. The MPS-3 is a slightly more modest version of the state-of-the-art Playback Designs MPS-5 that Stereophile's Michael Fremer used as his primary CD/SACD player. The MPS-3's transport plays redbook CD's only and uses a customized version of the Philips Pro 2 CD transport (super robust, the Pro 2 is made for digital gear used in radio stations). Digital inputs: USB, AES/EBU, RCA; Analog outputs: 1x balanced (XLR), 1x unbalanced (RCA); Support for DoP on all digital inputs; PCM input up to 384kHz and DSD up to 2x (will play Quad DSD with external Playback Designs D/D interface); Native DSD converter, dual differential. In perfect mechanical and cosmetic condition - 9 of 10 rating only because it is not new. Includes original shipping box, accessories' box, remote, owner's manual. Pricing reflects its performance, pedigree (i.e., designer Andreas Koch's special place in the digital world), rarity on the used market, and superb condition.