Accuphase DP-500

Presenting the Accuphase DP-500. A Redbook only CD player with both digital inputs and outputs, it can be used as transport or as a DAC unit.

Newly developed high-rigidity, high-precision CD drive. (In-house R&D)

The actual CD drive mechanism is firmly mounted to a strong metal frame. While weight plays an important role here, the traverse mechanism with laser is a consciously designed low-mass array, which also features and integrated RF amplifier for minimizing noise interferences. And the laser is supported respectively de-coupled from the main mechanism by four viscous damper feet. A braced metal hood covers the drive module and is thus taking care of additional stability.Very smooth and almost deliberate movement of the disk tray, which is made from extruded, anodized aluminium.

* MDS++type D/A converter (Multi Delta Sigma. The DAC utilise 4 Delta Sigma PCM 1796 converters driven in parallel)

* Jitter-free high-performance digital demodulator

* Direct Balanced Filter with separate analog low-pass filtering for balanced and unbalanced signal paths

* Two sets of digital inputs. (Great for connecting external source such as squeezebox for mp3 or lossless file)

* Two sets of transport outputs ( For individual to upgrade external DAC)

* Weight at 16.6kg . Incredible solid build. Heirloom quality

Purchased new from authorized dealer ( Apex Audio )

Selling because I upgraded to the DCS Rossini player and clock

The unit functions flawlessly

The price is lower than the Auidiogon average according to blue book value

Unit comes with original packaging, PC, Remote ( missing battery cover ) and a pair of Accuphase AL-10 RCA interconnects. ( regularly $120 )

I'm sorry I don't have any feedback. This is the first time I've listed anything on Audiogon or any site for that matter. I am a private owner and purchased this unit from Apex Audio Denver in 2007 or 2008 new. Carl Jerritts is the owner and he may have more details for you . I am recently divorced and the original invoice is in a file cabinet in my ex marital home. I have asked to see if its still there and have that scanned and emailed to me. If so I will include that on my listing.
The serial number is A7Y299. I believe you can call Accuphase and give them the serial number and they can tell you more information.

As far as credentials go? I am a dentist private practice owner for 20 yrs. You can visit my website and see the reviews . ( milehighdentistry.com )Thought this might give you an idea of the kind of professional I am. You can also get in contact with Don Krasen of Krystal Clear Audio. ( [email protected] ) I just purchased a couple of dcs Rossini products from one of his listings on this site.

Thanks for looking