Quad Audio and Hifi At Fanthorpes
Quad Platina CDT CD Transport
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Quad Platina CDT CD Transport
The Quad Platina CDT CD Transport represents a refined approach to digital playback, combining QUAD’s long-standing heritage with modern engineering precision. Designed as part of the latest Platina series, it delivers a focused, high-performance solution for audiophiles seeking exceptional signal accuracy and musical integrity. By dedicating itself purely to the role of a CD transport, the Platina CDT ensures that every aspect of its design is centred on extracting and delivering digital audio data with maximum precision.
The Quad Platina CDT CD Transport is available for demonstration in our Hull store by request.
Unlike conventional all-in-one players, the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport omits an internal DAC, allowing it to concentrate entirely on the accurate retrieval and transmission of digital signals. When partnered with a high-quality external DAC or a compatible amplifier such as the Platina Integrated, it forms the foundation of a highly capable digital front end, delivering a clean, stable and uncompromised signal path.
Dedicated CD Transport Design
As a purpose-built CD transport, the Quad Platina CDT focuses entirely on precision digital signal output. By removing onboard DAC circuitry, it ensures signal purity and allows users to pair it with their preferred high-performance DAC for a tailored HiFi system.
Precision Transport Mechanism
At the heart of the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport lies a custom-developed transport mechanism, engineered to provide smooth operation, reliable tracking and consistent error correction. This ensures that data is read from disc with minimal interference, preserving the integrity of the original recording.
TCXO Clocking Technology
Central to its performance is a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO), which maintains exceptional timing accuracy. By continuously compensating for temperature fluctuations, it significantly reduces jitter and ensures a more precise and stable digital signal.
Refined Audio Performance
The benefits of this advanced engineering are immediately audible, with improved clarity, enhanced spatial definition and a natural tonal balance. Music is presented with control and ease, preserving fine detail and timing for a more engaging listening experience.
USB Playback and Format Support
Beyond CD playback, the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport supports USB HDD playback, enabling direct access to digital music files. Compatible formats include FLAC, WAV, MP3, AAC, WMA and APE, ensuring flexibility for modern music collections.
Premium Design and Build
The Quad Platina CDT CD Transport reflects QUAD’s refined design philosophy, with clean lines, balanced proportions and premium materials. A centrally positioned IPS display provides clear feedback, while precision-machined aluminium controls deliver a tactile, high-quality user experience.
Seamless System Integration
Designed to work in harmony with the wider Platina range, the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport integrates effortlessly with the Platina Integrated amplifier and Platina Stream. Together, they create a complete high-fidelity system for CD playback, streaming and digital audio.
Why Choose the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport?
The Quad Platina CDT CD Transport offers a compelling combination of precision engineering, flexible playback and premium design. It is an ideal choice for audiophiles seeking a dedicated CD transport that delivers accuracy, stability and musical realism in a modern HiFi system.
Part Exchange Available
As you would expect from Fanthorpes hifi, we offer a generous part exchange against the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport. If you have any hifi that you wish to use as part payment then either call us on 01482 223096 or email us at shop@fanthorpes.co.uk, and we will give you a price to change. This is a fantastic and hassle-free way of making the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport more affordable.
Finance Available
Fanthorpes hifi can also offer buy now pay later on the Quad Platina CDT CD Transport, allowing you to spread or defer your payments over a year. If you are interested in taking advantage of our payment terms, email shop@fanthorpes.co.uk or call us on 01482 223096, and we will email an application form to you.
Quad Platina CDT CD Transport Specification:
- Dedicated CD Transport Design (CD/CD-R/CD-RW & data CD compatibility)
- Digital Output Interface: 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical
- Output Impedance: 75 Ω
- Digital Output Amplitude: 500 +/-50mVpp
- Frequency Response: -0.01 dB (20Hz–20kHz, ref. 1 kHz)
- Sampling Rates: 44.1 kHz (CD), 44.1–96 kHz (Data CD & USB HDD)
- Gapless Playback
- Supported File Formats: WAV, FLAC, APE, MP3, AAC, WMA
- USB HDD Playback
- USB File System Support: FAT16 / FAT32 / exFAT
- CD Text Display
- 4.3" 800 x 480 Full View IPS LCD Display
- Fully Functional Remote Control
- Low Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
- Build Quality: 10.9kg Net Weight
- Product Dimensions: 445 x 135 x 310mm
- Finish: Black / Silver
- Power Requirements: 100–240V ~ 50/60Hz
- Carton Dimensions: 500 x 225 x 445mm
- Gross Weight: 12.8kg
- Model: Platina CDT
- General Description: CD Transport
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