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Each product reflects their passion for music and dedication to producing equipment that delivers both sonic excellence and visual beauty. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDesign and Build Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Unico CD Due features a sleek design that complements the Unico 150 and Unico 90 amplifiers, with a distinctive three-fold faceplate, white LED indicators, and a clear OLED display. The display can be turned off for a distraction-free listening experience. Built with a metal chassis and a shielded CD mechanism, the CD Due is designed to reduce vibrations and ensure long-lasting durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSound Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sound quality of the CD Due is defined by its hybrid tube output stage. Using four ECC83 tubes in a totem pole configuration, the unit combines the warm, engaging sound of tubes with the dynamic performance of solid-state technology. High-quality Wima and Mundorf capacitors further enhance clarity and reduce noise, providing a balanced, immersive listening experience suitable for various music genres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eConnectivity and Versatility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Unico CD Due is equipped with a wide range of digital inputs, including USB, coaxial S\/PDIF, balanced AES\/EBU, optical Toslink, and a built-in Bluetooth receiver for wireless streaming from smartphones, tablets, and computers. These inputs make it easy to connect the CDDue to nearly any digital audio source, from standard CDs to high-resolution digital files. The CDDue also offers both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs for flexible integration with different audio systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Digital Processing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe CD Due uses the ESS Sabre ES9018K2M DAC chip, known for its high signal-to-noise ratio of 128 dB and low distortion of 0.0003%. An FPGA processor enhances the responsiveness and functionality of the digital section, providing better handling of audio data. 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Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGeneral \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Dimension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118 × 420 × 355 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChassis Size Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 × 420 × 340 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer’s Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium and steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMineral grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote, power cord, instructions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToulouse, Occitania region, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eElectronic Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC socket, 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsumption (Stand-by)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.5 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsumption (Normal Operation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 40 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Voltages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+240 V stabilised \/ -240 V stabilised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 V DC (regulated voltages referenced to ground)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSampling Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e768 kHz (upsampler: AKM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 bits (converter: ROHM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog – RCA sockets for coaxial cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandwidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Hz – 20,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Impedance (Output)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 50 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFor 0 dB: 2.28 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Kora High Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":42326919938144,"sku":"KORACD140BL","price":8499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/CD140-300x157.jpg?v=1758969745"},{"product_id":"audia-flight-cd-three-s-cd-player","title":"Audia Flight CD Three S CD Player","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Audia Flight CD Three S is a dedicated CD player built in Italy with the same obsessive engineering that defines the Three S line. Twin toroidal transformers (58VA analog, 36VA digital) feed fully separated power supplies, while a Class A discrete current feedback output stage and ESS SABRE ES9026PRO 32-bit DACs handle signal conversion with a 126dB dynamic range. This is disc playback done right, with no shortcuts and no shared circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESS SABRE ES9026PRO 32-bit DACs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven selectable digital filters for PCM signals let you fine-tune the sonic character to your preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Toroidal Transformers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate 58VA (analog) and 36VA (digital) transformers eliminate cross-contamination between stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass A Discrete Output Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Current feedback topology delivers low distortion and wide bandwidth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Single-Speed CD Drive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built transport mechanism for precise disc reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue OLED Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, readable status information on a 10mm-thick machined aluminum front panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced and Unbalanced Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e XLR and RCA connections with 2.5Vrms maximum output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Digital Input Board:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds five digital inputs including asynchronous USB supporting 32-bit\/384kHz PCM and DSD512\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Aluminum Remote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Color-matched to front panel finish (silver or black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eITALIAN ENGINEERING, NO COMPROMISE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudia Flight builds every unit in Italy with hand-selected components and meticulous assembly. The CD Three S shares its design philosophy with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-three-s-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eThree S Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e, making them a natural pairing. The fully isolated analog and digital power supplies mean the transport mechanism and DAC stage never compete for clean power, and the Class A output stage ensures the signal stays pure from laser to output jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eEXPAND WITH THE DIGITAL INPUT BOARD\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional \u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-digital-input-board-for-flight-cd-three-s\"\u003eDigital Input Board\u003c\/a\u003e transforms the CD Three S into a full digital hub. It adds an XLR AES\/EBU input, coaxial S\/PDIF, two optical inputs, and an asynchronous USB connection capable of 32-bit\/384kHz PCM and native DSD512. If you want a single chassis handling both disc playback and external digital sources, this is the way to do it. For vinyl enthusiasts, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-flight-phono-board\"\u003eThree S Add-On Phono Board\u003c\/a\u003e pairs with the integrated amplifier to complete an all-Audia Flight system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTHE LISTENING ROOM DIFFERENCE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on trust, not hype. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. 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