{"title":"Rega CD Players","description":"\u003cp\u003eRega CD players are Rega's top-loading disc players, and this page holds every Rega CD player The Listening Room carries. Rega keeps a manual top-loading transport in place of a motorized tray, because trays wear, and the current model here is the iSiS Reference, the top of Rega's digital range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-isis-reference-cd-player\"\u003eiSiS Reference\u003c\/a\u003e sits in a 19 kg CNC-machined aluminum case (19.5 kg for the valve version) and comes in two versions, solid state or valve. Both share the transport, power supply and chassis, and they differ in the DAC and the analog output stage. Its disc analysis system sets up the laser for each disc, so it will often play marked or scratched discs that other players refuse. Separate transformers feed the digital and analog sections, and a USB input lets it play files from a computer through its own DACs, and it comes with a CNC-machined aluminum remote. The rest of a Rega system is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rega-amplifiers\"\u003eRega Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rega-phono-stages\"\u003eRega Phono Stages\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rega-isis-reference-cd-player","title":"Rega iSiS Reference CD Player","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Isis is the absolute pinnacle of Rega's engineering capabilities, a \"cost-no-object\" flagship designed to transform the CD medium into a high-fidelity experience that rivals the finest analog turntables. Housed in a massive, 19kg custom CNC-machined aluminum chassis, the Isis is built to isolate the delicate digital signal from any external vibration or interference. Whether you choose the precision of the \u003cstrong\u003eSolid State\u003c\/strong\u003e model or the organic richness of the \u003cstrong\u003eValve Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Isis offers a lifetime investment in musical reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlagship Build Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 19kg solid anodized aluminum case features Rega's proven manual top-loading design, kept in place of a motorized tray mechanism because those wear, ensuring mechanical stability and vibration control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligent Disc Analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e A unique system that initializes each disc individually, optimizing the laser’s focus, tracking, and beam size so it will often play marked or scratched discs that other players cannot read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Mono Power Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate 50 VA transformers for the digital and analog sections provide complete galvanic isolation, preventing noise from the digital servo from contaminating the sensitive audio signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGalvanically Isolated USB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a double-clocked USB input that allows you to stream digital audio files from a computer directly to the Isis’s reference DACs (16-bit 44.1\/48kHz).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a solid aluminum CNC-machined remote control and high-quality Rega Couple interconnects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRega K-Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes custom-designed smoothing capacitors and audio-grade electrolytic capacitors throughout the signal path for maximum dynamic headroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eChoose Your Sonic Signature\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile both versions share the same reference-grade digital transport, power supply architecture, and chassis, the heart of the machine, the \u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Output Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDAC Chipset\u003c\/strong\u003e, differs significantly to offer two distinct sonic experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOption 1: The Solid State Isis (Precision \u0026amp; Dynamics)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solid State model is designed for absolute transparency, speed, and dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe DAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses twin \u003cstrong\u003eBurr-Brown PCM1794\u003c\/strong\u003e converters running in a parallel dual-mono mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a fully discrete Class A operational amplifier and filter circuit. It eschews standard integrated chips in favor of a bespoke discrete design optimized for sonic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breathtakingly fast, clean, and punchy. It digs deep into the recording to retrieve the finest details with vanishingly low distortion (\u0026lt; 0.0013%), making it the choice for those seeking absolute neutrality and impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOption 2: The Valve Isis (Texture \u0026amp; Holography)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Valve model reimagines the output stage to bridge the gap between digital precision and the fluid soul of tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe DAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swaps the Burr-Browns for twin \u003cstrong\u003eWolfson WM8741\u003c\/strong\u003e converters, selected specifically for their differential output which naturally suits the valve topology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a differential valve stage using military-spec \u003cstrong\u003etriple-mica 5814A (ECC82\/12AU7)\u003c\/strong\u003e triodes driving an \u003cstrong\u003eECC88 (6DJ8\/6922)\u003c\/strong\u003e output buffer. This is followed by a passive Butterworth second-order LC filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers a rich, three-dimensional soundstage with the harmonic texture and body that only valves can provide. With a slightly higher, even-order harmonic profile, it offers a more organic, \"liquid\" presentation that is non-fatiguing and deeply emotional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. 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 width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSolid State Isis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eValve Isis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDAC Chipset\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin Burr-Brown PCM1794\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin Wolfson WM8741\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnalog Stage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Class A Op-Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve Differential (5814A \u0026amp; ECC88)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiltering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive Discrete Class A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Butterworth LC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHD + Noise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.0013%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically 0.06% (2nd Harmonic Dominant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTube Complement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 5814A (ECC82), 2x ECC88 (6DJ8)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.1 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.1 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutputs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e1x Balanced XLR, 1x RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Input Resolution\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e16-bit \/ 44.1kHz - 48kHz (Galvanically Isolated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e434 x 112 x 350 mm (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"iSiS","offer_id":42442257203296,"sku":"REGISIS","price":11995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Valve iSiS","offer_id":42442257236064,"sku":"REGVALVEISIS","price":12995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/valve-isis-intro.jpg?v=1765469706"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/collections\/valve-isis-intro.jpg?v=1792434733","url":"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/collections\/rega-cd-players.oembed","provider":"The Listening Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}