TEAC Audio
Pay Over Time
Split your purchase into easy payments.
Fast approval with Klarna.
Select Klarna at checkout to split your purchase into smaller payments.
Features
A newly-developed VRDS mechanism is used for the CD drive
MQA core decoding function
S/PDIF (optical/coaxial) digital outputs
10MHz external clock input
Dedicated toroidal core transformers for the digital output and CD drive circuits
Video
What's in the Box?
Warranty
The VRDS-701T is a commemorative CD transport model that celebrates TEAC’s 70th anniversary. Utilizing our newly-developed VRDS mechanism, it can maximize the true capabilities of a system when used in combination with a DAC.
Newly-developed VRDS mechanism
Starting with a drive we developed that has a long record of use in broadcast applications, we added VRDS technologies, which are part of our TEAC legacy.
Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System (VRDS)
This TEAC-original CD drive mechanism reduces rotation vibration of the disc itself as well as unwanted mechanism vibration by clamping the CD to an aluminum turntable with the same diameter and maximizing inertial mass in order to stabilize rotation. Servo current is reduced with the turntable by correcting disc warping and distortion and improving the relative optical axis precision of the pickup and disc pit side. This realizes reduced disc reading errors and outstanding audio quality.
Bridge section supports the VRDS
For the bridge that supports the turntable, we carefully selected lightweight materials that are very rigid and do not transmit vibration. By naturally settling vibrations quickly, we have realized a wide, dynamic sound. The bridge, which has a torus structure made of resin, is only fixed on one side, and propagation of vibration from the CD mechanism to the opposite side through the bridge is suppressed, so the entire mechanism minimizes unwanted sympathetic vibrations.
Semi-floating mounting
The entire CD mechanism is mounted on the sub-chassis in a semi-floating state. By controlling the transmission of vibrations between the CD mechanism and the chassis, the impact of sympathetic vibrations is abated, and natural playback sound is realized throughout the frequency range. By isolating motor vibrations from the main chassis, sympathetic vibrations within the chassis are prevented. At the same time, the CD mechanism is also isolated from external vibrations. Reading precision is also increased by isolating the CD mechanism from external vibrations.
Enhanced digital output
By eliminating the DAC function, the internal circuitry has been optimized for digital output. We have pursued higher audio quality by, for example, using larger components that did not fit in more limited space.
MQA CDs can be played back using the built-in MQA core decoder
The VRDS-701T has a built-in MQA core decoder and can digitally output MQA CDs at 88.2 kHz . Moreover, when used together with a DAC that has an MQA rendering function, playback using MQA full decoding is also possible.
10MHz external clock input
The 10MHz clock input allows synchronization with an external clock. In addition to improving audio quality during playback with the VRDS-701T, this also enables synchronization of the entire system with a clock generator.
Power supply enhanced using 2 high-capacity toroidal core transformers
Independent high-capacity toroidal core transformers are dedicated to the digital control section and the CD mechanism. These 2 high-capacity toroidal core transformers enable current to be supplied with greater stability.
Thorough design for vibration control
Power transformers, which tend to generate vibration, are mounted on a floating structure, separating and isolating them from the bottom panel. The side fins for heat dissipation have been tailored so that each one has a different length in order to eliminate sympathetic vibrations.
Three supporting pinpoint feet made of machined steel with a unique structure
The circuit board attachment screws have been kept to a minimum. Furthermore, steel pinpoint feet that use an original TEAC design with a new structure to provide a suitable amount of play in the connection between them and the bottom panel, are employed to thoroughly control vibrations that could affect audio quality.
Features
- CD transport for use in combination with an external DAC that has a digital input
- A newly-developed VRDS mechanism is used for the CD drive
- MQA core decoding function
- S/PDIF (optical/coaxial) digital outputs
- 10MHz external clock input
- Dedicated toroidal core transformers for the digital output and CD drive circuits
Control connectors enable coordinated use with other devices
RS-232C is present for integration with popular control systems, and trigger input and output connectors enable power coordination with other devices.
TEAC's CD Transport Lineup: Review of VRDS-701T, VRDS-701 & PD-505T
Read Time: Approx. 10 min.
In Depth Comparison of 2 TEAC CD Transports vs. the VRDS-701 CD Player & USB DAC
CDs are back! Yep you read that right, CDs are hip again.
It's time to blow the dust off your beloved CD collection because audiophiles have made CD transports hip again! Yep, CD transports are back and we're comparing two TEAC CD transports, the VRDS-701T and PD-505T vs the VRDS-701 CD Player — Let's get to it!
TEAC CD Player Comparison: VRDS-701, VRDS-701T & PD-505T
TEAC VRDS-701 CD Player, USB DAC Unboxing
"Who said CDs are dead? In a lot of cases, I prefer the sound of a well-designed CD Transport over music streaming. Vibration is a huge enemy when it comes to maintaining a stable CD Transport and preventing tracking errors on the drive. The VRDS transport mechanism is among if not the best in the business — Used by many of the top brands out there. TEAC continues to push the boundary of performance at a very fair price point, thanks to the trickle-down technology from parent company Esoteric. Can't afford Esoteric? No problem, I could easily live with a Teac CD Player or Transport for the rest of my life!!"
Design
Starting with design, all three of these units have a similar look — A Matte black chassis with two handles that I will assume are to help safely move the unit and three supporting steel pinpoint feet that provide a stable placement. This is a TEAC original design that they say controls vibrations that could affect audio quality. They also all have a display screen, CD tray, on/off switch, and several command buttons like pause/play, stop, and menu.
Priced at $1,399 the PD-505T CD Transport is the smallest unit in this lineup at almost half the size and weight of the VRDS-701T Transport. The PD-505T has an entire metal enclosure making it resistant to external noise and the intrusion of electromagnetic noise from computers and other devices. Thanks to the unit's small form factor you can place it on a desk, side table, and any other small spaces.
The front panel of the PD-505T has six command buttons for the menu, ejecting the CD tray, track skipping, pause/play, and stop. The back panel features a coaxial RCA output and optical output, clock sync input, and power input.
As mentioned earlier, the VRDS-701T CD Transport, which goes for $2,699, is larger than the PD-505T at 22 pounds. It's got a smaller display screen than the PD-505T but its larger front panel makes room for more command buttons. On the VRDS-701T you'll find the following buttons: A CD tray ejection, pause, play, and stop button, a menu button, a play mode button, a repeat button, as well as a track skipping knob. On the back panel is a coaxial and optical output, clock sync input, a trigger input and output, RS232 control and USB firmware port, and power input.
At $3,799.99 the VRDS-701 is the ultimate all-in-one high-quality unit with a CD Player and USB DAC. It's almost the same size as the VRDS-701T but it's the heaviest unit at 26 pounds. On the front panel is a stop, play and pause button. As well as a menu button, source button, and play mode button. There's also a track skipping knob, volume knob, and 6.3mm headphone output. It's the only unit capable of audio playback thanks to its internal DAC and internal headphone amp. The back panel of the unit features an analog XLR output and RCA output, a USB type-C input, a coaxial input, an optical input, and a clock sync input. There's also a coaxial and optical output as well as a trigger output and power input.
Back panel of the TEAC PD-505T
Back panel of the TEAC VRDS-701T
Back panel of the TEAC VRDS-701
Sound
Let's talk about the sound quality. The PD-505T and VRDS-701T are dedicated CD transports. They have no internal DAC, headphone amplifier, volume control, or headphone jacks so we've paired them with the TEAC UD-701N Headphone Amplifier & USB DAC with the TEAC CG-10M Master Clock. The VRDS-701 is an all-in-one unit with an internal DAC and headphone amplifier.
The VRDS-701 and UD-701N both use TEAC's Delta Sigma discrete DAC so sonically both units sound practically the same. The reason I say this is there is a preamp stage in the UD-701N that may make a small difference between the two units with RCA/XLR outputs. The PD-505T and VRDS-701T were connected to the UD-701N as the source unit and I listened in a single-ended output.
The Delta Sigma discrete DAC delivers a sound that's wide and organic with plenty of detail and a nice dynamic range. I paired the units with the Meze Empyrean Headphones and our Silver Dragon Headphone Cable. Given that the UD-701N and VRDS-701 use the same DAC I didn't hear any noticeable differences when I compared the two CD transports to the VRDS-701.
Pictured: TEAC PD-505T CD Transport (Top) & TEAC VRDS-701T CD Transport (bottom)
Pictured: TEAC VRDS-701 CD Player with Meze Empyrean Headphones & Moon Audio Silver Dragon Premium Headphone Cable
If I'm being honest I can't say that I've listened to a CD since I got my first iPod over a decade ago so I was utterly shocked to hear some of my childhood favorites in breathtaking fidelity. Details I hadn't heard before were suddenly brought to the front and there wasn't any added warmth to the sound that negatively colored it. I want to reiterate that these sound impressions are from the Delta Sigma discrete DAC in the VRDS-701 vs. UD-701N that drove the PD-505T and VRDS-701T transports. The CD Transports do not have coloration. The addition of an external clock corrected any timing errors with the transports and added an airiness to the sound but did not drastically impact it.
So let's shift focus and briefly talk about the VRDS-701. With multiple source modes and a built-in CD player, I was able to listen to the same songs on a CD then stream them via USB. Sonically, the VRDS-701's CD player and the two CD transports delivered the same great sound with no degradation in quality between the three units. The sound differences between the VRDS-701's USB mode and CD mode were subtle. In USB mode everything was slightly elevated. A little more detail, dynamics, and so on. If you blind tested the two modes it would take a well-trained ear to notice any differences. Mind you, this is when the streamed songs are being played in CD quality — If you were to stream the hi-res version of a song and then listened to the CD version you're going to notice some changes.
So if you're seeking a borderline analytical sound with some nice bottom-end presence then you'll enjoy the VRDS-701. The main differences between these units lie in their features, technology, and ergonomic scenarios which we'll jump right into!
Poker Face; LoveGame; Starstruck
by Lady Gaga
(The Fame)
I'm Gonna Getcha Good! Ain't No Particular Way; Ka-Ching!
by Shania Twain
(Up! Green Version)
Bohemian Rhapsody; Another One Bites The Dust; Fat Bottomed Girls; Crazy Little Thing Called Love
by Queen
(Queen Greatest Hits I & II)
My Church; 80s Mercedes
by Maren Morris
(Hero)
Technology & Features
Earlier, I briefly mentioned that the PD-505T and VRDS-701T are dedicated CD Transports, meaning you will need to externally connect a DAC and headphone amp to the units. The VRDS-701T has been specifically optimized for digital output and TEAC recommends the UD-701N USB DAC Network Player as the ultimate companion for the VRDS-701T. This is only a pairing suggestion by TEAC, the VRDS-701T can be used with any DAC and integrated into any system.
The PD-505T, VRDS-701T, and VRDS-701 all have a 10MHz external clock input allowing users easy integration with systems that are synced using an external clock. The PD-505T has dedicated power supplies for the OLED display, CD drive and microcomputer circuit, as well as the audio circuit. Toroidal core transformers are used for the power supplies. The unit can play CD-R/CD-RW discs that are in audio CD format and the unit has a crystal-oscillator-based internal clock that accurately reproduces the original sound stored on the CD. You can pair the PD-505T with a TEAC reference 500 series DAC, as well as any external DAC of your choosing.
The VRDS-701T features TEAC's latest VRDS technology. VRDS stands for Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System (VRDS) which reduces the rotation vibration of the disc as well as unwanted mechanism vibration by clamping the CD to an aluminum turntable with the same diameter and maximizing inertial mass in order to stabilize rotation. In short, this technology ups the game, going to all lengths to reduce the potential of any jitter and noise. Two high-capacity toroidal core transformers are dedicated to the VRDS-701T's digital control section and CD mechanism, and the unit has a built-in MQA decoder. When paired with the UD-701N MQA full-decoding is possible.
Pictured: Diagram of TEAC proprietary VRDS Technology featured in the TEAC VRDS-701T and TEAC VRDS-701
Pictured: TEAC VRDS 701T CD Transport
The VRDS-701 is the most technology and feature-rich unit in this lineup. Just like the VRDS-701T, it also features the VRDS technology from TEAC. The VRDS-701 has independent left and right toroidal core transformers for the circuity from the power supply through the D/A converter section to the analog output stage. There are also independent high-capacity toroidal core transformers for the CD mechanism and digital control section.
The inclusion of TEAC QVCS technology enables the VRDS-701 to be connected directly to a power amplifier. QVCS, which stands for Quad Volume Control System is an analog gain amp-type attenuator with a fully balanced structure that prevents discrepancies between left and right channels at low volumes. The USB type-C port on the back of the VRDS-701 enables users to connect the unit to a computer with USB and use it as a USB DAC. Dedicated TEAC software allows users to play high-resolution audio sources up to 22.5MHz DSD or 384kHz/32-bit PCM from Windows and Mac computers. Digital audio data can be transmitted with certainty under the best conditions when connected using a USB cable.
The VRDS-701 has a high-precision dual clock that supports 44.1kHz for CD playback and 48khz for playing files from a computer when used as a USB DAC. There's also a fully-balanced transmission of the left and right analog output signals from D/A conversion to the final output stage that helps improve the signal-to-noise ratio and extend the dynamic range.
Dragon Audio Cables
[Black Dragon Coax Digital Cable, Blue Dragon Power Cable, Silver Dragon USB Cable]
Let's talk audio cables because your new TEAC setup will need some. At Moon Audio our Dragon Audio Cables are handcrafted daily in our Cary, NC headquarters with the highest standards and made to order according to your specific needs. We'll create a custom cable for you using the highest quality UP-OCC silver or copper conductors that can be manufactured. When you're spending upward of $5,000 on a new piece of gear I imagine the last thing on your mind is all the accessories you've got to buy to go with it.
So for these CD Transports, our Black Dragon Coax Digital Cable with 75 Ohm impedance and RCA connectors was used to link the CD Transports to the UD-701N Headphone Amp and USB DAC.
To power each TEAC unit we used our Blue Dragon Power Cable. The durability of our power cable will withstand many variations of your everchanging audiophile setup and its double shielding will help ward off all outside interference. Our Black Dragon Coax Digital Cable with 50 Ohm impedance and BNC connectors connected both TEAC CD Transports to the TEAC CG-10M Master Clock, providing a stable connection free of interference. And lastly, we use our Silver Dragon USB Cable to compare the VRDS-701's streaming and CD data transfer.
I opted to pair the Meze Empyrean Headphones with our Silver Dragon Premium Headphone Cable. Each of our Dragon Audio Cables has its own sound signature and the Silver Dragon adds clarity and detail to your headphones with breathtaking resolution. If that sounds like something you'd enjoy then the Silver Dragon is a great choice, but it's all up to preference so you can't go wrong with any of our Dragon Audio cables. If you want more bottom-end weight then opt for the Black Dragon Premium, or if you want the most neutral sound without any coloration, give our Blue Dragon Premium Cable a try. Our Premium headphone cable line offers the same quality construction as our standard Dragon cables, but with extras like Premium Mundorf solder and premium rhodium-plated Furutech connectors that look and feel great while you listen.
I used a Dragon Premium Cable with a 6.3mm connector but you can customize the cable length and connector options to fit your setup. We're flexible and we love to offer our customers the ability to customize their cables — So if you're not sure what connector you need or which dragon sound signature suits you best, we're always here to help!
Generally, stock audio cables are manufactured with subpar materials, metals with impurities, poor geometries, and an overabundance of layers to make them look and feel like a fire hose. Inconsistency and lack of quality control in stock cables can lead to poor sound quality and a veiled sound vs. what the musician intended for you to hear and feel from the music. Dragon Audio Cables are handcrafted with the highest standards and made to order according to your specific needs. At Moon Audio, we create a custom cable for you using the highest quality UP-OCC silver or copper conductors that can be manufactured. UP-OCC metals are void of impurities and are optimized for signal transfer and sound quality. We have one of the largest collections of audio and headphone connection options available online and we create limitless audio cable options depending on your specific gear and needs.
Why Dragon Cables?
You’ve heard the saying that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link, right? Well, the same applies to your brand new audiophile-grade headphone or other high-end audio components. The weakest link, in this case, is your stock audio cable or the cheap interconnects the manufacturer threw in the box just to get you up and running. Why is the audio cable always an afterthought, when it’s just as important as the rest of your system? At Moon Audio, we use the purest and best raw materials in our cables to unveil your music. We believe that materials matter and your audio cables should have the same care and craftsmanship that manufacturers put into their audio components and headphones. Audio cables are ultimately the connection to your music. The fact remains that cabling is often considered the last priority to that of the main product and a means to cut down the overall production costs. It’s as simple as that. Dragon Cables elevate every note - as if you were hearing your favorite music for the very time.
Rediscover your CD Collection in High Fidelity with TEAC's CD Transports & CD Players
All three TEAC units are the perfect choice for the audiophile who's ready to dive into their CD collection. If you've already got an external DAC, headphone amp, clock, and so on, and all you're missing is a way to play your CDs digitally then the PD-505T and VRDS-701T are the units for you. The PD-505T and VRDS-701T are two CD Transports that allow you to transfer your CDs digitally to your desired source unit, be it a TEAC DAC or an alternate external system, and listen to your favorite songs with breathtaking fidelity. Like myself, you'll be amazed to hear how resolute your CDs sound and you'll never go back to listening any other way.
The VRDS-701 is the all-in-one system perfect for someone who might not have all the external pieces and wants one unit that houses it all. As the most feature-rich unit it's a great addition to your audiophile setup and its ability to play CDs and stream music digitally makes it the catch-all of high-end audio gear. Whether it's your first all-in-one unit or your third, you'll be thrilled with the organic sound of the VRDS-701's Delta Sigma Discrete DAC and the tiny details it'll bring to the surface.
Put down the smartphone, wipe the dust off your CDs, add a TEAC unit to your audio setup, and rediscover the pure magic of physical media in the audiophile's modern age.
Featured Products
Related Videos
Best-Selling Dragon Cables of 2023: YOUR Favorites
Best IEMs for Portable Gaming 2023
Our Top 3 Tube Headphone Amps & Why We Love Them
Specifications
TEAC PD-505T CD Transport
Digital Audio Outputs: Coaxial, Optical
Coaxial Connector: RCA x1, Output Level: 0.5Vp-p, Output Impedance: 75 Ohm
Optical Connector: TOS x1
Clock Sync Input:
Connector: BNC x1
Input Frequency: 10MHz
Input Impedance: 50 Ohm
Input Level: Rectangle wave (Equivalent to TTL level, Sine wave (0.5 to 1.0Vrms)
Power: AC120V, 60Hz, AC220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 4W
Standby Power: 0.3W
Dimensions: 290W x 84.5H x 248.8D mm
Weight: 4.0kg
Included Accessories: AC Cord, Remote Control (RC-1338), AAA Batteries x2, Foot pads x3, Owner's Manual
VRDS-701T CD Transport
CD Section, Supported Media: Audio CD, CD (CD-R/CD-RW CD-DA Format) (8m CDs not supported)
Digital Audio Outputs: Coaxial, Optical
Coaxial Connector: RCA x1, Output Level: 0.5Vp-p, Output Impedance: 75 Ohm
Optical Connector: TOS x1 (JEITA RC5720C)
Clock Sync Input:
Connector: BNC x1
Input Frequency: 10MHz
Input Impedance: 50 Ohm
Input Level: Rectangle wave (Equivalent to TTL level, Sine wave (0.5 to 1.0Vrms)
External Control:
Trigger Input (12V TRIGGER IN)
Connector: 3.5mm Mono mini jack
Input Level: 12V, 1mA
Trigger Output (12V TRIGGER OUT)
Connector: 3.5mm Mono mini jack
Input Level: 12V
Maximum Current Supply: 100mA
Power: AC120V, 60Hz / AC220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 4W
Standby Power: 0.4W
Dimensions: 444W x 111.3H x 333 mm
Weight: 10.1kg
Operating Temperature: +5℃ to +35℃
Operating Humidity: 5% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage Temperature Range: −20℃ to +55℃
Included Accessories: AC Cord, Remote Control (RC-1338), Dry Battery (AAA) x2, Foot pads x3, Owner's Manual
VRDS-701 CD Player & USB DAC
Supported Media: Audio CD, CD (CD-R/CD-RW CD-DA Format) (8m CDs not supported)
Analog Outputs:
1x XLR (L/R), 1x RCA (L/R)
Impedance: XLR 220 Ohms, RCA 180 Ohms
Maximum Output Level: FIXED 0dB, XLR/RCA 2.0Vrms, (1kHz, Full scale, 10kΩ loaded) : FIXED +6dB, XLR/RCA: 4.0Vrms, VARIABLE, XLR: 12Vrms, RCA: 6Vrms
Frequency Response: 5Hz - 80kHz (+1 dB/ -6dB)
S/N Ratio: 105dB (A-Weight, 1kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.002% (1kHz, LPF: 20 - 20kHz), Input signal: DSD 11.2 MHz, Measured output: RCA, DSD LPF: FIR 1
Headphone Amp Section:
Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) stereo jack
Maximum Output: 500mW + 500mW (into 32 Ohm)
Digital Audio Inputs: USB, Coaxial, Optical
USB: 1 Type-C, USB 2.0 or more
Input signal type: Linear PCM, 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192/352.8/384kHz , 16-bit, 24-bit, 32-bit, DSD 2.8/5.6/11.2/22.5MHz
Coaxial Connector: RCA x1, Input Level: 0.5Vp-p, Input Impedance: 75 Ohm
Coaxial Input Signal Type: Linear PCM, 32/44.1/48/88.2/176.4/192kHz , 16-bit/24-bit DSD 2.8MHz
Optical Connector: TOS x1 (JEITA RC5720C)
Input level: -24.0 to -14.5dBm peak
Input signal type: Linear PCM, 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz , 16bit/24 bit, DSD2.8MHz
VRDS-701 CONTINUED
Clock Sync Input:
Connector: BNC x1
Input Frequency: 10MHz
Input Impedance: 50 Ohm
Input Level: Rectangle wave (Equivalent to TTL level, Sine wave (0.5 to 1.0Vrms)
Digital Audio Outputs: Coaxial, Optical
Coaxial Connector: RCA, Output Level: 0.5Vp-p, Output Impedance: 75 Ohm
Optical Connector: TOS (JEITA RC5720) x1
External Control:
Trigger Input (12V TRIGGER IN)
Connector: 3.5mm Mono mini jack
Input Level: 12V, 1mA
Trigger Output (12V TRIGGER OUT)
Connector: 3.5mm Mono mini jack
Input Level: 12V
Maximum Current Supply: 100mA
Power: AC120V, 60Hz / AC220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 40W
Standby Power: 0.4W
Dimensions: 444W x 111.3H x 333.6 mm
Weight: 11.8kg
Operating Temperature: +5℃ to +35℃
Operating Humidity: 5% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage Temperature Range: −20℃ to +55℃
Included Accessories: AC Cord, Remote Control (RC-1338), Dry Battery (AAA) x2, Foot pads x3, Owner's Manual
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Physical Specifications | |
| Overall Dimensions | 444 x 111.3 x 333mm (including protrusions) |
| Weight | 10.1kg |
| Operating Temperature | +5℃ to +35℃ |
| Operating Humidity | 5％ to 85％ (no condensation) |
| Storage Temperature Range | −20℃ to +55℃ |
| CD Section Specifications | |
| Supported Media | Audio CD, CD (CD-R/CD-RW * CD-DA format) (8cm CDs not supported) |
| Digital Output Specifications | |
| Coaxial Digital Output | Connector: RCA x1 Output level: 0.5Vp-p Output impedance: 75Ω |
| Optical Digital Output | Connector: TOS (JEITA RC5720C) x1 |
| Clock & Sync Specifications | |
| Clock Sync Input | Connector: BNC x1 Input frequency: 10MHz Input impedance: 50Ω Input level: Rectangle wave (TTL level), Sine wave (0.5 to 1.0Vrms) |
| External Control Specifications | |
| Trigger Input (12V TRIGGER IN) | Connector: 3.5mm Mono mini jack x1 Input level: 12V, 1mA |
| Trigger Output (12V TRIGGER OUT) | Connector: 3.5mm Mono mini jack x1 Output level: 12V Maximum current supply: 100mA |
| Power Specifications | |
| Power | AC 120V, 60Hz AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 40W |
| Standby Power | 0.4W |
| Included Accessories | |
| Package Contents | AC cord x1 Remote (RC-1338) x1 Dry battery (AAA) x2 Foot pad x3 Manual x1 |
- RMRandall M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoTeac VRDS 701t
I have been lusting over the Teac 701t cd transport ever since I read the Aug ‘24 Stereophile review. Like many, I had ripped most of my 2200 cds in 2011 then gave them away, welcoming the new age of Qobuz streaming. But I saved a few hundred of my favorite cds, now hard to find. I purchased a used Audiolab 6000cdt and found out that spinning silver discs was great! I didn’t care for the slot loading mechanism, kinda glitchy. I took the plunge, decided to buy a new Teac 701t from Moon Audio. The entire process was flawless! Communication was top notch. The Teac arrived quickly, & after a few set up issues (I needed to change dacs for best performance, not a problem), I have been happily playing cds again. The reviews are spot on, the Teac is a fine piece of gear, and a significant step up from what I had been using. Thanks to all the folks at Moon for their excellent service.
- GVGary V. Z.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoExtraordinary cd transport, transformative listening
The TEAC transport transformed my listening experience with cds. Far superior to my previous Musical Fidelity and Marantz with onboard DACs. This transport coupled with a Cambridge Edge A is jaw-dropping; transformative. Well built and pleasure to operate, precise and elegant.Only drawback: Super Audio cds are superb, and sound great with this transport, but this is not an SACD player. I keep a Marantz SACD on standby for Super Audio.
- ASARTHUR S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoIs an upgrade worth it ?
I my case absolutely yes !!! I upgraded my CD Transport form an Audiolabs 6000CDT to this beautiful TEAC VRDS 701T. I hear more detail and airiness, and separation. Juts love it!
- WPWilliam P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoTime for a change
This CD Transport made a large difference in my playback experience. For the better.
- LCLee C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoBefore Helene
I had a few days to listen, using the dac of an high-end SACD player. It improved the sound. I really liked the feel and look too. Then floodwaters from Helene destroyed my house and most everything in it, including all HI FI components. So that was that.