Simaudio MOON CD5.3 CD Player
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MOON CLASSIC SERIES                                 Updated: December 19, 2006
CD5.3   CD Player


 

Also available with black faceplate      

 



The MOON CD5.3 Player is the perfect companion source component for either the i-5 Integrated Amplifier or any MOON Classic series preamplifier/amplifier combination. Improving on technologies from the legendary MOON Eclipse and borrowing from the Evolution series SuperNova, the CD5.3 incorporates highly advanced digital and analog circuitry. Raising the bar on the CD Red Book digital standard and producing an astonishing level of sonic performance with no equal in its price range, the CD5.3 will lead you to effortlessly rediscover your entire digital musical collection.

With features such as a large and easy-to-read display, an IR input for external control, optional balanced analog audio outputs, and a luxurious industrial build quality, the MOON CD5.3 will provide for many years of listening pleasure and hassle-free use.

 


 
Significant Design Features

Separate digital and analog power supplies using two toroidal power transformers with eight stages of DC voltage regulation · BurrBrown BB1730E high-resolution 24-bit/192-kHz Digital-to-Analog Converter and 8X oversampling digital filter · Internal upsampling which uses 24-bit/352.8kHz processing · Philips based transport mechanism using in-house developed control software · Accurate 50PPM digital clocking system · Advanced analog signal path using a DC servo circuit and proprietary 6dB/octave analog filter · Pure copper circuit board tracings with extremely low impedance characteristics · IR input for external control · Separate digital and analog audio circuitry mounted on one circuit board, each with their own respective ground planes, which minimizes signal path lengths and eliminates any potential for interference and signal degradation · Extremely rigid chassis construction to minimize the effects of external vibrations · Accurate matching of the very finest high quality electronic components in a symmetrical circuit design · Designed to be powered up at all times for optimal performance · Low operating temperature to ensure a longer than normal life expectancy.








 


  MOON CD5.3 Inside View - Click to enlarge





To view a larger image of the MOON CD5.3 CD Player's internal circuitry, simply point-and-click your mouse over the image located to the left.

 


  MOON CD5.3 Rear View - Click to enlarge

To view a larger image of the MOON CD5.3 CD Player's rear panel, simply point-and-click your mouse over the image located to the left.

 



 
Overseas MOON CD5.3 RS

The RS series of MOON audio components benefit from an even higher standard of manufacturing process than the regular MOON versions. All significant differences are contained within the circuitry and construction of each model.

RS versions are built using different materials and parts in certain areas. For example, printed circuit boards are of a higher temperature grade than that of the military specification FR-4 material we normally use; Their traces are gold-plated instead of a tin/lead composite. As well, all capacitors use improved dielectric materials.

MOON RS models meet and/or exceed stricter manufacturing processes as required to pass many international safety standards such as those imposed by the E-U, Japan and South Korea. Cosmetically, the ONLY difference is the RS logo on the front panel.

Point-and-click here to see the retail pricing structure for the MOON RS series
 



  Specifications:

 
Type Solid State
Configuration Single-ended
Digital Power Supply Transformer 25VA
Analog Power Supply Transformer 10VA
Digital Power Supply Capacitance 6,600µF
Analog Power Supply Capacitance 8,800µF
 
Front Panel
  Controls
 
Stand by · Random play mode · Programming mode ·
Display (time modes & on/off) · Open/Close CD Drawer ·
Stop · Play & Pause · Previous Track · Next Track
Front Panel
  Display
 
Track number · Time (elapsed or remaining for track or disc) ·
LED indicators for the following operation modes:
Programming · Scan · Random · Repeat (disc and track)
 
DAC / Digital Filter BurrBrown PCM1730E
Frequency Response   (audible) 20Hz - 20kHz   +0/-0.2dB
Frequency Response   (full range) 2Hz - 72kHz   +0/-3dB
THD @ 1kHz, 0dBFS   (A-weighted) < 0.001 %
IMD < 0.003 %
Dynamic Range > 114dB
Signal-to-noise ratio > 114dB @ full output
Slew Rate 50V/µs
Channel Separation > 112dB
Low Level Linearity ±1.0dB to below 110dBFS
Intrinsic Jitter < 50 picoseconds RMS
Single-ended Analog Outputs 1 pair RCA
Balanced Analog Outputs 1 pair XLR   -   OPTIONAL
Digital Output S/PDIF (RCA)
Max. Analog Output @ 0dBFS - RCA 2.0 Volts @ 50 ohms
Max. Analog Output @ 0dBFS - XLR 4.0 Volts @ 25 ohms   -   OPTIONAL
Digital Output Impedance   S/PDIF 75 ohms @ 0.5 Volts
 
Available Faceplate Finishes Black and Silver
Remote Control All-Aluminum Full Function
Power Consumption @ idle 15 Watts
AC Power Requirements 120V / 60Hz     240V / 50Hz
Fuse Replacement - 120V 0.5A short slow blow
Fuse Replacement - 230V 0.25A short slow blow
Warranty   (USA & Canada) 3 yrs - transport / 10 yrs - electronics
Shipping weight 26 lbs / 12 kgs
Dimensions   (W x H x D) 17 x 5 x 15 in.   (43 x 11 x 36 cm.)

        Specifications are subject to change without notice.


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