TEAC VRDS-701 CD Player

Description

About the TEAC VRDS-701 CD Player

The TEAC VRDS-701 CD Player is a serious bit of kit for customers who still value CD as a reference source.

The standout feature is the VRDS transport mechanism, which physically clamps the disc to reduce vibration and rotational errors. This results in more accurate data retrieval and a noticeably more stable, refined sound.

Combining high-end CD playback with advanced DAC functionality, the VRDS-701 is engineered to extract maximum detail from both physical media and digital sources, making it an ideal centrepiece for modern high-fidelity systems.

Paired with TEAC’s high-quality DAC implementation and dual-mono architecture, the VRDS-701 delivers a sound that is clean, detailed and highly musical. It’s equally at home in traditional CD-based systems or as a high-end DAC for modern digital sources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What makes the VRDS transport special?
   The VRDS system clamps the disc to reduce vibration and improve reading accuracy, resulting in better sound quality.
2. Can the VRDS-701 be used as a DAC?
   Yes. It includes digital inputs, allowing it to function as a high-quality DAC for other sources.
3. Does it support high-resolution audio?
   Yes. It supports high-resolution playback through its digital inputs.
4. Is it suitable for balanced systems?
   Yes. It includes XLR outputs and a fully balanced design.
5. Is it still worth investing in a CD player?
   For many audiophiles, CDs remain a highly reliable and high-quality source, especially when paired with a player of this calibre.

What the Experts Say

• Hi-Fi Reviews – TEAC’s VRDS-based players are widely praised for their precision engineering, stability and musical sound quality.
• Industry Feedback – The VRDS-701 is recognised for combining reference-level CD playback with modern DAC flexibili
• ♥♥♥♥♥ “Premium price, premium build and an excellent sound…” www.whathifi.com

Features

• A newly developed VRDS mechanism is used for the CD drive
• An original TEAC-designed discrete DAC is used for the digital audio converter, which is key to determining audio quality
• Fully-balanced dual mono circuit structure realizes outstanding channel separation
• Direct connection with a power amplifier is possible thanks to volume control that uses a TEAC-QVCS analog preamp circuit
• Along with MQA CD playback, full MQA decoding of digital input is possible
• As a USB DAC, 22.5MHz DSD and 384kHz/32-bit PCM data can be played back
• 2×, 4× and 8× upconversion using RDOT-NEO
• 10MHz external clock input
• Analog, digital input/output and CD drive circuits each have dedicated toroidal core transformers
• Original TEAC-HCLD2 enhanced-current output buffer circuit
• Headphone amp has a high output circuit with low distortion, high signal-to-noise ratio and a high 2000V/μs through rate

Ideal For

• Audiophiles with CD collections
• High-end two-channel Hi-Fi systems
• Users wanting a combined CD player and DAC

Critical listening setupsVRDS CD Transport Mechanism

TEAC’s Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System stabilises the disc during playback, reducing jitter and improving data accuracy.

Dual-Mono DAC Architecture

Separate left and right channel DAC circuits improve channel separation, imaging and overall sound quality.

High-Quality Internal DAC

Supports high-resolution digital playback, delivering detailed and accurate sound from digital inputs.

Fully Balanced Design

Balanced circuitry and XLR outputs ensure low noise and improved signal integrity.

Multiple Digital Inputs

Allows connection of external sources such as streamers, TVs and computers.

Premium Build Quality

A rigid chassis and precision engineering reduce vibration and electrical interference.

Headphone Amplifier

Built-in headphone output for high-quality private listening.

Suggested System Pairing

The TEAC VRDS-701 pairs beautifully with high-quality integrated amplifiers and speakers.

Amplifiers

• Rotel RA-1592MKII Integrated Amplifier
• Musical Fidelity M6si Integrated Amplifier

Speakers

• ELAC FS247.4 Carina Floorstanding Speakers
• Triangle Borea Floorstanding Speakers
• SVS Ultra Bookshelf Speakers

Accessories

• High-quality RCA or XLR interconnects
• Power conditioning solutions

Specifications

Brand: TEAC
Model: VRDS-701
Product Type: CD Player / DAC

Disc Support

• CD, CD-R, CD-RW

Transport

• VRDS (Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System)

DAC

• Dual-mono DAC design
• High-resolution support

Digital Inputs

• USB
• Optical
• Coaxial

Outputs

• RCA analogue output
• XLR balanced output
• Headphone output

Design: Fully balanced circuitry

Dimensions

Approx. 444 × 111 × 333 mm

Weight: Approx. 11 kg

MPN: VRDS-701
SKU: TEAC-VRDS701

EAN / UPC / GTIN: 0043774035724

Warranty: Manufacturer Warranty
Country of Manufacture: Japan

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