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CD / SACD players and transports — TEAC VRDS-701T

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TEAC VRDS-701T
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The VRDS-701T is a CD transport from TEAC, sitting above the more compact PD-505T within the brand's disc-player catalogue, built around TEAC's proprietary VRDS (Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System) mechanism. The VRDS-701T brings TEAC's more accomplished current disc-transport engineering to a substantial chassis.

Key specs that matter

At 444 x 111 x 333mm and 10.1kg, the VRDS-701T represents a considerably more substantial commitment than the compact PD-505T, reflecting TEAC's serious VRDS mechanism engineering aimed at minimising disc-related vibration during playback.

Sound and use context

Expect stable, low-vibration disc reading reflecting TEAC's proprietary VRDS mechanism - this considered engineering approach specifically targets eliminating disc-clamping-related vibration that can affect playback precision.

Pairing

As a transport, the VRDS-701T requires pairing with a separate outboard DAC to complete a digital source chain, and TEAC's own DAC catalogue offers a natural, brand-coherent partner.

Alternatives

TEAC's own PD-505T offers a considerably more compact, lighter alternative for buyers wanting a smaller footprint over the VRDS-701T's more substantial engineering ambition.

Specifications

  • Model name

    VRDS-701T

  • Transport

    Yes

  • Player

    Yes

  • SACD support

    N/A

  • Engine

    N/A

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (for CD) (Hz)

    N/A

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (for CD) (Hz)

    N/A

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (for SACD) (Hz)

    N/A

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (for SACD) (Hz)

    N/A

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

  • Output Level (balanced) (V)

    N/A

  • Output Level (single-ended) (V)

    N/A

  • Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Dynamic range (for CD) (dB)

    N/A

  • Dynamic range (for SACD) (dB)

    N/A

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (for CD) (dB)

    N/A

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (for SACD) (dB)

    N/A

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (for CD) (%)

    N/A

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (for SACD) (%)

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    444 × 111 × 333

  • Weight (kg)

    10.1

  • Official link

    https://teac.jp/int/product/vrds-701t/

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