CD / SACD players and transports — TAD TAD-D700

The TAD-D700 is a comprehensive CD/SACD transport and player from TAD, built around the well-regarded Burr-Brown PCM1794A conversion chip, built with a separate outboard power supply. The TAD-D700 brings TAD's considered engineering to serious disc-based digital source playback.

Key specs that matter

The Burr-Brown PCM1794A conversion chip handles digital-to-analogue conversion - a well-regarded, widely respected chip in high-end audio applications. Frequency response for CD spans 4Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB, extending to 40,000Hz for SACD - a wider bandwidth reflecting SACD's higher native resolution. Signal-to-noise ratio is a strong 115dB for both CD and SACD. The main unit and separate power supply measure 450 x 185 x 440mm and 220 x 185 x 430mm respectively, weighing a substantial 26.5kg (main) plus 14.0kg (supply) - a serious commitment reflecting TAD's considered engineering standards and isolation of sensitive circuitry from power-supply-related noise.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, detailed disc playback reflecting the strong 115dB signal-to-noise figure across both CD and SACD formats, combined with the separate outboard power supply's isolation from sensitive circuitry.

Pairing

TAD's broader amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings for a coherently voiced, entirely TAD-based system.

Alternatives

TAD's broader digital source catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.