{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-b1xcd","title":"Musical Fidelity B1X Single CD Player","description":"\u003cp\u003eRediscover your CD collection with the Musical Fidelity B1xCD, a dedicated Red Book CD player engineered to deliver precise disc reading, low jitter, exceptional clarity, and naturally engaging sound. As the ideal companion to the B1xi integrated amplifier, the B1xCD brings Musical Fidelity's celebrated high-end engineering philosophy to an accessible and beautifully constructed component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a multipurpose DVD or Blu-ray player, the B1xCD is specifically optimized for accurate 1:1 playback of Red Book CD-DA discs. Its purpose-built tray-loading mechanism, low-vibration mounting, and advanced BlueTiger™ CD-88 servo system work together to minimize reading errors, mechanical noise, and jitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecisely Engineered for Compact Discs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the B1xCD is the advanced BlueTiger™ CD-88 servo system. It combines sophisticated error correction and predictive algorithms to maintain accurate playback, even when a disc presents challenging reading conditions. The drive mechanism is protected by a robust metal cover and mounted to reduce unwanted vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Quality ESS Digital-to-Analogue Conversion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated ESS9018Q2M DAC converts digital audio with excellent resolution, low distortion, and a signal-to-noise ratio greater than 112 dB. The result is a warm, natural, and engaging presentation that combines fine detail with the analogue-like musicality for which Musical Fidelity components are known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium All-Metal Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B1xCD features an all-metal chassis, solid metal controls, and a heavy front panel produced from extruded aluminium. This uncompromising construction creates a clean and elegant appearance while helping protect the internal electronics from electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined front-panel buttons, the supplied remote control, and a large LCD display make operation simple and intuitive. The display shows essential playback information, including track number, elapsed time, and artist or track information when CD-Text data is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible Connection Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the B1xCD directly to an integrated amplifier or preamplifier using its stereo RCA analogue output. Coaxial and optical digital outputs also allow the player to be used as a dedicated CD transport with a compatible external DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated Red Book CD-DA drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose-built tray-loading mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlueTiger™ CD-88 servo system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced error correction and predictive reading algorithms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-vibration drive mounting for reduced jitter and mechanical noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality ESS9018Q2M DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, natural, and highly detailed sound presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge LCD display with track, time, and available CD-Text information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined aluminium front-panel controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-metal chassis with extruded aluminium front panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo RCA analogue output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaxial and optical digital outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCD Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCD system:\u003c\/strong\u003e BlueTiger™ CD-88\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9018Q2M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz to 20 kHz, -0.2 dB maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greater than 96 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greater than 112 dB, A-weighted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than 0.003%, 20 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRCA output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRCA output at digital 0 dB:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1 V RMS nominal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 pair of stereo line-level RCA connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaxial digital output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 RCA S\/PDIF connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptical digital output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 TOSLINK connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMains voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115\/230 V AC, 50\/60 Hz, factory preset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 V AC, 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandby consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than 0.5 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions and Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 430 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight including feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth including terminals:\u003c\/strong\u003e 298 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for the Enduring Value of Physical Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are rediscovering treasured albums or building a dedicated physical-media system, the Musical Fidelity B1xCD is designed to extract every nuance from Red Book audio CDs. 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