Jan 4, 2009 · As a CD only machine, some audiophiles seeking a more purist approach to CD playing will prize the CD3. With Audio Research's superb analog output section the CD3 has …

Fully balanced, non-upsampling CD player that uses "a Philips CD Pro2 transport mechanism and Cirrus/Crystal CS4396 Delta-Sigma DAC chips."

The ADS CD3 ranks among the best-sounding CD players I have tested thus far; it reproduces well-engineered CDs with smoothness and clarity. I was particularly impressed with its sound …

In one neatly engineered, ergonomically simple chassis you have a CD player that easily outperforms our previous flagship two-box system, the CD2/DAC3MKII (which combined were …

One of the most unique CD players we've ever seen - and we've certainly seen our fair share of them! Featuring a unique set of dual analog outputs... one powered by transistors, and the …

This is a great top-loading CD player from ARC that's made right here in the USA. Upgraded by ARC to MKII specification for $1,100. Paperwork Included. Tested extensively in our listening …

Harpsichord and viola da gamba on CD3 seem a hair's breadth more extended from high treble to bass than on X-01 Limited, and a hint of more significant air around the instruments emerges …

Dec 2, 2024 · Used Audio Research CD3 CD players for sale on 400+ second hand hifi sites & shops. Use Hifi Shark to monitor pricing and global availability.

Jul 14, 2020 · The CD3.1x/II player is under evaluation here and now. Thinking back to that day, some of the company’s more recent and exquisite analog components were combined with the …