LEAK CDT For the first time in the history of LEAK, it is possible for the audio enthusiast to enjoy CD and digital media playback. The LEAK CDT offers the highest available standard of sound reproduction from CD playback within this price class. It is also equipped with USB storage device playback functionality. Manufacturers Details: The LEAK CDT utilises an ultra-smooth slot-loading mechanism that exudes quality and reliability. The CD transport is carefully mounted within its own electromagnetically shielded enclosure and is provided with a dedicated power supply. The digital clock is controlled by a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator that makes sure the digital output from both the coaxial and optical sockets has minimum digital distortion, thus the digital signal extraction is exceptionally precise. Engineered With Care: The USB storage device playback functionality offers full transport controls and folder / file navigation. The LEAK CDT is compatible with FAT16 and FAT32 formatted devices and will playback media in the format of WMA, MP3, WAV and AAC. Carefully designed in line with the LEAK ethos of performance, reliability and craftsmanship, the LEAK CDT satisfies contemporary audio enthusiast demands with stand-out, classic LEAK styling. Key Features: One Step AheadThe premium CD mechanism uses read ahead buffering to reduct disc read errors and deliver the highest level of digital signal extraction from CD media. Accuracy For The Benefit Of The EnthusiastA temperature-compensated crystal oscillator controls the master clock. This enables the digital only output to provide incredibly low digital distortion (also referred to as ‘jitter’). This low jitter output offers superior performance when compared to like-for-like players. Excellence In IsolationThe LEAK CDT shields the CD mechanism from electrical interference, thus ensuring purity of signal. Such incremental benefits further enhance the performance for the audio enthusiast. Disc or Disk? Either, or The modern audio enthusiast will enjoy music in many formats due to the convenience and modern day quality of digital files. The LEAK CDT facilitates your digital audio collection with digital file playback from USB storage devices. The LEAK CDT will play CD, CD-R, CD-RW discs as well as .WAV, .MP3*, .WMA* and .AAC* and digital audio files via USB. *up to 48kHz, 320kps A Timeless DesignMatching the classic art-deco inspired, traditional, LEAK industrial design, the LEAK CDT echoes a long-lost legacy in home audio, with stunning aesthetics. Gabi recommends: If you are anything like me, you want your system to look as nice as it sounds. That's why I highly recommend the matching LEAK STEREO 130 integrated amplifier to go with your new Leak CD player. And if you want to keep that vintage vibes going, check out the Wharfedale Denton 85 or the Wharfedale LINTON 85 speakers to complete the package.
