{"product_id":"quad-3cdt-cd-transport","title":"Quad 3CDT  CD Transport","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuad 3CDT CD Transport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Quad 3CDT is a dedicated Compact Disc transport designed for listeners who want to get the best possible performance from their CD collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreated as the natural partner for the Quad 3 integrated amplifier, the 3CDT focuses entirely on accurate disc reading and clean digital signal output. By leaving digital-to-analogue conversion to the amplifier or an external DAC, Quad has been able to concentrate on transport stability, low jitter and signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated CD Transport Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUnlike a conventional CD player, the Quad 3CDT does not include its own DAC or analogue audio outputs. Its sole purpose is to read the information from a disc as accurately as possible and deliver a clean digital signal to the DAC in your amplifier or digital audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis makes it an ideal choice to partner the Quad 3 Integrated Amplifier, which already incorporates a high-performance ESS ES9038Q2M DAC, but the 3CDT can also be partnered with other amplifiers and external DACs with suitable optical or coaxial digital inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Precision CD Mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAt the heart of the 3CDT is a high-precision CD mechanism controlled by a custom-designed servo system. The laser assembly and servo control have been optimised to reduce disc-reading errors, jitter and unwanted distortion, helping preserve the integrity of the original digital information stored on the disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Servo and Control Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Quad 3CDT uses an advanced dual-core processing architecture with a 32-bit RISC processor and dedicated MCU. This provides precise control over the transport mechanism, disc access and error correction, helping ensure reliable playback even with less-than-perfect discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Low-Jitter TCXO Clock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAccurate timing is critical to high-quality digital audio, so Quad has fitted the 3CDT with a temperature-controlled crystal oscillator (TCXO). This ultra-low-jitter clock provides the master timing reference for the servo and decoder section, helping produce a stable S\/PDIF digital output with reduced timing distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe TCXO also receives its own low-noise power supply and grounding arrangement, further isolating it from electrical interference elsewhere in the player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparated Power Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQuad has carefully separated the power supplies for the motor, laser servo and digital decoder sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThree independent low-noise voltage regulators are dedicated to the CD servo system, while the TCXO clock has its own ultra-low-noise linear regulator. By reducing interference between different sections of the transport, the 3CDT is designed to deliver a cleaner and more stable digital output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical and Coaxial Digital Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 3CDT provides both coaxial and optical S\/PDIF digital outputs, giving you flexibility when connecting to an amplifier or DAC. Coaxial is often the natural choice when partnering the 3CDT with the Quad 3, while the optical output provides useful compatibility with a wider range of digital systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Than Standard Audio CDs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlongside conventional Compact Discs, the QUAD 3CDT also supports CD-R, CD-RW, Data CDs, FLAC, WAV, WMA , MP3 and APE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis makes the 3CDT more flexible than a traditional Red Book-only transport, particularly for listeners who have archived digital music onto recordable discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Front Display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA wide 159mm full-view LCD display provides clear information from across the room while retaining the clean, minimalist appearance of the QUAD 3 series. A full remote control is also supplied for convenient operation from the listening position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned to Match the QUAD 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe styling of the 3CDT closely follows the QUAD 3 integrated amplifier, with matching proportions, understated detailing and the same compact design philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAt just 300mm wide, it creates a particularly neat two-box system when placed alongside or above the QUAD 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe combination brings together traditional CD playback, modern digital conversion and Class AB amplification in a compact system with a distinctive nod to QUAD's classic designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDedicated Compact Disc transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDesigned as the ideal partner for the QUAD 3 integrated amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHigh-precision CD mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSupports CD, CD-R and CD-RW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLarge full-view LCD display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRemote control supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCompact 300mm-wide chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMatching QUAD 3 styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Pure Digital Source for Your CD Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe QUAD 3CDT is an excellent choice for anyone who still values physical media but wants CD playback to integrate naturally into a modern digital hi-fi system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIts dedicated transport architecture, low-jitter clocking, separated power supplies and precision servo control allow it to concentrate on one job: retrieving the digital information from your discs as accurately as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePartner it with the QUAD 3 amplifier and you have a compact, beautifully matched two-box system that combines classic QUAD character with modern digital performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64674955133305,"sku":"Quad-3CDT","price":599.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6925\/8475\/files\/Quad-3-CDT-Silver-0.jpg?v=1790022638","url":"https:\/\/www.weybridge-audio.co.uk\/products\/quad-3cdt-cd-transport","provider":"Weybridge Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}