{"product_id":"quad-3cdt","title":"Quad 3CDT","description":"\u003ch3\u003eQuad 3CDT – Reference CD Transport for Pure Digital Playback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quad 3CDT is a dedicated high-precision CD transport created for listeners who value absolute digital accuracy and musical integrity. Designed as the perfect companion to the Quad 3 DAC, it focuses exclusively on disc reading, timing stability, and signal purity—removing all unnecessary circuitry to deliver a pristine digital output. With classic Quad styling and modern engineering, the 3CDT offers uncompromising CD playback for serious hi-fi systems—available at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated CD transport design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimised purely for disc reading and digital signal integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-precision CD mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom servo control system minimises read errors and distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-low-jitter TCXO clock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temperature-controlled master clock ensures stable, accurate timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolated power architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate regulation for servo, decoder, and clock circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-core processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32-bit RISC CPU with dedicated MCU for precise servo control and error correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple digital outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coaxial and optical S\/PDIF for flexible DAC integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide disc and file support:\u003c\/strong\u003e CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and data discs with FLAC, WAV, WMA, MP3, and APE files\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Quad design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact chassis styled to match the Quad 3 system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quad 3CDT is built for listeners who want the cleanest possible digital signal from their CD collection. By separating disc reading from digital-to-analogue conversion, it allows your DAC to perform at its absolute best. The result is improved clarity, tighter imaging, and more natural timing—bringing new life and precision to familiar recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e CD transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported media:\u003c\/strong\u003e CD, CD-R, CD-RW, data CDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e FLAC, WAV, WMA, MP3, APE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSampling rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44.1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × coaxial, 1 × optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.01 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandby power consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.5 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 × 30 × 10.1 cm (W × D × H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.37 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuad 3CDT CD transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse Cases \/ Ideal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for high-end two-channel systems and CD-focused listeners seeking the highest level of digital accuracy. Perfectly matched with the Quad 3 DAC, but equally suitable for use with any high-quality external DAC via coaxial or optical connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all standard DACs featuring optical or coaxial S\/PDIF inputs. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Quad 3 system for optimal performance and visual coherence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Pros:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely low jitter and high signal integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose-built transport design with no unnecessary circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent synergy with external DACs, especially Quad 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports data discs and multiple file formats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Cons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo internal DAC or analogue outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned primarily for CD-focused systems rather than streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quad 3CDT delivers pure, uncompromised CD transport performance with precision timing and classic Quad refinement—an essential partner for reference-level digital playback, available at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54623641796876,"sku":"QUAD-3CDT","price":749.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/7416\/0652\/files\/QUAD3CDT_Standard_R3_1.webp?v=1767607942","url":"https:\/\/soundium.com\/da\/products\/quad-3cdt","provider":"Soundium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}