{"product_id":"cary-audio-cd-308-t-vacuum-tube-cd-player-in-black-excellent","title":"Cary Audio CD-308-T Vacuum Tube CD Player in Black EXCELLENT","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCary Audio CD-308-T Vacuum Tube CD Player in Black EXCELLENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\/Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cary Audio CD-308-T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum tube output stage CD player\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philips CDM12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burr Brown PCM1704u, 24-bit\/96kHz upsampling (switchable on the fly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHDCD Decoding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2Hz to 48kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships with a pair of Philips JAN 5814A tubes (12AU7 variants), used in the gain\/buffer stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1dB increments via remote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 25 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent, No Original Box, but packed carefully for transit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is a Cary Audio CD-308-T vacuum tube CD player in black, in excellent condition. This compact yet substantial player (weighing in at 25 lbs) combines a reliable Philips CDM12 transport with a Burr Brown PCM1704u DAC capable of 24-bit\/96kHz upsampling, plus HDCD decoding for enhanced compatibility with HDCD-encoded discs. Its standout feature is the tube-based gain and buffer stage, using a pair of Philips JAN 5814A (12AU7-type) tubes to add warmth and analog-like richness to digital playback — a hallmark of Cary's house sound. Remote-controlled volume adjusts in precise 1dB steps for fine-tuned listening. A fantastic choice for tube-audio enthusiasts wanting a musical, engaging CD source. In excellent condition with no notable wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do take trade-ins, so please contact us if you wish to do so.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make sure to thoroughly inspect item photos for cosmetic condition.  We do try to describe the item as accurately as possible, so if you have any questions about cosmetic condition please message us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cary Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45775311142972,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9573\/9452\/files\/47458.jpg?v=1783154143","url":"https:\/\/3maaudio.com\/products\/cary-audio-cd-308-t-vacuum-tube-cd-player-in-black-excellent","provider":"3mA High End Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}