Transport-
The VRDS mechanism securely clamps the disc to the turntable whose diameter is exactly the same
as that of the disc. This system completely eliminates vibration inherent to removable media and
unwanted vibrations generated by the mechanical systems. Also, this mechanism clamps the disc at
a slight inclination so as to compensate for warping or deformation improving the accuracy of the
optical axes of both the laser pickup and the pit surface of the disc. This is effective in reducing
errors in reading the disc data as well as in preventing timing errors from erratic data acquisition
timing.
To achieve the high-speed rotation with superior stability that is required of a Super Audio CD
player, the P-03 is equipped with a duralumin turntable. A specially developed processing
technology was used to enable high-precision forming of this lightweight material normally used in
building aircraft.
D to A
This independent D/A converter explores new musical
frontiers in a manner only possible to Esoteric, the
acknowledged leader in Super Audio CD/CD playback.
Brand: Esoteric
Model Name/Number: Esoteric P-03 D-03
Price (RRP): £25000
Choice Hifi Price: £7500
Product Information:
Esoteric P03 Specifications
System . . . . . . . . . . . Super Audio CD, CD, CD-R and CD-RW
Power supply
Europe model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 230 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 W
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 kg (66 1/8 lbs)
Dimensions (W x H x D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445 x 158 x 420 mm
Operating temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +5˚C – +35˚C
Operating humidity . . . . . . . . . 5% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . –20˚C – +55˚C
Digital Audio Output
i.LINK (AUDIO) output x 2
XLR output x 2
(Use 2 terminals for ES-LINK or Dual AES output)
RCA coaxial output x 1
Esoteric D03 Specifications
Power supply
Europe model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 230 V, 50 Hz
U.S.A./Canada model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Korea model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 220 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 W
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 kg (59 1/2 lbs)
External dimensions (W x H x D) . . . . . . . 445 x 108 x 420 mm
Digital Input Terminals
Input format . . . . DSD, linear PCM (32kHz-192kHz, 16-24bit)
i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal (6pin) x2
XLR x 2, Input level: more than 5.0Vp-p/110Ω
(Use 2 terminals for ES-LINK or Dual AES output)
RCA x2, Input level: more than 0.5Vp-p/75Ω
OPTICAL x1, Input level: –24.0 to –14.5dBm peak
Audio features
Analog output level . . . . . . . . . . RCA: 2.2 Vrms/10kΩ (1 kHz)
Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hz – 70 kHz, ±3 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 dB (JEITA)
Total harmonic distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0006% (JEITA)
Word Clock Frequency (input/output)
Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BNC
Input or output level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TTL level/75Ω
Word Clock Frequency
44.1, 88.2, 176.4, 48, 96, 192, 100 (kHz)
Output precision . . . . . . . . . . . . ±0.5 ppm
Input frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±5 ppm
Age: 7 Years
Condition: 9/10
Voltage: 220/240/50Hz
Finish/Colour: Silver
Packaging? Yes
Accessories? Yes
Item Location: In Stock
Status: Second Hand