Atoll CD50 Signature CD player

The Atoll CD50 Signature CD player is the entry-level model of the Signature range of the manufacturer.

ATOLL CD50 SIGNATURE: HOUSING

The CD50 Signature comes in a new metal case with a superb 4mm brushed-aluminium front panel (silver or black)! Of course, this front panel takes the new design of Atoll products.

Below the tray, low power consumption OLED display gives the different playback information. On each side, there are 3 control buttons that take over the main functions (play, stop, pause, forward/backward...).

The back panel provides a stereo analogue output and 2 digital outputs: one in S/PDIF coaxial format and one Toslink optical.

ATOLL CD50 SIGNATURE: CHARACTERISTICS

This CD player features TEAC Pure Audio CD mechanics optimized to reduce jitter to a minimum. It is mounted on a central anti-resonant chassis to avoid any vibration that would damage the playback.

The CD50 Signature player is compatible with CD, CD-R, MP3 formats CD-RW, WMA and AAC. It is also compatible with the CD Text if the CD has one.

To limit all interferences, Atoll opted for 4 regulated power supplies, dedicated to analogue and digital. A transformer is used specifically for the audio stages.

The analog output stages are symmetrical with discrete components that are fully polarized in Class A.

The digital part is built around the excellent Burr-Brown PCM1793 conversion chip. It offers a resolution of 24 bit/192 khz.

This CD player of the Signature range can also be equipped as an option with the Atoll CD Signature card with 3 digital inputs: a coaxial input (24Bits/192kHz), an optical input (24Bits/192kHz) and a USB-B input.

ATOLL CD50 SIGNATURE: TEST AND LISTENING

The Atoll CD50 Signature CD player is very balanced and neutral. It offers superb dynamics as well as an excellent transparency on all the spectrum.

This CD player expresses itself "strongly" and clearly, and surprises us with its spontaneity and generosity.

The medium register offers a beautiful harmonic richness combined with a very beautiful transparency. The bass register is wide enough to reproduce organ or piano. Of course it expresses perfectly and consistently on an electric bass or double bass.

Jazz, rock and classical music lovers will undoubtedly appreciate this part of the spectrum and the fluidity with which this Atoll CD50 Signature expresses itself.

This Atoll CD50 Signature CD player is beautifully built and offers superb musicality without fail. It meets the needs of music lovers and audiophiles with a tight budget!

The optional Atoll CD Signature card is also an additional advantage.