SPECIFICATION
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SACD, CD & DVD Playback: Plays Super Audio CDs (SACDs) in addition to regular CDs and DVDs for a wider range of media compatibility. SACDs offer higher fidelity sound than traditional CDs.
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Marantz HDAM Technology: Marantz’s proprietary HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) technology replaces standard op-amps for a wider frequency range and faster transient response, resulting in a more detailed and dynamic sound.
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Custom DAC: The SA-12SE features a unique digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that goes beyond standard designs. It uses Marantz’s MMM-Stream converter and MMM-Conversion stage to process audio signals and produce a high-quality analog output.
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DSD Support: Supports DSD (Direct Stream Digital) audio, a high-resolution format that offers a more natural and lifelike sound than traditional PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) formats.
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High-Resolution Audio Playback: The built-in DAC can also handle high-resolution audio files up to 384kHz/32-bit PCM and DSD256/11.2MHz through the USB-B input. It also supports lower resolution files up to 192kHz/24-bit via optical and coaxial digital inputs.
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More Than Just a CD Player: In addition to playing discs, the SA-12SE functions as a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for music stored on a computer via USB-B. It also has optical and coaxial digital inputs for connecting other digital sources.
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Marantz Sound Master Tuning: The SA-12SE is meticulously tuned by Marantz sound masters to deliver exceptional performance and a “musical” sound that captures the emotion and detail of your music.
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Built-in SACDM-3 Transport Mechanism: The SA-12SE utilizes Marantz’s innovative SACDM-3 transport mechanism, designed specifically for optimal CD performance.
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Available Finishes: Black, Gold
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