SCD-025 Mk.II DAC & CD Player By Vitus Audio

Incredible analog sound from a digital source

Designed to deliver the ultimate analog sound from a digital source, the SCD-025 Mk.II is a true audiophile-grade component. Inspired by the natural warmth and musicality of high-end turntables, this player sets a new benchmark for “musical” digital audio performance.

Far more than just a CD player, the SCD-025 Mk.II is a versatile digital hub. Equipped with USB, AES/EBU, and S/PDIF inputs, it seamlessly integrates with your system to become the centerpiece of your high-fidelity setup.

Custom technology to meet strict requirements

The SCD-025 Mk.II is engineered for precision and exceptional sound quality, starting with the Philips CD Pro 2 LF drive. Stripped down to its core components and meticulously rebuilt, this approach minimizes errors in reading disc information and reduces reliance on the error correction system for an unparalleled listening experience.

Advanced sample rate conversion technology ensures jitter is virtually eliminated, achieving an impressive 384kHz sample rate with the state-of-the-art Engineered Q8 module. The analog stage, derived from high-performance amplifier designs, delivers outstanding tonal purity and detail.

Power supply design is crucial to this unit’s performance, featuring four separate supplies: one for the drive, one for the digital stage, and dedicated left and right channels for the analog stage. This thoughtful separation significantly lowers the noise floor, creating a signature “black background” that highlights every musical nuance.

The SCD-025 Mk.II redefines digital audio, bringing a warm, natural, and truly musical performance to your setup.

Finishing

The SCD-025 Mk.II is available in stunning standard finishes, including Pure White, Jet Black, and Warm Silver, to complement any audio setup. For those seeking a more distinctive look, popular custom finishes like Titanium Orange, Dark Champagne, and Titanium Grey offer a bold and elegant touch.

Highfidelity
“I wish more designers knew how to create such a fantastic sound sources. A design and its features and performance came together creating a Player one can spend his entire life with. It’s ironic that it was released so late, when CD format is at the verge of sliding into a small market niche next to ones of vinyl record and SACD. But that’s life. I hope some people will still be willing to keep CD alive for many more years. But even if the end of CD format is close it’s worth spending the time we have left experiencing qualities of CD using such a brilliant Players as SCD-025. Even more so considering that it features also digital inputs, including USB that allows user to use a computer or music server as a source and expect a similar performance.”

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Output XLR analogue

• Available: 1 (L+R)
• Impedance: 80Ω
• Frequency response: +800kHz
• Signal to noise ratio: >110dB @ 1kHz
• THD + noise: <0.01%

Output RCA analogue

• Available: 1 (L+R)
• Impedance: 80Ω
• Frequency response: +800kHz
• Signal to noise ratio: >110dB @ 1kHz
• THD + noise: <0.01%

DRIVE

• Drive mechanism: Philips CD Pro 2LF (significantly modified by VA)

Digital Technology

• Master clock: 24.576 MHz +/- 5 ppm
• Sample rate converter: Engineered Q8
• DAC: 2x AD1955 – mono mode

DIGITAL Audio Inputs USB

• Available: 1x USB B
• Sample rate: 384kHz + DSD128
• Resolution: 24bit

DIGITAL Audio Inputs AES/EBU & S/PDIF

• Available: 1x XLR & 1x RCA
• Impedance: 75 / 110Ω
• Sample rate: 192kHz
• Resolution: 24bit

Digital audio output

• Standard: 1x XLR (AES/EBU) / 1x RCA (S/PDIF)
• Sample rate: 192kHz
• Resolution: 24bit

POWER CONSUMPTION

• Standby: <1W
• Operation: 45W

Dimensions

• Height: 135mm including feet
• Width: 435mm
• Depth: 428mm
• Weight: 26kg
• Material: Aluminium for body parts

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