Technics SL-PD6 5-Disc CD Changer, MASH DAC, Optical Out

A 1999 Technics SL-PD6 five-disc rotary CD changer, with Technics’ MASH 1-bit converter and an optical digital output for a modern DAC or receiver. Choose your unit above: each one’s service, condition and accessories are listed with it.

What it is

The SL-PD6 is one of Technics’ late five-disc rotary changers, and the rotary tray is the reason people still want them. All five discs sit on one tray that turns to the disc you ask for, and you can open the drawer and change the other four while one keeps playing. Random play works within one disc, across all five, or in Technics’ “spiral” order, and repeat, ID scan, edit guide, time display and programmed play are all on the front panel.

Inside is Technics’ MASH (multi-stage noise shaping) 1-bit converter, a design Technics championed through the nineties and which still has a following for its smooth, non-fatiguing sound. It measures well for a changer: a 100 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 92 dB dynamic range and 0.007% distortion, with a standard 2 V line output for any amplifier or receiver.

The optical digital output is what makes it especially useful today. Run it into a modern DAC, an AV receiver or a streamer with a digital input, and the SL-PD6 becomes a five-disc CD transport feeding whatever converter you prefer. For the analogue output, our own Gold Series RCA Stereo Interconnect is a shielded, gold-plated pair made for the job.

Five discs, a MASH converter and an optical output: a changer that still earns its place next to a modern DAC.

Available for pickup in Kanata, or shipped across Canada and internationally — we have sent equipment to fifteen countries in the past year, each piece packed in-house in 275 lb test double-wall boxes. Live shipping rates for your address are calculated at checkout. Backed by Radique Audio’s Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty and our Perpetual Trade-Back Program. Available for audition by appointment in Kanata.

Technics SL-PD6 5-Disc CD Changer, MASH DAC, Optical Out Specifications

• Type: five-disc rotary CD changer, change discs during play
• Converter: MASH 1-bit
• Frequency response: 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB
• Dynamic range: 92 dB
• Total harmonic distortion: 0.007% (1 kHz)
• Line output: 2 V (RCA)
• Digital output: optical (TOSLINK)
• Play modes: random (one disc, all discs, spiral), repeat, programmed play, ID scan, edit guide
• Power: 120 V, 60 Hz, 9 W
• Introduced 1999; made in Singapore
• Dimensions: (Width x Height x Depth) 16.9 x 4.9 x 14.7 inches (430 x 125 x 374 mm)
• Weight: approx. 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg)

⚠️ Important Information for International Buyers

This unit is configured for North American 110/120V power. Buyers outside North America will require a step-down transformer and appropriate plug adapter.

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