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TEAC- USA TEAC VRDS-701 Dual Monaural USB/DAC CD Player/Pre-Amp/Headphone Amplifier
The VRDS-701 does it all. As a dual mono USB digital-to-analog convertor (DAC), pre-amplifier, headphone amplifier, and CD player, this product captures all the information you need to hear music just the way it was intended.
The VRDS-701 utilizes TEAC's proprietary ΔΣ (Delta Sigma) 32-bit discrete DAC which is comprised of discrete circuitry using field-programmable gate array (FPGA) and incorporating original algorithms on both channels. The end result? Improved signal to noise (S/N) ratio – each channel processes in monaural mode and delivers DSD512 (22.5MHz) native and 384kHz/32-bit pulse-code modulation (PCM) playback capabilities.
With a full MQA decoder built-in, your highest res file formats such as FLAC and WAV will playback with all the quality and depth of the original recording. Great for those seeking a powerful and refined approach to high fidelity home entertainment.
The pinnacle in CD transport technology, this single-well CD Player utilizes a Vibration-Free Rigid Disc-Clamping System (VRDS) derived from the TEAC’s flagship HiFi line, Esoteric. Incorporating our newly developed Delta Sigma 32-bit discrete DAC and functioning as a preamplifier, the VRDS-701 matches seamlessly with the TEAC AP-701B Stereo Power Amplifier.
This TEAC-original CD drive mechanism reduces rotation vibration of the disc itself, as well as unwanted mechanism vibration by clamping the CD to an aluminum turntable with the same diameter and maximizing inertial mass in order to stabilize rotation. Servo current is reduced with the turntable by correcting disc warping and distortion and improving the relative optical axis precision of the pickup and disc pit side. This realizes reduced disc reading errors and creates outstanding audio quality.
Four TEAC HCLD buffer amp circuits allow different drive modes (fully balanced and parallel), working in-sync with TEAC QVCS volume control for ideal sound quality. The VRDS-701 also features three upconversion settings: 2x, 4x, and 8x.
Featuring a dedicated driver that uses a high-output circuit with low distortion, the VRDS-701’s headphone amplifier achieves a high S/N ratio and 2000V/μs through rate, equivalent to a current transmission enhancing output line driver. This will maximize the potential of your headphones so you can kick back and relax in perfect stereo.
Ensure accurate timing and synchronization with dual on-board clocks.
Using Bulk Pet USB transmission technology, the VRDS-701 achieves constant transmission at a fixed data volume, enabling steady data transmission by smoothing the loads for processing via transmitting computer and receiving USB DAC. Since the audio quality can be altered by changing the load on the computer, four preset transmission modes can be chosen according to the desired audio quality.
CD section
Supported Media
Audio CD, CD (CD-R/CD-RW * CD-DA format)
(8cm CDs not supported)
Analog outputs
Analog LINE audio
Connector
XLR x1 (L/R), RCA x1pair (L/R)
Impedance
XLR：220Ω, RCA：180Ω
Maximum output level
FIXED 0dB, XLR/RCA: 2.0Vrms
(1kHz, Full scale, 10kΩ loaded)
FIXED +6dB, XLR/RCA: 4.0Vrms
VARIABLE, XLR: 12Vrms, RCA: 6Vrms
Frequency response
5Hz - 80kHz (+1dB/ −6dB)
S/N ratio
105dB (A-Weight, 1kHz)
Total harmonic distortion
0.002% (1kHz, LPF: 20 - 20kHz)
Input signal: DSD 11.2MHz, Measured output: RCA
DSD LPF: FIR1
Headphone Amp section
1/4” (6.3mm) stereo jack x1
Maximum output
500mW+500mW (into 32Ω)
Digital inputs
USB
1 (Type-C, USB2.0 or more)
Input signal type
Linear PCM, 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4 /192/352.8/384kHz
16 bit, 24 bit, 32 bit, DSD.2.8/5.6/11.2/22.5MHz
COAXIAL
RCA x1
Input level
0.5Vp-p
Input impedance
75Ω
Linear PCM, 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz, 16 bit/24 bit DSD2.8MHz
OPTICAL
TOS (JEITA RC5720C) x1
-24.0 to -14.5dBm peak
Linear PCM, 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz
16bit/24 bit, DSD2.8MHz
Clock sync input
BNC x1
Input frequency
10MHz
50Ω
Rectangle wave: equivalent to TTL level,
Sine wave: 0.5 to 1.0Vrms
Digital outputs
Output level
Output impedance
External control
Trigger input (12V TRIGGER IN)
3.5mm Mono mini jack x1
12V, 1mA
Trigger output(12V TRIGGER OUT)
12V
Maximum current supply
100mA
General
Power
AC 120V, 60Hz
AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption
40W
Standby power
0.4W
Overall dimensions
444 x 111.3 x 333.6mm (including protrusions)
Weight
11.8kg
Operating temperature
+5℃ to +35℃
Operating humidity
5％ to 85％ (no condensation)
Storage Temperature range
−20℃ to +55℃
Accessory
Accessory AC cord x1, Remote (RC-1338) x1, Dry battery (AAA) x2, Foot pad x3, Manual x1
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Professional Reviews 94/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
95/100
Build Quality
95/100
Features Usability
89/100
Value for Money
95/100
Commanding yet beautifully nuanced, the VRDS-701 extracts bass texture, natural midrange clarity and expansive scale from serious CD collections. What Hi-Fi? admired its composed authority and flexible DAC connectivity, while Audiophilia found its presentation wider, deeper and more immediate. A lavishly engineered digital hub for revealing physical media at its fullest.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Exceptionally controlled, detailed sound with outstanding bass texture, natural midrange and authoritative large-scale dynamics.
Expansive, immersive presentation uncovers more recorded space and information while remaining musical across varied recordings.
Premium vibration-conscious construction, precise controls and smooth, quiet transport operation.
Versatile digital hub with USB, coaxial and optical inputs, balanced outputs, variable analog output and a useful headphone stage.
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Cons
Its restrained, analytical character can take time to appreciate and may not immediately flatter recordings.
The built-in headphone amplifier is not an ideal match for 300-ohm headphones.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 95/100
Reviewers describe an unusually authoritative yet refined CD player, combining natural tone, strong rhythmic grip and a notably expansive sense of scale. Its resolving ability and composed digital presentation make it especially suited to listeners who want to extract the fullest possible performance from a serious CD collection.
Tonal Balance Musicality
95/100
What Hi-Fi praises the VRDS-701’s natural, unexaggerated midrange, fluid expression and rhythmic drive, finding it controlled without sacrificing musical involvement. Audiophilia similarly found that it brought performances closer and more present, while treating a wide range of recordings sympathetically rather than exposing them harshly.
Resolution Detail
96/100
What Hi-Fi calls out exceptional bass texture, clarity and precision, saying it reveals low-note detail better than any rival it had heard. Audiophilia reports substantially greater access to the music, recorded space and fine information on familiar discs, with wider and deeper presentation.
Digital Performance
95/100
The internal DAC is described as capable and highly configurable, with high-resolution PCM and DSD support alongside selectable processing options. What Hi-Fi found that careful setup brought extra precision and clarity, while both reviews praise the player’s refinement, consistency and freedom from intrusive digital edge.
FEATURES USABILITY PERFORMANCE 89/100
This is a CD-focused digital hub rather than a streamer, with clear physical controls and a broad set of DAC, clocking and output options. Its combination of disc playback, USB DAC capability, variable analog output and headphone amplification supports flexible use in a compact high-end system.
Streaming Software
86/100
The VRDS-701 is not a network streamer, so there is no streaming platform or control app to assess. For its intended disc-based role, reviewers found the display easy to read, the controls precise and physical interaction with the player particularly satisfying.
Features Connectivity
95/100
Connectivity is exceptionally broad for a CD player, including balanced XLR and RCA outputs, coaxial, optical and USB-C digital inputs, digital outputs and an external-clock input. Its FPGA-based DAC accepts high-resolution PCM and DSD, while the analog variable output and headphone amplifier allow it to serve directly in a range of systems.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
95/100
Both reviews present the VRDS-701 as a seriously engineered, substantial component. What Hi-Fi praises its chunky casework, crisp display and precise controls, while Audiophilia highlights machined aluminum construction, a robust switch and a smooth, quiet disc tray; the vibration-controlled VRDS mechanism also proved reliable with older CD-Rs.
Value for Money
95/100
At roughly $3,000-$4,000, the VRDS-701 is a premium specialist, but reviewers make a strong case for its price within that market. What Hi-Fi says it cannot think of a better way at this price level to hear what is stored on a CD collection, and Audiophilia calls it a must-listen for buyers who do not already own a separate DAC.
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