TEAC PD-507T CD Transport – Black

The TEAC PD-507T is a premium CD transport designed for audiophiles seeking pristine digital playback performance. Built around TEAC’s highly acclaimed in-house CD transport mechanism, this unit focuses exclusively on delivering ultra-clean digital output, making it the perfect companion for high-end DACs and digital audio systems.

By eliminating an internal DAC and optimizing every stage for signal purity, the PD-507T ensures your CDs are reproduced with exceptional clarity, precision, and dynamic range. Its advanced mechanical construction, dedicated power supplies, and external clock compatibility elevate performance beyond traditional CD transports.

Features

• High-performance CD transport with no internal DAC for pure digital output
• TEAC CD-5020A transport mechanism with proven broadcast-grade reliability
• Semi-floating mounting structure for improved soundstage and reduced vibration
• Selectable coaxial and optical digital outputs
• Independent power supplies for clock and digital output circuits
• Low phase noise crystal oscillator for precise timing
• 10MHz external clock input for system upgrade with master clock generators
• Toroidal-core transformer for clean and stable power delivery
• Amber OLED full-dot display for clear visibility
• 12V trigger input/output for system integration
• Stress-less isolation feet for vibration control
• IEC power inlet for upgradeable power cable options

Precision CD Playback

The PD-507T utilizes TEAC’s CD-5020A mechanism, widely respected in professional broadcast environments. Combined with a custom drive circuit and semi-floating architecture, it delivers stable disc reading and exceptional audio accuracy.

Optimized Digital Signal Path

With separate rectifier circuits for motor/pickup and clock/digital output stages, the PD-507T minimizes interference and ensures clean signal transmission. The ability to disable unused outputs further enhances signal purity.

External Clock Compatibility

The integrated 10MHz clock input allows connection to an external master clock, such as TEAC’s CG-10M-X, significantly improving timing accuracy and overall sound quality.

Advanced Power Design

A toroidal-core transformer and dual independent rectifier circuits provide stable, noise-free power to critical components, ensuring consistent performance and improved sonic clarity.

Elegant Design & System Integration

Designed to match TEAC’s Reference 500 Series, the PD-507T features a compact chassis, amber OLED display, and control interfaces for seamless integration with other components. The 12V trigger functionality allows synchronized operation within a full system.

Specifications

CD Section

• Supported Media: Audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW

Digital Audio Outputs

• Coaxial: RCA (Gold-Plated) ×1
• Output Level: 0.5 Vp-p
• Output Impedance: 75Ω
• Optical: TOSLINK (JEITA RC5720C) ×1

Clock Input

• Connector: BNC (Gold-Plated) ×1
• Input Frequency: 10 MHz
• Input Impedance: 50Ω
• Input Level (Square Wave): TTL Equivalent
• Input Level (Sine Wave): 0.5 to 1.0 Vrms

Control

• Trigger Input: 3.5mm Mono Mini Jack ×1 (DC 12V, 1mA)
• Trigger Output (Thru): 3.5mm Mono Mini Jack ×1

Playback Functions

• Normal, Repeat (Track/Album), Shuffle, Random, Program Playback
• Power-On Play Function
• Track Elapsed / Remaining / Total Remaining Time Display
• Dimmer Function
• Auto Power Save

Power

• Input Voltage: 120V AC (60Hz) / 220–240V AC (50/60Hz)
• Power Consumption: 4W
• Standby Power: 0.3W

Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 290 × 84.5 × 248.8 mm
• Weight: 4.0 kg (8.8 lb)

Included Accessories

• AC Power Cord
• Remote Control (RC-1338)
• AAA Batteries ×2
• Foot Pads ×3
• Owner’s Manual

Additional Information

• Finish: Black
• RoHS Compliant
• Requires External DAC for Audio Output