Tascam CD-500B Single-Rackspace CD Player (Balanced)
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Tascam CD-500B Single-Rackspace CD Player (Balanced), 20Hz-20kHz Frequency Response, 90dB Dynamic Range

SKU: TSCD500B

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Tascam CD-500B Specifications

  • Compatible Discs

    CD, CD-R and CD-RW, Audio CD (CD-DA), MP3 and WAV

  • Supported Bit/Sample Rates

    MP3: Up to 320kbps
    WAV: Up to 16-bit/48kHz
    Audio CD: 16-bit/44.1kHz

  • D to A Converters

    16-bit

  • Frequency Response

    20Hz - 20kHz +/-0.5dB

  • Dynamic Range

    95dB or More

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio

    95dB or More

  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

    0.005% or Less

  • Channel Separation

    95dB or More

  • Connectors

    1 x AC Power Input
    1 x Unbalanced Stereo RCA Output (2 Jacks, L/R)
    1 x Balanced Stereo XLR Output (2 Jacks, L/R)
    1 x Coaxial RCA S/PDIF Digital Output
    1 x Optical S/PDIF Digital Output
    1 x XLR AES/EBU Digital Output
    1 x 9-Pin RS-232C Control Connector
    1 x 15-Pin Parallel Control Connector
    1 x 3.5mm Relay In
    1 x 3.5mm Relay Out
    1 x 2.5mm Footswitch Connector
    1 x 1/4" Stereo Headphone Jack

  • Remote Control

    Wireless Remote Included, Wired Control Possible

  • Power

    100-240VAC, 50/60Hz 11W Consumption

  • Operating Temperature

    41 to 104 Deg. F (5 to 40 Deg. C)

  • Installation

    Within 30 Deg.

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    19 x 1.75 x 11.8" (483 x 45 x 301mm)

  • Weight

    8.1 lbs (3.7kg)

  • UPC Code

    043774026579

About Tascam CD-500B

The CD-500B is a slot-loading CD player with a new transport, featuring brushless motors and an edge-grabbing mechanism to prevent disc damage. A front-panel 10-key pad is available for instant access to CD tracks and flash start is available for instant playback. The CD-500B supports MP3 and WAV file playback from CD-ROM as well as traditional audio CDs.

The Tascam CD-500B includes 16% pitch control for CD playback speed. Other features include incremental play, fader start, Call/return to last play point, fade in/out, power on play and more. A variety of control and interface ports are found onto the rear panel. Both RCA unbalanced and XLR balanced analog outputs are provided, as well as S/PDIF and AES/EBU digital outputs.

The CD-500B can be controlled through RS-232C, Parallel, wireless remote control or an optional RC-3F footswitch. The reliable CD-500B is a perfect solution for installation, touring, house of worship and anywhere else rackspace is at a premium.

Tascam CD-500B Features

  • Slim and lightweight 1RU chassis fits into any standard equipment rack
  • Slot-loading mechanism takes up less space and is less prone to breakage than tray-loading drives
  • Supports audio CDs, plus CD-ROM discs with WAV files up to 16-bit/48kHz and MP3 files up to 320kbps VBR
  • Playback options include all, single, random, A/B, 99-track program, incremental play, call function, power-on play and skip back play, plus a 16% pitch control
  • Analog stereo XLR and RCA outputs are provided, which also offer mono output capability
  • Optical and coaxial S/PDIF digital outputs and an XLR AES/EBU output let you connect to digital equipment
  • The front-panel LCD display shows track elapsed/remain time, as well as remaining disc time and other vital info
  • The 10-key pad provides instant access to CD tracks
  • Frame-accurate searching, plus index search and directory search let you find the exact audio moment you need
  • Fade in/out is provided with 0-10 second fade time in 0.5 second steps. Fader start and event start are also offered
  • Resume and EOM functions built-in
  • 3.5mm relay connectors let you perform relay playback with multiple units
  • A wireless remote is included, which can be enabled or disabled
  • RS-232C, parallel and footswitch connectors are provided for versatile wired control
  • A front-panel 1/4" headphone jack provides convenient monitoring

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Key Features

  • Resume and EOM functions built-in

What's in the box:

  • Tascam CD-500B Single-Rackspace CD Player (Balanced)
  • Power Cord
  • Wireless Remote
  • 2 x AAA Batteries
  • Rack Mounting Screw Kit
  • Tascam 1 Year Limited Warranty