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Musical Fidelity M2sCD CD Player
$1,499.00
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Musical Fidelity M2sCD CD Player
Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the Musical Fidelity M2sCD is an audiophile-grade CD player engineered to deliver serious hi-fi performance at an accessible price point. Built on decades of Musical Fidelity engineering expertise, the M2sCD features a premium metal chassis, a proprietary mains choke filter, and a high-tech DigitalStream noise filter — technologies that work together to eliminate noise, reduce jitter, and extract every detail from your discs.
Why the Musical Fidelity M2sCD?
The M2sCD is the ideal upgrade for listeners who want to rediscover their CD collection. Reviewers at What Hi-Fi? describe it as sounding "expansive, detailed and delicately layered," while Hi-Fi News praised the M2sCD and its matching M2si amplifier as "punchy, bouncy and beautifully dynamic." Hifi Pig noted it "casts a good and spacious soundstage with excellent clarity." At Vinyl Sound Toronto, we carry it alongside the matching M2si integrated amplifier for a complete, synergistic hi-fi system.
Key Features
- 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential DAC with 8× oversampling — trickle-down technology from Musical Fidelity's high-end range
- Mains choke filter + DigitalStream noise filter for an ultra-clean power supply
- Total correlated jitter <135 picoseconds — virtually eliminates timing errors
- THD <0.003% from 10 Hz to 20 kHz for a virtually distortion-free signal
- Signal-to-noise ratio >117 dB (A-weighted)
- Channel separation >105 dB across the full audio band
- Slot-loading CD mechanism with high-quality servo system
- Analogue RCA outputs + coaxial SPDIF + TOSLINK optical digital outputs
- Solid full-width metal casework (440 mm) available in silver or black
- Pairs perfectly with the Musical Fidelity M2si integrated amplifier
Specifications
| Category | Specification | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Output | Output impedance | 50 ohms |
| Output | RCA output level (0 dB) | 2.2 V r.m.s. nominal |
| DAC | DAC circuit | 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential, 8× oversampling |
| DAC | Total correlated jitter | <135 ps peak-to-peak |
| DAC | Linearity | <0.1 dB down to −96 dB |
| DAC | Frequency response | 10 Hz – 20 kHz, −0.2 dB max |
| DAC | Channel separation | >105 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
| DAC | Signal-to-noise ratio | >117 dB (A-weighted) |
| DAC | Total harmonic distortion | <0.003% (10 Hz – 20 kHz) |
| Connections | Analogue outputs | 1 pair RCA (L/R) |
| Connections | Digital outputs | 1× RCA coaxial SPDIF, 1× TOSLINK optical |
| Power | Mains voltage | 115/230 VAC 50/60 Hz (factory preset); 100 VAC optional |
| Power | Consumption | 20 W maximum |
| Dimensions | Width | 440 mm (17⅓") |
| Dimensions | Height (incl. feet) | 100 mm (4") |
| Dimensions | Depth (incl. terminals) | 375 mm (14¾") |
| Weight | Unit only | 6.65 kg (14⅔ lbs) |
| Weight | Shipping weight | 10.5 kg (23 lbs) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Musical Fidelity M2sCD different from other CD players?
The M2sCD combines a mains choke filter with a DigitalStream noise filter — a dual-filter approach rarely found at this price. The result is an exceptionally clean power supply that minimises noise and jitter, giving you more detail and a more musical sound from your CDs.
Does the Musical Fidelity M2sCD work as a standalone DAC?
No. The M2sCD is a dedicated CD player with no digital inputs. It does, however, provide coaxial SPDIF and TOSLINK optical outputs, so you can use it as a high-quality CD transport with an external DAC if desired.
Is the M2sCD compatible with the Musical Fidelity M2si amplifier?
Yes. The M2sCD is purpose-matched to the M2si integrated amplifier. Both share the same dimensions and aesthetic. Multiple reviewers — including Hi-Fi News and Audio Appraisal — confirm the two components form an excellent, synergistic pairing.
What outputs does the Musical Fidelity M2sCD have?
The M2sCD provides one pair of analogue RCA line-level outputs, one RCA coaxial SPDIF digital output, and one TOSLINK optical digital output. There are no digital inputs, no headphone output, and no streaming capability — it is a dedicated, no-compromise CD player.
Where can I buy the Musical Fidelity M2sCD in Toronto, Canada?
The Musical Fidelity M2sCD is available at Vinyl Sound, Toronto's dedicated hi-fi specialty store. Contact us or visit our store to audition it alongside the matching M2si integrated amplifier.
What is the THD and signal-to-noise ratio of the M2sCD?
The M2sCD measures THD below 0.003% across the full 10 Hz–20 kHz bandwidth, with a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 117 dB (A-weighted) — performance figures that rival players costing significantly more.
Does the M2sCD support hi-res audio or streaming?
No. The M2sCD is built exclusively for CD playback. It does not support high-resolution audio files, USB input, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or streaming. This focused design allows Musical Fidelity to optimise every component for the best possible CD performance.
What do professional reviewers say about the Musical Fidelity M2sCD?
What Hi-Fi? says it "sounds expansive, detailed and delicately layered" with "little competition at the price." Hifi Pig praises its "good and spacious soundstage with excellent clarity." Gramophone noted "the CD player, run through a high-end amplifier system, showed how persuasively it can play a disc." Stereo magazine awarded it an "Excellent" price/performance rating.
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