Onkyo C-7030 (2011)
A single-disc CD player designed for high-fidelity audio reproduction, released in 2011.
Overview
The Onkyo C-7030 is a dedicated home audio CD player built for sound quality from compact discs. Released in 2011, it works as both a CD player and a digital transport. The design aims for a clean audio signal by minimizing interference, and it uses a high-precision clock to reduce jitter. It has stereo analog outputs on RCA jacks and uses Onkyo's VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) for digital-to-analog conversion. User feedback on the sound is strong. One reviewer stated, "I am more than pleased with the sound."
Specifications
| DAC (as of Dec 2018) | Wolfson WM8524 vs. Burr Brown PCM5142 |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs |
| Analog Audio Output | Stereo RCA jacks |
| Digital-to-analog conversion method | VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) |
Design
The C-7030 was engineered specifically to optimize CD sound quality. The layout is meant to keep the signal path free from interference. A high-precision clock significantly reduces jitter.
Market
The Onkyo C-7030 was originally priced at $399.99, with later sale prices as low as $199.99. Users report a few common problems: unresponsive or erratic display screens, difficulty reading discs, and sensitivity to vibrations that causes tracking errors. It can also fail to wake from standby when the eject button is pressed, and then it needs a full power cycle.
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