Yamaha CD-S2100SL Natural Sound CD Player - Silver
The Yamaha CD-S2100SL Natural Sound CD Player is a high-end audio device that delivers an exceptional listening experience. The player features a left-right symmetrical constructi…
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The Yamaha CD-S2100SL Natural Sound CD Player has been on the market for several years, but it is still being sold despite recurring problems with the DAC. Users have reported that the player skips and cuts in and out during playback until it gets hot, and it is slow to load and read discs. However, once warmed up, it provides a decent sound quality that is "polite," "neutral," and "honest." The player is best suited for small-scale classical chamber music, acoustic jazz groups, and choirs, but it lacks dynamic power and heft for large-scale orchestral music or opera. The player is also not very detailed and does not fully reveal the little clicks of keys, finger on the string during pizzicato, or the intake of breath from the players. It is stereo-only SACD player and cannot play the multi-channel layer. Despite its flaws, the Yamaha CD-S2100SL Natural Sound CD Player is better than average and sounds better than run-of-the-mill players in the $1,000 range.
- Pros:
- High-performance, high-resolution 32-bit DAC from ESS for an airy, open and transparent sound with all the audio data intact
- Built-in USB DAC functions are compatible with high-resolution audio sources
- Reinforcing anchors and rigid CD mechanism for high precision signal reading
- Independent configuration of digital/analogue circuits with optimization of power supply
- Cons:
- Recurring problems with the DAC causing skipping and cutting in and out during playback until it gets hot
- Very slow to load, read the disc, and make itself ready for action
- Finicky about the disc you want it to play
- Operationally very slow to load, read the disc, and make itself ready for action
- Expensive at $3,000
As an AI product expert, I would not recommend the Yamaha CD-S2100SL Natural Sound CD Player due to its recurring problems with the DAC and its high price point. There are other CD players on the market that offer similar or better sound quality at a lower price point and without the operational issues.
FAQ
Product: Yamaha CD-S2100SL Natural Sound CD Player CD-S2100 Silver - Electronics
Specifications:
- Brand: Yamaha Audio
- Manufacturer: Yamaha Electronics
- Model Number: CD-S2100SL
- Category: Electronics > Home Audio > Stereo System Components > CD & Tape Players > CD Players
- Product Dimensions: 22 x 21.25 x 9.75 inches; 35.2 Pounds
- Item model number: CD-S2100SL
- Batteries: 2 AAA batteries required.
- Date First Available: June 30, 2014
- ASIN: B00K57KM2O
- Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Electronics
- Color: Silver
- Connectivity Technology: USB
- Included Components: CD
- Supported Audio Format: MP3
- Dimensions: 22 x 21.25 x 9.75 inches; 35.2 Pounds
FAQ:
Q1. Is this a BNIB or a refurbished player?
A1. The product may be refurbished, but it is not clear from the information provided.
Q2. Can you search for individual songs on a CD player?
A2. Yes, you can program random tracks for playback or just select a single track.
Q3. How many CDs does it hold?
A3. It is a single-CD player.
Q4. How tall is this player, including the feet?
A4. The height of the player is approximately 14 cm.
Q5. Can I use my iPod with this model?
A5. Yes, you can use your iPod with this model if you connect it via USB and if the CD can read the format you are using in your iPod.
Q6. Do I need to buy an amplifier to listen to music with headphones?
A6. Yes, you need an amplifier to listen to music with headphones.
Q7. Have you guys faced problems with CD S2100 after a few years of use?
A7. Some customers have reported problems with the Yamaha CD-S2100, such as skipping and difficulty reading discs. However, others have had positive experiences with the product.
Q8. What are the features of this CD player?
A8. The Yamaha CD-S2100 features left-right symmetrical construction and independent configuration of digital/analogue circuits with optimization of power supply. It also has reinforcing anchors and a rigid CD mechanism for high precision signal reading. The high-performance, high-resolution 32-bit DAC from ESS provides an airy, open, and transparent sound with all the audio data intact. The built-in USB DAC functions are compatible with high-resolution audio sources, allowing the use of the superior D/A conversion capability of the CD-S2100. The signal-to-noise ratio is 116 dB, and the output level is 2 +/- 0.3 V (1 kHz, 0 dB).
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| Brand | Yamaha Audio |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Electronics |
| Model Number | CD-S2100SL |
| Category | Electronics > Home Audio > Stereo System Components > CD & Tape Players > CD Players |
| Color | Silver |
| Dimensions | 22 x 21.25 x 9.75 inches; 35.2 Pounds |
| First Available | June 30, 2014 |
| Product Dimensions | 22 x 21.25 x 9.75 inches; 35.2 Pounds |
| Item model number | CD-S2100SL |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
| Date First Available | June 30, 2014 |
| ASIN | B00K57KM2O |
| Best Sellers Rank | See Top 100 in Electronics |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Included Components | CD |
| Supported Audio Format | MP3 |