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SMSL PL150 Audiophile CD Player CS43198 with Headphone Jack
SMSL PL150 Audiophile CD Player CS43198 with Headphone Jack
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SMSL PL150 Audiophile MQA-CD Player
A compact reference on your desktop. Combining a flagship Cirrus Logic CS43198 decoding core with a smooth slot-in mechanical loader and balanced headphone outputs.
Six Core Pillars of Sound
Flagship CS43198 DAC
Employs Cirrus Logic's reference DAC chip to translate CD tracks with breathtaking spatial detail and warmth.
Precision Slot-In Loader
Premium slot-in mechanical loading component ensures reliable and stable 12cm CD playback.
4.4mm Balanced Out
Features a dedicated 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm unbalanced headphone drive with adjustable output volume.
Digital Raw Transports
Optical and Coaxial outputs support pristine digital raw data transmission directly to your high-end external DAC.
Type-C DC 5V Powered
Extremely low-power 4W design driven by standard 5V/2A input, compatible with power banks or laptop ports.
Rigid Aluminum Face
Features a premium CNC-milled aluminum alloy faceplate, providing excellent structural noise shielding.
Unlocking the True Potential of Your CD Collection
Rediscover the subtle textures of physical Red Book CDs. The SMSL PL150 desktop CD player houses Cirrus Logic's premium flagship CS43198 decoding chip, achieving an exceptional signal-to-noise ratio of 110dB. By extracting microscopic details from standard 12cm CDs with standard-setting temporal accuracy, the PL150 delivers an airy, expansive soundstage with a warm, natural, and highly liquid midrange.
Automobile-Grade Suspension Anti-Vibration Mechanical Drive
Traditional tray-loading CD drives are highly sensitive to physical vibration, causing read skipping and phase jitter. The PL150 is built with an automobile-grade slot-in CD transport mechanism. Its premium mechanical shock absorption isolates the reading head from desk movements or cabinet resonance, ensuring stable, uninterrupted laser tracking on any surface, accepting standard CDs, CD-R/RW, and MP3 CDs.
Infinite Desktop Portability & Dual Headphone Outputs
Housed in an incredibly compact, space-saving 205mm chassis, the PL150 is designed for modern listening spaces. Operating on an ultra-low power consumption of just 4W, it is powered over a standard DC 5V/2A Type-C power input port, meaning you can power it with standard USB chargers or portable power banks. On the front panel, a high-power 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended headphone out provide flexible connectivity for reference earphones.
Acoustic Versatility Blueprint
The PL150 functions dynamically across three reference system configurations to suit different listening environments:
Directly connect your favorite reference IEMs or full-size dynamic headphones. The front-panel volume increase/decrease buttons and the remote control RC-8C regulate the high-power headphone amp outputs smoothly.
Output the equalized, uncompressed analog signal directly to your reference integrated amplifier or active desktop bookshelf speakers via the gold-plated RCA outputs, securing standard 2Vrms line levels.
Transmit pristine, untouched digital raw data directly to external high-end DACs (such as the D100 or VMV series) using the coaxial or optical digital outputs, utilizing the PL150 as a dedicated master CD transport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the PL150 support connecting to an external DAC?
Yes, it does. With both Optical and Coaxial outputs available on the rear panel, the PL150 can function as a dedicated digital CD transport, sending the raw, uncompressed digital audio stream directly to any high-end external DAC or processor.
Can the PL150 be powered by a portable power bank?
Yes! Operating on an extremely low power consumption of just 4W, the PL150 uses a standard DC 5V/2A Type-C power input port. It can be powered by standard phone chargers, laptop USB ports, or portable power banks, offering excellent flexibility.
Are both the headphone and line outputs volume-adjustable?
No, they are not. The volume adjustments on the front panel and remote control RC-8C affect the 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended headphone outputs only. The analog RCA line outputs are fixed line-level outputs designed to connect directly to amplifiers or active monitors with their own volume control.
What types of recorded CDs can this unit play?
The premium slot-in mechanical loader supports standard 12cm audio CDs, recorded CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and MP3 CDs seamlessly, reading track layouts accurately.
What is the advantage of the flagship CS43198 DAC?
The CS43198 is Cirrus Logic's premium reference-grade decoding chip, praised in audiophile circles for its exceptional linearity, low noise floor, and warm, musical midrange presentation. It ensures the PL150 can decode digital CD data with master-grade resolution.
SMSL PL150 Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Input Interface | CD Transport / CD Loader (Supports 12cm discs) |
| Output Interfaces | RCA Line Output / 4.4mm Balanced Headphone / 3.5mm Headphone / Coaxial / Optical |
| Disc Format Support | CD / CD-R / CD-RW / MP3 CD |
| Analog Output Level | RCA: 2Vrms (FIXED) |
| Headphone Output Power | 32Ω: 60mW x 2 (Volume Adjustable) |
| THD+N | 0.001% |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 110dB |
| Power Consumption | 4W (Standby power <0.1W) |
| Power Input Port | DC 5V / 2A (Requires 5.5 x 2.1mm plug size) |
| Dimensions & Weight | 205 x 42.8 x 144.7 mm (WxHxD) | 1.145kg (2.52lbs) |
In the Box
Every SMSL PL150 package includes a comprehensive set of accessories, allowing you to connect and synchronize your system components immediately:
- SMSL PL150 Reference Desktop CD Player
- Full-Function Remote Control
- DC 5V/2A Power Cable (with 5.5x2.1mm plug)
- Warranty Card
- User Manual
