The Luxman D-600s is a CD player manufactured between 1997 and 2000 in Japan. It features a striking design with a front panel in aluminum gold and a wood piano lacquer housing. The unit is equipped with a variety of outputs, including unbalanced and balanced outputs (both at 2V), digital output (coaxial at 0.5Vp-p and AES/EBU at 5Vp-p), and a headphone output. The D-600s employs a 16-bit D/A converter for high-quality audio reproduction, with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Its frequency response extends from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with minimal deviation (± 0.5 dB), and it boasts a dynamic range of 96 dB and a signal-to-noise ratio of 100 dB. Channel separation is impressive at 103 dB. The player employs an HDCD decoder for optimal playback of HDCD-encoded discs, enhancing the reproducing capabilities beyond standard CDs. The D-600s incorporates a unique drive mechanism with built-in digital signal processing to ensure precise signal reading, employing high-density FRP resin to minimize resonance. Power supply details indicate separate regulator circuits for analog and digital components to prevent interference. The chassis design includes several shielded compartments, enhancing signal integrity and further reducing noise. Additionally, the player comes with a wireless remote control, offering convenience in operation. With dimensions of 467 x 144 x 396 mm and a weight of 9.5 kg, the D-600s was priced at approximately 149,000 Yen at launch.
