The Technics SL-PS 670 D is a compact disc player manufactured by Technics in Japan between 1997 and 2000. It features a sleek black-brown exterior typical of Technics products. This model comes with a remote control for convenient operation and consumes 14 watts of power. The dimensions of the player are 430 mm wide, 114 mm high, and 290 mm deep, with a weight of 4.0 kg. The original price at launch was approximately 450 DM.
In terms of connectivity, the SL-PS 670 D includes three analog RCA outputs, an optical digital output (Toslink), and a headphone output which is adjustable. The technical specifications reveal a MASH 1-bit D/A converter, a frequency response of 2 Hz to 20 kHz with a tolerance of +-0.3 dB, a dynamic range of 98 dB, and a signal-to-noise ratio of 107 dB. The distortion factor is impressively low at 0.002% for 1 kHz at 0 dB, with total harmonic distortion at 0.0027% under the same conditions. It also boasts a channel separation of 110 dB.
The device does not support CD Text or MP3 and lacks pitch control and auto play features. Nonetheless, it offers functionalities such as shuffle, title programming, and repeat modes. It is capable of playing CD-R and CD-RW, but not HDCD. The maximum output level for headphones is 15 mW at 32 Ohms. Special features include a 10-key keyboard, a title calendar for up to 20 titles, and various playback options such as repeat, random, and A-B playback capabilities. The SL-PS 670 D is closely related to the previous model, SL-PS 670 A, and is part of a series that includes the Technics SL-PS 770 D. It is known for its high sampling reliability of the laser, providing excellent sound quality as noted in test reports from Stereoplay.
