Vincent CD S1.2
Vincent hybrid CD player combining a Burr Brown converter and tube output stage, with multiple digital inputs and XLR outputs.
Description
The Vincent CD S1.2 is a hybrid-technology hi-fi CD player, combining transistor circuits with a tube output stage. It is positioned as the successor to the CD 1.1 and features three digital inputs (coaxial, optical and USB), which also allow it to function as an external digital-to-analogue converter for other sources.
Audio decoding is handled by a Burr Brown PCM1796 converter, capable of processing streams up to 24-bit/192 kHz, paired with a Philips-Sanyo transport mechanism. This combination aims for a dynamic and detailed reproduction. The output stage uses a 6N16 mini-tube, which adds body and realism to tonal colours without blunting the precision of transients. A dedicated analogue filtering circuit (GIC Low Pass Filter) is involved in signal transmission, and the unit is compatible with the HDCD format.
This player is aimed at hi-fi enthusiasts seeking a versatile CD source, capable of integrating into a high-end system thanks to its balanced XLR outputs, while also retaining a headphone output for direct headphones listening.
Technical specifications
| Converter | Burr Brown PCM1796 |
| Decoding resolution | 24-bit/192 kHz |
| Transport mechanism | Philips-Sanyo |
| Output stage | Tube 6N16 |
| Digital inputs | Coaxial, optical, USB |
| Outputs | Balanced XLR, headphone jack |
| Compatible format | HDCD |
What to check before buying used
The optical block and Philips-Sanyo transport deserve careful checking: a tray that struggles to open, a lengthened start-up reading time or a rejected CD indicate wear to anticipate. The 6N16 mini-tube in the output stage is an ageing component whose sound may weaken over time, a point worth listening for before any purchase. It is also advisable to test all three digital inputs and the XLR outputs to rule out any loose contact or connector oxidation.
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