Audiolab 6000CDT MKII CD Transport

Audiolab 6000CDT MKII CD Transport

Rediscover your CD collection with the next generation of Audiolab’s dedicated CD transport. The 6000CDT MKII builds on the original 6000CDT with an all-new disc mechanism, revised servo control, refined power supply and transformer design, and updated precision master clocking. Together, these improvements are designed for quieter operation, dependable disc reading and accurate digital signal delivery.

Whether you're revisiting favourite albums or enjoying an extensive CD collection, the 6000CDT MKII puts the focus firmly on your music. Its full-width chassis and matching styling make it a natural partner for the Audiolab 6000A MKII amplifier, while its digital connections allow it to work with a wide choice of compatible DACs and amplifiers.

What’s new in the MKII?

• New CD mechanism: improved stability, quieter operation and faster response when loading discs or changing tracks.
• Revised servo architecture: precise control of laser focus, tracking and disc speed, helping reliable reading even with imperfect discs.
• Reworked power supply and transformer: manages the different demands of the motor, control circuits and sensitive digital output stages.
• Updated precision master clock: engineered to provide stable timing for clean, accurate digital output.

Designed for your hi-fi system

• Dedicated CD transport with coaxial and optical S/PDIF digital outputs.
• Compatible with CD, CD-R, CD-RW and Data CD formats.
• 12V trigger input and trigger-link output for convenient system integration.
• Direct track access, repeat, random play and programming for up to 99 tracks.
• Display on/off control, selectable automatic standby and USB firmware-upgrade capability.
• Available in Black and Deep Silver finishes.

Important: This is a dedicated CD transport, not a conventional CD player with analogue outputs. To listen, connect it to a compatible external DAC or an amplifier with a suitable coaxial or optical digital input.

Technical specifications

• Digital outputs: 1 × coaxial (75 ohm), 1 × optical
• Digital output level: 500 ± 50mVpp
• Sampling rates: 44.1kHz for audio CD/CD-R/CD-RW; 44.1–96kHz for Data CD
• Frequency response: −0.01dB (20Hz–20kHz, reference 1kHz)
• Standby power consumption: less than 0.5W
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 445 × 80 × 307mm
• Net weight: 5.5kg
• Carton dimensions (W × H × D): 512 × 158 × 470mm
• Gross weight: 7.2kg

Newly announced model; UK availability is expected from late November 2026. Timing is subject to supplier confirmation.