{"product_id":"rotel-rcd1572-mk-ii-cd-player","title":"Rotel RCD1572 MK II CD Player","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:92efe3e9-48ba-4950-844f-61d4f9dcc9f7-61\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-122\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8b708e80-7570-4cc9-98de-86d8f9245a37\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eThe Rotel RCD-1572 MKII is a dedicated CD player designed for systems where physical media still plays a central role. Built as part of Rotel’s 15 Series, it combines a precision transport mechanism with a high-performance DAC and carefully engineered power supply—focused on extracting the most from a CD collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eAt the heart of the unit is a purpose-built CD transport, designed for accurate disc reading and reliable operation. The MKII version introduces an updated drive mechanism and controller chipset, along with refinements to internal circuit layout and component selection. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThese updates improve overall stability and reduce mechanical and electrical noise during playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eDigital conversion is handled by a premium Texas Instruments 32-bit \/ 384kHz DAC, supported by Rotel’s Balanced Design Concept. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis ensures precise signal processing and consistent performance, whether using the player’s internal DAC or feeding an external system via its digital output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eThe power supply is equally considered. An in-house manufactured toroidal transformer provides isolated power to the analogue, digital, and transport sections, reducing interference and maintaining a low noise floor. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis level of separation is a key part of the design, helping preserve signal integrity from disc to output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eConnectivity is designed for flexibility. The RCD-1572 MKII includes balanced XLR and single-ended RCA analogue outputs, along with a coaxial digital output for use as a dedicated transport. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis allows it to integrate easily into both traditional and modern systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003eThe chassis follows Rotel’s clean, functional design, with a smooth tray-loading mechanism, front-panel display, and intuitive controls. Its 2U form factor makes it easy to integrate into standard racks or matching component stacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t52tsj\" data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003ePurpose-built CD transport with updated MKII mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m2ylbd\" data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003e32-bit \/ 384kHz Texas Instruments DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8y883m\" data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eIn-house toroidal transformer with isolated power supply sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w1u8e8\" data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003eBalanced (XLR) and RCA analogue outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17y8e6s\" data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003eCoaxial digital output for use as a transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16xtbay\" data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eRefined internal layout with reduced noise and distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o71fv3\" data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eSmooth tray-loading design with front-panel display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"167aonc\" data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e2U chassis suitable for rack or system integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003eThe Rotel RCD-1572 MKII is built for listeners who value physical media—offering a dedicated, well-engineered solution for CD playback with the flexibility to integrate into modern systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Rotel","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45116258222133,"sku":"RCD1572MKII-Black","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":45116258254901,"sku":"RCD1572MKII-Silver","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2246\/9355\/files\/Rotel_RCD1572_MK_II_Black.jpg?v=1776032562","url":"https:\/\/hificentre.com\/products\/rotel-rcd1572-mk-ii-cd-player","provider":"Hi-Fi Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}