The DCD-500AE incorporates a 192 kHz/24 bit D/A converter that removes much more of the distortion that plagues high frequencies, bringing music lovers a cleaner, more detailed sound compared with conventional models in this class. Carefully designed construction to preserve audio signal purity The CD drive mechanism has been located at the center of the DCD- 500AE's chassis to balance the weight of the body. Vibration that occurs while the drive's motor operates is also suppressed to an absolute minimum so that it does not affect sound quality. To further eliminate adverse influences on the audio signal, the DCD-500AE's transformer has been mounted in a position that keeps leakage flux away from the audio circuit. Black only available.