CD player and DAC Rega SATURN MK3

The Rega Saturn MK3 is a state-of-the-art CD player and digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that offers maximum flexibility and integration into any audio system. The new body design meets the latest standards of the Rega line. The Saturn MK3 is effectively two devices in one, including an independent DAC and a high-quality CD player, and is fully controlled via the Solaris Remote.

The device provides many connection options. The Saturn MK3 has two optical inputs, two coaxial inputs, an asynchronous USB input, and an additional "direct" digital output from the CD player section. This allows the Saturn MK3 to seamlessly integrate into any system and makes it the ideal partner for the Rega Elicit MK5 integrated amplifier.
The Saturn MK3 uses proven DAC technology and an analog output amplifier with a pair of Wolfson WM8742 DACs. The CD section's power supply was developed based on research and development from Rega's reference CD player, incorporating improved microcontrollers and display drivers.

The CD section of the Saturn MK3 uses a stable master clock and powerful power supply, a high-performance PLL digital interface, isolated digital inputs, and a high-performance power supply architecture in the DAC section. Signal switching between CD and DAC functions is performed at the digital-to-analog conversion stage, minimizing the signal path in CD mode.

The DAC's USB input has been enhanced for asynchronous operation at 44.1 to 192 kHz sampling rates with up to 24-bit bitrate. The USB input has the same galvanic isolation as the Rega DAC-R and uses dedicated PC drivers, eliminating signal degradation caused by standard Windows drivers.

Features

• Dual Wolfson WM8742 DACs
• Asynchronous USB 192 kHz / 24 bit
• Improved amplifier output circuit
• Improved digital power supplies
• Two optical inputs, two coaxial inputs, "direct" digital output from the CD section
• Remote control included
• Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

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