PrimaLuna
PrimaLuna ProLogue Classic CD Player
Best high fidelity player for discerning music enthusiasts.
Experience unparalleled audio fidelity with this advanced CD player, featuring revolutionary tube-based data clocking for enhanced resolution and clarity. Its true dual-mono design and vacuum tube rectified power supply, inspired by acclaimed preamplifiers, deliver a rich, organic sound signature. Meticulous point-to-point wiring and premium components ensure exceptional detail retrieval and superior signal integrity. This player also includes a high-resolution USB digital input and robust construction for lasting performance, offering a truly immersive listening experience.
$2999.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
56
/ 584
#56 in CD Players & Recorders
Price vs Category Average
-47%
Below average
Price
2999
/ $,
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking a warm, analog-like sound from their digital collection
- Listeners valuing durable, well-engineered audio components built to last
- Enthusiasts desiring premium tube sound without an exorbitant price tag
Who should skip it
- Users expecting versatile digital inputs or integrated streaming capabilities
- Consumers preferring maintenance-free solid-state components for their audio setup
- Critical listeners who prioritize absolute neutrality and transparency in their audio
Performance breakdown
Sonic Warmth
Vacuum tube rectification delivers a rich, organic texture to digital playback.
Signal Integrity
Point-to-point wiring minimizes interference for a remarkably clean signal path.
Clocking Precision
SuperTubeClock technology significantly reduces jitter for superior detail and resolution.
Build Craftsmanship
Robust construction and premium components ensure long-term reliability and performance.
Channel Separation
True dual-mono design creates a wide, immersive soundstage with distinct imaging.
Digital Versatility
High-resolution USB input bridges the gap between legacy discs and streaming.
Key Specs
Price
$2,999
Frequency Response
20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.5dB
Output Voltage
2V +/- 0.5dB
Distortion & Noise
Below -96dB
Channel Separation
90dB
Dynamic Range
Greater than 120dB
Power Consumption
50 watts
Tube Complement
2 - 12AX7, 2 - 12AU7, 2 - 5AR4
Know before you buy
The SuperTubeClock™ replaces the standard solid-state clock with a vacuum tube circuit. This reduces jitter and improves the precision of the digital-to-analog conversion, resulting in greater resolution, detail, and a more natural sound profile.
Yes, the ProLogue Classic features a high-resolution USB digital input. This allows you to connect a computer or other digital transport to utilize the player's internal Burr Brown PCM1792 DAC and tube-based output stage.
By using completely independent circuitry for the left and right channels, including dual vacuum tube rectification, the player achieves superior channel separation. This results in a wider, more stable soundstage and improved imaging.
Point-to-point wiring eliminates the need for printed circuit boards in the signal path, which can often degrade signal integrity. This traditional construction method ensures a cleaner, more direct path for the audio signal, contributing to the player's overall clarity.
The unit uses a specific tube complement of 12AX7, 12AU7, and 5AR4 tubes. PrimaLuna has incorporated features to extend tube life, but like any tube-based component, you should expect to replace them periodically as they naturally wear out over time.
Because this player uses vacuum tubes, it generates heat during operation. It should be placed on a stable surface with adequate airflow around the chassis to ensure the components remain within their optimal operating temperature range.
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