The Tascam CD-A580 v2 CD Player/Cassette Deck/USB Recorder is the ultimate multi-format media hub that contains some of the most popular analog formats – CD and cassette tapes.
Designed for audio professionals and music producers, the CD-A580 v2 allows for the playback and recording of CDs, cassette tapes, and MP3 files, as well as allowing you to convert analog media to digital audio formats.
Perfect for music lovers at home or business establishments such as hotels, restaurants, sports facilities, and more; the Tascam CD-A580 v2 allows you to play all your favorite audio in one place, eliminating the need for complicated setups. It can also be used for sampling CDs and tapes, allowing you to convert analog media to digital audio via the onboard USB memory recorder/player. You can even create copies of CDs and cassettes directly from the CD-A580 v2.
Jam-packed with a range of useful functions, the CD-A580 is one of the most versatile media players on the market, complete with a headphone output (with dedicated level control) for private listening. It offers a variety of different playback modes, as well as a built-in dubbing function for the cassette deck. You can also record MP3 files directly from CD, cassette, or via the line input. The CD-A580 v2 comes complete with a wireless remote control and comes housed in a 3U rack-mountable chassis.
The ultimate professional audio hub, the Tascam CD-A580 v2 allows you to play media from cassettes, CDs, and USB-based media such as flash drives. The CD-A580 v2 utilizes high-grade components to ensure optimal audio fidelity and performance, allowing you to play back your favorite music in immense detail. The cassette deck features one-way IC Logic transport control, allowing for recording and playback. You can also dub to tape from CDs or USB flash drives. The cassette deck features +/-10 percent pitch control for adjusting warped older tapes or for added fun. The CD player can playback audio CDs, MP3 CDs, CD-RW, and features various repeat playback modes for added flexibility. Additionally, you can use the CD-A580 v2 for playing back USB-based media such as MP3 files from a USB flash drive.
Convert your analog media to digital audio. The integrated USB connectivity also allows you to record MP3 files from CD, cassette, or line input sources. This eliminates the need for conversion software, allowing you to manually convert your old music collection directly to MP3. This allows you to archive your collection for personal use or for professional applications such as sampling your old tapes and CDs. The USB flash drive recorder/player provides you with a range of controls, including folder repeat playback, shuffle, and program playback, as well as manual file division via Tape/Line.
Rack-mountable design with wireless remote control. The robust aluminum chassis features a black paint finish that not only looks sleek but turns the media player into a heavy-duty powerhouse. It measures 3U and features integrated rack ears for quick and easy mounting capabilities, ideal for the studio. It also features a front-panel headphone output with independent level control for private monitoring of your audio. The LCD display provides you with information on your media, including file names, track times, and more. The rear of the unit also features an unbalanced line I/O for added flexibility. Additionally, the player comes complete with a wireless remote control.
Features:
– Cassette Deck
– IC logic transport control
– Dubbing function for recording from CD
– Pitch control (+/-10 percent)
– Support for a range of cassette types
– CD Player
– Play CD-R and CD-RW in CD-DA and data formats (MP3)
– Shuffle playback, program playback
– Various repeat modes available (Single/All/Program)
– Playback modes when dubbing (Program/Shuffle/Repeat)
– Anti-shock memory (two seconds)
– Power-on playback function
– USB Memory Recorder/Player
– Record to MP3 files from CD, cassette tape, or line input
– MP3 playback (supports folders)
– Shuffle/program playback
– Folder repeat playback
– Manual file division when recording from tapes or line input
– Automatic file division (when recording from CD)
– General
– RCA unbalanced analog inputs and outputs
– Headphone output with level control
– Crisp display with level meters
– Complete with wireless remote control
– 3U rack-mountable chassis
Specifications:
– Ratings (Cassette Deck)
– Track System: Stereo
– Head Structure: Record/playback head x1, Erase head x1
– Tape Type: Cassette Tape (C-10 – C-90)
– Supported Cassette Type:
– Playback: Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II), Metal (TYPE IV)
– Recording: Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II)
– Wow and Flutter: 0.25 percent (WRMS)
– Frequency Response: 50 – 12.5kHz +/-4dB (Chrome Normal)
– S/N Ratio: 59dB (Maximum input level A-weighted)
– Analog Inputs and Outputs (Cassette Deck)
– Line Input (unbalanced): RCA, Nominal input level: -4.5 dBu (0.46 V), Input impedance: > 50 k ohms
– Line output (unbalanced): RCA, Nominal output level: -4.5 dBu (0.46 V), Nominal output impedance: > 50 k ohms
– Ratings (CD Player)
– Supported Disc Types: CD, CD-R, CD-RW (12 cm, 8 cm)
– Supported Disc Formats:
– Audio CD: File format: CD-DA, Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, Quantization bit rate: 16-bit, Audio channels: 2
– Data CD (ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2): File format: MP3, Modes: Stereo, Joint Stereo, Dual Channel, Mono, Sampling Frequency: 16 kHz – 48 kHz, Bit Rates: 8 kbit/s – 320 kbit/s, Other: Not compatible with DRM (Digital Rights Management)
– Audio Performance (CD Player)
– Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz +/-2 dB
– Distortion (THD + N): < 0.02 percent (1 kHz)
- S/N Ratio: > 87 dB (IHF-A)
– Maximum Output Level: +6 dBV (2 V)
– Ratings (USB recorder/player)
– Playback: File Format: MP3, Sampling Frequency: 16 kHz – 48 kHz, Bit Rate: 8 kbit/s – 320 kbit/s
– Recording: File Format: MP3, Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz, Bit Rate: 128 kbit/s
– Folder Support: up to 8 levels
– Audio Performance (USB recorder/player)
– Playback: Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/-2 dB), S/N Ratio: > 85 dB
– Recording: Frequency Response: CD -> USB: 20 Hz – 15 kHz (+/-3 dB), LINE IN -> USB: 100 Hz – 15 kHz (+/-3 dB), S/N Ratio: > 85dB
– Analog Input and Output (USB Recorder/Player)
– Nominal Input Level (RCA): -4.5 dBu (0.46 V)
– Maximum Output Level (RCA): +6 dBV (2.0 V)
– USB port: USB 2.0 FULL SPEED (12 Mbit/s), Connector: USB A-type
– Headphone Output Connector: 6.3-mm stereo jack, Nominal Output Level: 10 mW + 10 mW, Distortion (THD+N): 0.1 percent (32 ohms CD MONITOR)
– Power Supply and Physical
– Power: AC 230 V 50–60 Hz
– Power Consumption: 13 W
– Dimensions (W × H × D): 483 mm × 139 mm × 290 mm
– Weight: 6.0 kg
– Permissible Operating Temperature: 5–35 °C
– Product Code: CD-A580V2
