CD PLAYER

The Audia Flight FL CD Three S is a superbly engineered, high-value CD player designed for true music lovers who demand exceptional sound without compromising their budget. From its refined Italian exterior to its meticulous internal architecture, the FL CD Three S embodies elegance, performance, and precision. Its robust chassis features solid casework and a thick 10mm aluminum front panel, providing both durability and aesthetic appeal. The compact, ergonomic remote—milled from solid aluminum—feels substantial and intuitive in the hand. A large, vibrant blue OLED display keeps you clearly informed of playback status and system information. Unlike many players that rely on repurposed computer drives, the FL CD Three S employs a dedicated CD transport optimized for single-speed playback, ensuring superior sonic accuracy and disc stability. At its heart is the advanced ESS Sabre ES9026PRO 32-bit DAC chipset, renowned for its exceptional resolution and dynamic range. Audia Flight further enhances sonic performance with a choice of seven digital filters, including a modernized version of the acclaimed filter from the original Flight CD One—allowing you to tailor the sound to your preference. Internally, the FL CD Three S benefits from two fully independent toroidal power supplies: one for the analog section and another for the digital circuitry. Importantly, even the DAC’s analog output stage is powered by the dedicated analog supply—an uncommon detail that contributes to the unit’s remarkably natural and dynamic sound. The analog output stage features Class A, discrete current-feedback technology, a signature Audia Flight design, and the entire output path is fully balanced, offering both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) analog outputs. A digital output is also available for system flexibility. In addition, the FL CD Three S can be transformed into a standalone DAC via an optional digital input board, which includes five digital inputs (2 x Optical, 1 x AES/EBU, 1 x Coaxial, 1 x USB). This upgrade can be retrofitted at any time. The USB input supports high-resolution formats up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512, making the player a future-proof digital hub. All digital inputs are galvanically isolated to prevent noise contamination from connected digital sources. Lastly, the analog output stage offers the flexibility of both fixed and variable output, allowing you to connect the FL CD Three S directly to a power amplifier if desired.

The FL CD 3 S optional digital inputs board

Technical data

Frequency response: 0.5 Hz – 20 KHz ± 0.1dB
Upsampling: 32 bits, 768 KHz
Dynamic Range: 126 dB
THD + Noise: > – 113 dB
Balanced and unbalanced outputs
Maximum output voltage: 2.5 Vrms
Output impedance: 200 ohms
S/PDIF digital output
Stand-by power consumption: less than 1 W
Power consumption: 50 W
Main voltage AC (50-60 Hz): 100, 110-115, 220-230, 240 V
Dimensions: 450 x 110 x 430 mm (WxHxD)
Weight: 10 kg
Shipping dimensions: 560 x 280 x 600 mm (WxHxD)
Shipping weight: 15.5 kg
Available finish: silver or black