{"product_id":"smsl-pl200-mk2-all-in-one-cd-player-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-with-ess-es9039q2m-and-plfc-balanced-hp-amp","title":"SMSL PL200 MK2 All-in-One CD Player, DAC, and Headphone Amplifier with ESS ES9039Q2M and PLFC Balanced HP Amp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-in-One: CD Player, Desktop DAC, and Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SMSL PL200 MK2 is a three-in-one audio hub that combines a high-resolution CD player, a fully-featured desktop DAC, and a dedicated balanced headphone amplifier into a single, beautifully engineered chassis. Built around the ESS ES9039Q2M DAC chip with support for PCM 32-bit\/768kHz, native DSD512, and up to 8x MQA unfolding, the PL200 MK2 delivers reference-grade digital-to-analog conversion alongside CD transport functionality, Bluetooth input and transmission, balanced XLR outputs, and SMSL's patented PLFC discrete headphone amplifier circuit — all measured and verified on an Audio Precision APx555B analyzer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eESS ES9039Q2M DAC: Modern Flagship Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ES9039Q2M is ESS Technology's latest-generation 32-bit DAC chip, delivering a measured dynamic range of 127 dB and signal-to-noise ratio of 127 dB through the balanced XLR outputs. THD+N is an astonishingly low 0.000079% (-122 dB, unweighted), placing the PL200 MK2 firmly in reference-class territory. With support for PCM up to 32-bit\/768kHz, native DSD512, and up to 8x MQA unfolding, every format in your library is decoded with bit-perfect accuracy and rendered with the transparency this converter is capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCD Transport Mode with Pure Digital Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngage Transport Mode and the PL200 MK2 disables its internal D\/A conversion and headphone amplifier circuits, operating as a pure CD transport. Optical and coaxial digital outputs feed an external DAC with a pristine, jitter-free bitstream — perfect for integrating the PL200 MK2 into an existing high-end digital chain while retaining the tactile pleasure of physical disc playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatented PLFC Fully-Balanced Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMSL's proprietary PLFC discrete headphone amplifier circuit delivers 1.5 watts per channel into 16-ohm loads and 750 mW x 2 into 32 ohms through the balanced 4.4mm output. A 3.5mm single-ended output is also provided. Two selectable gain levels (Low +4 dB, High +8 dB) allow the PL200 MK2 to drive everything from sensitive IEMs to power-hungry planar magnetic headphones with authority and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear panel is fully loaded: balanced XLR and single-ended RCA analog outputs, optical and coaxial digital outputs, USB-C audio input for DAC functionality, and an external clock input for synchronization with a reference clock generator. Input options include CD playback, USB-C DAC, and Bluetooth wireless reception. The PL200 MK2 also functions as a Bluetooth transmitter, sending audio wirelessly to Bluetooth headphones or speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQualcomm Bluetooth with LDAC and aptX HD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Qualcomm Bluetooth 5.0 platform supports SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, and LDAC codecs for high-resolution wireless reception. The PL200 MK2 also serves as a Bluetooth transmitter, allowing you to stream CD playback or any wired input source to Bluetooth headphones or speakers — a rare and genuinely useful feature for late-night listening or shared sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIPS Color Display with Lyric Synchronization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bright, fully-laminated IPS color display presents playback status, audio format, sampling rate, and system information through a redesigned, intuitive user interface. During Bluetooth playback, the display supports synchronized lyrics, adding a visual dimension to your listening that is both informative and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision CNC Aluminum Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PL200 MK2 is housed in a precision-machined aluminum chassis with a transparent window that reveals the internal component layout. Multiple low-noise voltage regulator circuits ensure clean, stable power delivery to every stage — from the digital decoder to the analog output buffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Precision APx555B Verified\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery PL200 MK2 is measured and verified using an Audio Precision APx555B analyzer, the industry-standard measurement system used by the world's leading audio manufacturers. The published specifications are not theoretical — they are independently measured and guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS ES9039Q2M (32-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C \/ Bluetooth \/ CD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA \/ XLR (Balanced) \/ 3.5mm HP \/ 4.4mm HP \/ Optical \/ Coaxial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualcomm 5.0 (SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC) — Input and Transmitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMQA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 8x Unfolding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.000079% (-122 dB, Unweighted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Range (XLR):\u003c\/strong\u003e 127 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Range (RCA):\u003c\/strong\u003e 124 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSNR (XLR):\u003c\/strong\u003e 127 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSNR (RCA):\u003c\/strong\u003e 124 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low +4 dB \/ High +8 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Output Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5W x 2 @ 16 Ohm \/ 750mW x 2 @ 32 Ohm \/ 160mW x 2 @ 150 Ohm \/ 80mW x 2 @ 300 Ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Clock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully-Laminated IPS Color Display with Lyric Sync\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandby Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 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