AUDIO ANALOGUE MAESTRO CD

Second-hand. In excellent conditions. No visible signs of wear. Without original packaging.

The Audio Analogue Maestro CD player represents the pinnacle of the Tuscan company’s production, inaugurating a dedicated line — the Maestro series — that sits well above the already acclaimed Grandi Compositori series (Puccini, Paganini, Donizetti, Bellini) in terms of design and performance.

Aesthetically identical to the Paganini model, the Maestro inherits a robust, specially modified Sony transport and part of the internal architecture. However, it is in the heart of the sound where it truly stands out: digital conversion is handled by an Analog Devices AD1855 DAC, capable of processing signals at 24-bit / 96 kHz, while the power supply is strengthened by a second dedicated toroidal transformer. The result is a player that can also function as a standalone DAC, thanks to a coaxial digital input on the rear panel.

Internally, the layout is clean and logical, reflecting the high level of engineering and build quality. Every detail embodies Audio Analogue’s design philosophy: elegance, balance, and respect for the audio signal.

From the very first listen, the Maestro asserts itself as a CD player with a transparent and refined character. The high frequencies are airy, crystalline, and precise, delivering metallic percussive instruments — such as cymbals, triangles, and bells — with striking realism and brilliance. The midrange, the device’s true strength, is clear, well-defined, and able to render every vocal nuance — male or female — with exceptional naturalness.

The bass response is linear and well-controlled, always maintaining an elegant character. In more energetic passages, it tends to prioritize detail and precision over sheer physical impact or “punch.”

In terms of dynamics, the Maestro proves more responsive and precise than the Paganini model. It is fast and articulate, yet always composed. It never aims to impress with flashy effects — its style is one of understated sophistication, faithfully following every variation in the musical signal.

The Audio Analogue Maestro is a high-end CD player, designed for premium Hi-Fi systems. It is a complete device, capable of serving as a high-quality digital converter, and easily integrates into any setup thanks to its neutral and versatile sonic character.

Technical Specifications:

• Disc format: CD
• Digital converter: 24-bit
• Frequency response: 1 Hz to 48 kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 140 dB
• Channel separation: 100 dB
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): 0.001%
• Line output: 2 V (unbalanced), 4 V (balanced)
• Digital connections: Coaxial
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 445 x 135 x 360 mm
• Weight: 20 kg