WHAT do I need in order to use this AS A CD PLAYER? ...an expensive amplifier? Are there products on Amazon that would work? What should I look for?
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I I am so sorry I can't answer that, when I received my unit it didn't work. So I have no idea what it was supposed to have then when I received it. Sorry
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I also remembered another possibility for you, if you want to make use of items which you already have: The RCDW500C can be played through either a stereo television or a computer with speakers, if the component has an input jack. Your computer probably offers you the preference option (in "Control Panel") to use the MIC input as a LINE input instead. Even if you don't find this option, I expect that the MIC jack will work anyway; if you find it to be too loud like this, then it's possible to find an "attenuating" cable which will reduce the signal by a few decibels.
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You are correct in that this is not a stand alone component. It would have to hook into some sort of system that has speakers. For instance, I have a Bose Wave unit, and these hooked right into it. Your cost for a sound system depends on the quality you want. If you have separate units (your speakers are separate from your amplifier), then this unit would have to go through your amplifier. Other than that, I don't know what to tell you, as I am only marginally tech smart! I can tell you that this Sony unit is excellent for playing and for copying CDs. However, I find it easier to make CDs through my computer these days!
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You are correct in that this is not a stand alone component. It would have to hook into some sort of system that has speakers. For instance, I have a Bose Wave unit, and these hooked right into it. Your cost for a sound system depends on the quality you want. If you have separate units (your speakers are separate from your amplifier), then this unit would have to go through your amplifier. Other than that, I don't know what to tell you, as I am only marginally tech smart! I can tell you that this Sony unit is excellent for playing and for copying CDs. However, I find it easier to make CDs through my computer these days! You are correct in that this is not a stand alone component. It would have to hook into some sort of system that has speakers. For instance, I have a Bose Wave unit, and these hooked right into it. Your cost for a sound system depends on the quality you want. If you have separate units (your speakers are separate from your amplifier), then this unit would have to go through your amplifier. Other than that, I don't know what to tell you, as I am only marginally tech smart! I can tell you that this Sony unit is excellent for playing and for copying CDs. However, I find it easier to make CDs... » Read More You are correct in that this is not a stand alone component. It would have to hook into some sort of system that has speakers. For instance, I have a Bose Wave unit, and these hooked right into it. Your cost for a sound system depends on the quality you want. If you have separate units (your speakers are separate from your amplifier), then this unit would have to go through your amplifier. Other than that, I don't know what to tell you, as I am only marginally tech smart! I can tell you that this Sony unit is excellent for playing and for copying CDs. However, I find it easier to make CDs through my computer these days! « Show Less
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Easy. All you need is to connect the RCA output jacks to the input jacks in the back of your amplifier. Only need the RCA cable and connect to Aux or CD input. There is a digital output in the back and if you have it you can connect the digital out to the digital in on you amplifier. All you'll need is a digital optical cable.
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I found that if one doesn't have a receiver with phono inputs, a preamp is needed for ideal sound. I have not, however, converted vinyl to CDs.
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No Joy, you don't HAVE to buy speakers for this.. but if you want to listen to the audio output you'll either need headphones or speakers + speaker cable + an amplifier.If you only want to 'rip' CDs to USB devices, you don't need either but you won't hear anything.
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Not exactly sure. I know in the old days I used to purchase a stereo amp and then run all my equipment (cassette tape, cd, record player, tv) off of it and speakers were attached as well. This has plenty good sound for tv, cd, dvd, am/fm radio. Does everything I want it to do. Just smaller than what I had in the past. Hope this answers your question.
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you could if you had a convert cable from rca jacks to 1/4 inch. but it might not sound all that well as this is designed to amplify a passive signal and usually cd players and some recievers have at least a bit of voltage, this will cause quite a bit of distortion. try another amp like a behringer gm 108 , or a fender rumble 15 watt. i have both of those and each has inputs for pre amplified sources. i hope that helped
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use the analog. This player has an excellent D/A converter.if you use the digital output, you will bypass this. Most receivers and amps do not have the same quality D/A converters built in.
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As others have stated, you will need a receiver/amp to drive it. Your choice of amp and speakers is up to you, there are several good choices out there at reasonable prices. That being said, my cd unit has served me well. I run two amps 4 pair of speakers and two subwoofers. I like my music clean and powerful
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Try plugging it in to an electrical outlet. Given that you will also need an amplifier with speakers. The amplifier/receiver will need to have a place where you can plug a patch cord in from the CD player and a switch which will select the CD player.
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"Big D" is correct. The CDP-CE500 is *only* a CD player, not an amplifier. These are not powered speakers (they do not have a built-in amplifier), which means they require an external amplifier (such as the STRDH130). If you bought powered speakers, the CD player could plug direct into them.
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All 3 inputs are RCA, just pick one :) Just because it says "CD" or "Aux" doesn't specifically mean you must use that device, RCA is RCA. However, I wouldn't recommend purchasing it. Mine died (non smoking house, didn't overheat or push it too far) within 1 month of use. I decided to go with the Dayton Audio APA150, which has been a workhorse since day 1 with no issues and much better consumer ratings than this Pyle of junk. Happy hunting.
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Hello Oscar,You are completely right.You can surely conect any externa source of sound , you just need RCA outputs at your source device or any kind of output with the adapter cable.I have my audio player connected with the "mini jack" to RCA cable and it works great, so your CD player will work as well.Hopefully you will have as much fun with this "baby", as I have. GREAT sound .Regards.Marek
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This particular CD player does require you to have an amplifier to connect to. The amplifier will control the volume and your speakers are also connected to the amp. If you procure an amp, you can also connect other devices such as DVD player, etc. and play them through your amp. Hope this helps.
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Answer here...I would be more than happy to answer any questions, about this little machinse, but none came through. If you are planning on buying one of these CD players, don't hesitate. I bought one towards the end of last summer and have done nothing but enjoyed it. Its been a good little investment, if this is your question I hope I answered it....enjoy it
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I used the Emotiva a-100 amplifier which is a little over $200 and it sounded great. I'm sure that the 2 channel receivers at Best Buy also should work well but are probably in the $150 and up range. You can also look up Class D amplifiers on the Internet. Some are closer to $100 and anything with 25 watts or more should suffice.Since you are using the computer, the radio on a receiver is not necessary since most stations have websites.
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This amp uses line level input which is 1.7Vpp nominal. The same signal that your home stereo CD player would output(as an example. You cannot connect the input of this amp to the speaker terminals of your device. The amp would be damaged from the power level out put of the speaker terminals. If you must use the speaker of your existing system to power this amp you must get a SPEAKER LEVEL-ATTENUATOR/MATCHING device. This will convert the 8ohm speaker impedance to 10K ohms and the provide limiting so that the output would not exceed 2vpp. You can et such devices on Amazon and they are not expensive. This amp uses line level input which is 1.7Vpp nominal. The same signal that your home stereo CD player would output(as an example. You cannot connect the input of this amp to the speaker terminals of your device. The amp would be damaged from the power level out put of the speaker terminals. If you must use the speaker of your existing system to power this amp you must get a SPEAKER LEVEL-ATTENUATOR/MATCHING device. This will convert the 8ohm speaker impedance to 10K ohms and the provide limiting so that the output would not exceed 2vpp. You can et such devices on Amazon and they are not... » Read More This amp uses line level input which is 1.7Vpp nominal. The same signal that your home stereo CD player would output(as an example. You cannot connect the input of this amp to the speaker terminals of your device. The amp would be damaged from the power level out put of the speaker terminals. If you must use the speaker of your existing system to power this amp you must get a SPEAKER LEVEL-ATTENUATOR/MATCHING device. This will convert the 8ohm speaker impedance to 10K ohms and the provide limiting so that the output would not exceed 2vpp. You can et such devices on Amazon and they are not expensive. « Show Less
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the only digital input is USB, with an asynchronous DAC, that works really nice...Thing is that USB ports on most computers are really bad in noise and power fluctuations... sooo.. solution is the Wyrd USB decrapifier, from Schiit.. works wonders.. personally owned and intensively tested and compared with CD player level of sound fidelity (in fact sounds fantastic)As for the DVD coax, or sorts, you can use receiver's analog RCA inputs without any fear, they are excellent and I bet you will never feel a difference from coax, optical, HDMI, or anything else...
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I would also agree the Sony STRDH130 2-channel receiver would be a good choice to use with the CD player you mentioned. I just recently purchased one and its absolutely fine to get the job done.