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Analog output from CD player distorted

Hi folks,

 

I recently acquired a Chord One CD player. It worked well for a few days. However , tonight when I listened it the sound is distorted/cracked. I tested with multiple systems and discs so I can confirm it’s the One CD player that’s faulty. However, the digital output stays intact. Any ideas? Thank you!

breguet5327

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jeffbij
209 posts
 

@breguet5327  -  can you elaborate some on testing with multiple systems? 

  • Is it happening with both chanels?
  • Did you physically plug the Chord into another pre-amp/integrated/receiver, etc. to test? 
  • Are you using the RCA or Balanced cables?
  • Did you try different cables?  
  • Prior to the distortion/cracked sound, did you unplug/plug in the Chord?
  • If using the RCA's, inspect the jacks on the Chord.  Are they damaged?  Looking like they are pulling loose?

- Jeff

 

jeffbij
209 posts
 

Sounds like the internal DAC or the analog output stage in the Chord is fried, which sucks...

If you bought it new, then as @jasonbourne71 said,  back to the dealer.  If bought used, you will probably have to give Chord a call and see what they say about repairing.

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