Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced

SOLD , now part of a Private Collection

Cherished among audiophiles, this CD player from Pioneer's esteemed Elite line is a true standout. Its robust transport mechanism guarantees rock-solid performance while effectively quelling the disruptions caused by jitter and vibrations. Offering versatile connectivity through RCA, Digital, and Optical outputs, this player represents Pioneer's unwavering dedication to quality. When introduced, this was Pioneer's top offering, and remains one of the great CD players available today.

Condition
8/10
Serial No.
QJ3606822
Restoration
  • Comprehensive bench test
  • Adjusted tracking
  • Cleaned laser lens
  • Cleaned controls, switches, and internal electronics
  • Exterior detailed
Factory Specs

Type   Stereo Compact Disc Player

Frequency response   2Hz to 20kHz

Disc format   CD

Digital converter   2x PD2028B

CD Mechanism   PEA1030

Dynamic range   98dB

Signal to Noise Ratio   111dB

Channel separation   107dB

Total harmonic distortion   0.002%

Line output   2V

Dimensions   18.11"W x 5.12"H x 14.17"D

Weight   21 lbs.

Documentation

Pioneer PD-65 Owner's Manual

Pioneer PD-65 Service Manual

The History of Pioneer
Pioneer was founded by Nozomu Matsumoto in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop. In December 1953 Mr. Nozomu Matsumoto succeeded in developing the first domestic dynamic speaker made of original parts. It was named A-8 and marketed in Japan under the Pioneer brand. It later became the origin of the HiFi ...
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Stock No.
8269605830877

Cherished among audiophiles, this CD player from Pioneer's esteemed Elite line is a true standout. Its robust transport mechanism guarantees rock-solid performance while effectively quelling the disruptions caused by jitter and vibrations. Offering versatile connectivity through RCA, Digital, and Optical outputs, this player represents Pioneer's unwavering dedication to quality. When introduced, this was Pioneer's top offering, and remains one of the great CD players available today.



Condition

8/10

Serial No.

QJ3606822

Restoration

  • Comprehensive bench test
  • Adjusted tracking
  • Cleaned laser lens
  • Cleaned controls, switches, and internal electronics
  • Exterior detailed

Factory Specs

Type   Stereo Compact Disc Player

Frequency response   2Hz to 20kHz

Disc format   CD

Digital converter   2x PD2028B

CD Mechanism   PEA1030

Dynamic range   98dB

Signal to Noise Ratio   111dB

Channel separation   107dB

Total harmonic distortion   0.002%

Line output   2V

Dimensions   18.11"W x 5.12"H x 14.17"D

Weight   21 lbs.

Documentation

Pioneer PD-65 Owner's Manual

Pioneer PD-65 Service Manual

The History of Pioneer

Pioneer was founded by Nozomu Matsumoto in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop. In December 1953 Mr. Nozomu Matsumoto succeeded in developing the first domestic dynamic speaker made of original parts. It was named A-8 and marketed in Japan under the Pioneer brand. It later became the origin of the HiFi ...
[ Read More ]

Stock No.

8269605830877

Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced
Vintage Pioneer Elite PD-65 // CD Player / Professionally Serviced

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