Rotel CD11 MKII CD Player

Rotel CD11MKII CD Player

Built for listeners who still love the experience (and sound) of physical media, the Rotel CD11MKII is a high-performance CD player engineered to pull maximum musical detail from your disc library. A heavy steel chassis supports Rotel’s proprietary disc transport, combining a smooth tray-loading mechanism, precise laser pickup, and a silent-running motor controller for consistent, worry-free playback—including MP3 files recorded to CD.

Inside, a premium Texas Instruments PCM5102A Digital-to-Analog Converter (32-bit/384kHz) feeds custom-tuned low-pass filter circuits designed for clarity, control, and a wide, open soundstage. Use the RCA analog outputs for a classic hi-fi connection, or take advantage of the coaxial digital output to use the CD11MKII purely as a disc transport into an external DAC. A front-panel display shows playback status and disc metadata (including title and artist when available), while intuitive controls and the included remote keep operation effortless. Integration-friendly touches like a 12V trigger input and RS232 connectivity make it easy to fit into modern audio and control systems.

The Rotel CD11MKII is part of ListenUp's Rotel CD Players Collection.

What It's Good At:

• Delivering clean, detailed CD playback with a spacious, natural soundstage
• Providing audiophile-grade conversion via a Texas Instruments PCM5102A 32-bit/384kHz DAC
• Running quietly and reliably thanks to a proprietary Rotel transport and silent motor control
• Serving as a dedicated CD transport through the coaxial digital output to an external DAC
• Fitting into custom installs with RS232 control and a 12V trigger input
• Making daily use simple with clear front-panel controls, a status/metadata display, and included remote

Rotel CD11MKII Full Specifications:

• Product type: Stereo Compact Disc Player (CD Player)
• Disc playback: Compact Discs; supports MP3 playback (via compatible discs)
• Chassis: Heavy steel chassis
• Disc mechanism: Smooth tray-loading transport; precise laser pickup; silent-running motor controller
• Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC): Texas Instruments PCM5102A, 32-bit / 384kHz
• Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N): 0.009% @ 1kHz
• Intermodulation Distortion: 0.009% @ 1kHz
• Frequency Response (±0.5 dB): 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz
• Channel Balance: ±0.5 dB
• Phase Linearity: ±0.5 degree
• Channel Separation: >115 dB @ 10kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF “A” weighted): >125 dB
• Dynamic Range: >99 dB
• Analog Output Impedance: 470 Ohms
• Digital Output level: 0.5 V, Peak to Peak
• Load Impedance: 75 Ohms
• Decodable Coaxial Digital Signals: SPDIF LPCM (up to 24-bit/192kHz)
• Analog outputs: RCA analog outputs
• Digital outputs: Coaxial digital output
• Control / integration: 12V trigger input, RS232 (DB-9 connection)
• Display: Front-panel graphic display with playback status and disc metadata (where available)
• Included remote: Yes (remote control included)
• Power Requirements (AC): USA: 120 V, 60 Hz; Europe: 230 V, 50 Hz
• Power Consumption: 15 W
• Standby Power Consumption: <0.5 W
• BTU: 40 BTU/h
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 430 × 98 × 314 mm / 17" × 3 7/8" × 12 3/8"
• Front Panel Height: 80 mm / 3 1/8"
• Net Weight: 6.2 kg / 13.7 lbs
• Finish / colors: Black and Silver

Rotel CD11MKII Q&A:

Does the Rotel CD11MKII play MP3 files?

Yes. In addition to standard audio CDs, the CD11MKII supports MP3 playback from compatible discs.

Can I use the CD11MKII as a transport with an external DAC?

Yes. Use the coaxial digital output to send an unprocessed digital signal to an outboard DAC or digital processor.

What DAC is used inside the CD11MKII?

It uses a Texas Instruments PCM5102A DAC with 32-bit/384kHz capability, paired with custom-tuned filter circuitry.

What outputs does the CD11MKII have?

It includes RCA analog outputs for direct connection to an amp or preamp, plus a coaxial digital output for external DAC use.

Does it include a remote control?

Yes. The CD11MKII includes a remote for convenient playback control and access to additional functions.

Can it integrate with custom control systems?

Yes. It supports RS232 control for automation systems and includes a 12V trigger input for power/control integration.

What are the dimensions and weight?

It measures 430 × 98 × 314 mm (17" × 3 7/8" × 12 3/8") and weighs 6.2 kg (13.7 lbs).

Is it available in different colors?

Yes. The CD11MKII is available in both black and silver finishes.

Rotel CD11MKII Downloads:

Rotel CD11MKII Manual
Rotel CD11MKII Specification Sheet
Rotel CD11MKII Drawing