Network / Super Audio CD Player SL-G700M2

SL-G700M2

Grand Class Audio Player

A new generation of multi-digital audio player that supports a wide range of music sources and delivers highest sonic fidelity.
SL-G700M2

Features

High Precision Coherent D/A Converter

High Precision Coherent D/A Converter
The SL-G700M2 is equipped with the High Precision Coherent D/A Converter, which is the result of the accumulation of these technologies, converts digital values to analogue signals with the utmost precision and outputs them to an amplifier. It is composed of (1) coherent processing, (2) high-performance D/A converter in dual monaural configuration, and (3) a proprietary discrete amplifier circuit.
The dual ESS ES9026PRO is newly adopted for the DAC chip. The symmetrical placement of one L/R unit on each side and their independent transmission structures reduce mutual interference and faithfully reproduce the sound image and musical space contained in the sound source.
The filter circuit after the D/A conversion uses an amplifier circuit with a unique discrete configuration instead of an operational amplifier IC. This realises even higher responsiveness and S/N and reproduces even the most subtle sounds.

Coherent Processing Technology

Coherent Processing Technology
Technics' new proprietary coherent processing technology improves the reproducibility of impulse signals by minimising amplitude and phase deviations that occur throughout the D/A conversion process for signals up to 192 kHz PCM using proprietary digital signal processing*. With this processing, purity of the sound is increased, and the sound image is clearer.
*DSD signals such as Super Audio CD are input directly to the DAC without performing this processing.

Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply

Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply
Digital audio players that handle small signals require thorough noise suppression because even the slightest noise can significantly affect sound quality. The Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply provides thorough noise suppression in three stages: (1) High-speed switching power supply, (2) low-noise regulator, and (3) current injection active noise cancelling.
The SL-G700M2 uses a high-speed switching power supply of approximately 300 kHz, which is also used for the analogue circuits of the SU-R1000 reference-class integrated amplifier. By increasing the switching frequency, the interference of noise on the music playback bandwidth is reduced and a highly responsive power supply is achieved.
The low-noise regulator also provides low noise at high level and stable power supply are realised with the fine tuning of circuit patterns.

Current Injection Active Noise Canceling

Current Injection Active Noise Canceling
This newly developed technology, current injection active noise canceling removes unwanted noise components by applying an inverse phase current to the detected noise. More effective current noise rejection can be achieved by using the push/pull method in combination with conventional noise rejection by drawing current.

Super Audio CD and MQA,
Also USB-B Input is Newly Supported

Super Audio CD and MQA, Also USB-B Input is Newly Supported
The SL-G700M2 supports playback of Super Audio CD, which is a high-quality audio disc format. For further sound quality enhancement, a "Pure Disc Playback" mode, dedicated for Super Audio CD/CD playback. This model also supports MQA and is capable of full decoding playback of MQA files and MQA-CDs. Various other high-resolution formats are also supported, including WAV/AIFF, FLAC/ALAC, and DSD file playback.
In addition, the SL-G700M2 is equipped with a new USB-B port that allows constant connection to a network audio server or PC for playback of high-resolution sound sources from the connected device.

Supports a Wide Variety of Music Sources and High Connectivity

Supports a Wide Variety of Music Sources and High Connectivity
The SL-G700M2 supports Google Cast™, which enables a wide range of music streaming services from Google Chromecast-enabled apps, as well as AirPlay 2. Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® wireless connections are also supported.*
*A Google Voice-activated Speaker must be included in the same network.
Compatible music streaming services will be supported sequentially through firmware updates.
Network content services are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Some content may not be available in the country in which you reside.
Registration/subscription may be required. Fees may apply.

Housing and Chassis that Support High Sound Quality and High-quality Design

Housing and Chassis that Support High Sound Quality and High-quality Design
The SL-G700M2 is divided into four sections inside the chassis, with the power supply, digital interface, analogue circuitry, and disk drive sections, each being independent of the other. This suppresses mutual interference between circuits and reduces sound quality degradation. The disc drive adopts a three-layer chassis configuration. Powerful vibration-damping and quiet construction, including a disc tray made of die-cast aluminium, ensures high-precision disc playback.
The exterior features a hairline-finished 7 mm-thick aluminium front panel and 3 mm-thick aluminium side panels, as well as an engraved Technics logo for a high-grade design and finish.

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Specs

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Size and Weight

Height
98mm
Width
430mm
Depth
403mm
Weight
12.3kg

*Approx.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. This product is compatible with AirPlay 2. iOS 11.4 or later is required.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Google, Google Home, and Google Cast™ are trademarks of Google LLC.  Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.
“Super Audio CD” is a registered trademark.
MQA and the Sound Wave Device are registered trade marks of MQA Limited.
“Direct Stream Digital”, DSD and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

High Precision Coherent D/A Converter

Coherent Processing Technology

Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply

Current Injection Active Noise Cancelling

A wide variety of music sources, including Super Audio CD and MQA can be played

Housing and chassis that support high sound quality and high-quality design

Covers Most of the Digital Audio Media Avairable Today

  • Super Audio CD (Single/Hybrid 2ch) / CD Playback
    Network Supports to High-res Digital Audio Files Including MQA
    MQA-CD Playback
    Google Cast™ / Works with Google Assistant
    Spotify Connect
    Amazon Music
    Deezer
    TIDAL
    Qobuz
    Internet Radio
    AirPlay 2
    Bluetooth®

Grand Class High-quality Sound

  • High Precision Coherent D/A Converter (Coherent Processing, High-performance D/A Converter ESS ES9026PRO in Dual Monaural Configuration, A Proprietary Discrete Amplifier Circuit)
    Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply (High-speed Switching Power Supply, Low-noise Regulator, Current Injection Active Noise Cancelling)
    Pure Disc Playback Mode for Super Audio CD/CD Playback for Greater Sound Purity
    Supports Higher Grade Headphone Connection with Class AA Headphone AMP

High-quality Technics Design

  • Four-Section Configuration
    High-Rigidity Chassis and Aluminium Die-cast Disc Tray – High-Stability SACD Mechanism
    7mm Thick Aluminium Plate Used for the Front Panel
    Control Port for System Control with SU-G700

Disc Compatibility

  • Super Audio CD (2 ch area only), CD, CD-R, CD-RW

Disc Format

  • Super Audio CD, CD-DA

Frequency Response

  • Super Audio CD: 2 Hz to 50 kHz (-3 dB) / CD: 2Hz to 20 kHz (-3 dB)

Dynamic Range (IHF-A)

  • Super Audio CD: BALANCED: 110dB (IHF-A) / UNBALANCED: 110dB (IHF-A)
    CD: BALANCED: 98dB (IHF-A) / UNBALANCED: 98dB (IHF-A)

Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF-A)

  • Super Audio CD:BALANCED: 121 dB / UNBALANCED: 118 dB
    CD:BALANCED: 121 dB / UNBALANCED: 118 dB

THD+N

  • Super Audio CD: 0.0006% (1 kHz, 0 dB) / CD: 0.0015% (1 kHz, 0 dB)

Digital Input Terminal

  • Coaxial Digital x 1, Optical Digital x 1, USB-A x 2(Front/Rear), USB-B x1

Analogue Output Terminal

  • BALANCED x 1, UNBALANCED x 1
    Support Variable Level Output

Digital output Terminal

  • Coaxial Digital x 1, Optical Digital x 1

System Port

  • System Control (Φ3.5 mm Jack)

Headphone Output

  • Φ6.3 mm, 110 mV, 32 Ω VOL MAX

USB-A

  • Support Codec

    • WAV
      • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24, 32 bit
    • FLAC
      • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24 bit
    • DSD
      • 2.8, 5.6, 11.2 MHz
    • AIFF
      • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24, 32 bit
    • ALAC
      • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24 bit
    • AAC
      • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz / 16-320 kbps
    • MP3
      • 32, 44.1, 48 kHz / 16-320 kbps

USB-B Support Codec

  • PCM

    • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24, 32 bit

  • DSD

    • 2.8, 5.6, 11.2 MHz

Network Playback Support Codec

  • WAV

    • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24, 32 bit

  • FLAC

    • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24 bit

  • DSD

    • 2.8, 5.6, 11.2 MHz

  • AIFF

    • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24, 32 bit

  • ALAC

    • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz / 16, 24 bit

  • AAC

    • 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz / 16-320 kbps

  • MP3

    • 32, 44.1, 48 kHz / 16-320 kbps

Ethernet Interface

  • LAN (100 Base-TX / 10 Base-T)

Wi-Fi

  • IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz Band

Bluetooth(Support codec)

  • AAC, SBC

Power Supply

  • AC 120V , 60 Hz

Power Consumption/ Standby

  • 45W/ 2W(Network Standby On)

Dimensions (W x H x D)

  • 430 x 98 x 407 mm
    16 ¹⁵/¹⁶x 3 ⁷/⁸ x16 ¹/³² inch

Weight

  • Approx. 12.3 kg
    Approx. 27.2lbs

Accessories

  • Remote Control, AC Cord, System Connection Cable, Analogue Audio cable,
    Owner's Manual

Note

  • * Network content services are operated by their respective service providers,
    and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice.
    Some content may not be available in the country in which you reside.
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