Tascam CD-A580 V2

Tascam CD-A580 V2 is a versatile CD/tape combination player designed for professional and home studios, delivering robust playback and recording options since its release as the updated V2 model.

The Tascam CD-A580 V2 combines a high-quality 1-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) with a Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) and LCD elements for clear status readouts, offering precise audio rendering across its 20–20,000 Hz frequency response.

This black unit supports a wide range of playback formats including Audio-CD, MP3-CD, CD-R/RW and cassette, and it can read MP3 and WMA files. It plays single CDs and also provides direct USB support for digital inputs and recording destinations.

Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring analogue audio outputs on RCA and balanced XLR, a headphone socket, coaxial digital (S/PDIF) output, and an analogue RCA input. The device also includes a pitch control function and the convenient ability to record directly to USB.

Measuring 483 x 139 x 290 mm and weighing 6 kg, the CD-A580 V2 is compact enough for bookshelf or rack placement while remaining sturdy. Power consumption is modest at 13 watts during use, and the package includes a remote control, two AAA batteries, and a user guide.

Typical use cases include integrating the Tascam CD-A580 V2 into a home hi‑fi system for reliable CD and cassette playback, using it in small studios for mastering or reference monitoring via XLR outputs, or capturing analogue sources directly to USB for archiving and digital editing.

Key selling points are its multi-format playback, balanced XLR outputs for professional connectivity, a 1-bit DAC for clear audio quality, pitch control for speed adjustment, and direct record-to-USB functionality that simplifies digitizing tapes and CDs.

• Multi-format playback: CD, MP3, WMA, cassette
• Connections: RCA, XLR balanced, coaxial S/PDIF, USB, headphone
• Features: 1-bit DAC, pitch control, record to USB