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Teac PD-H500 - CD Player - Good
Why This One
Good condition - clearly used but works as it should
Fully tested - all applicable functions verified working
1-bit PCM1710U DAC, 100dB SNR, and dual optical outputs - serious spec sheet.
A capable hi-fi CD player at a significant saving over new equivalents.
Condition: Good
This Teac PD-H500 is a good-condition CD player. It has passed our 7-point functional test, with 1 item(s) not applicable to this unit. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.
What's Included
Teac PD-H500
No additional accessories included
About This Model
The Teac PD-H500 is a front-loading stereo CD player built around a PCM1710U 1-bit DAC with 8x oversampling, delivering a frequency response of 20Hz-20kHz, a signal-to-noise ratio of 100dB, and total harmonic distortion of just 0.02%. Line output is provided via RCA at 2V, and two optical digital outputs allow connection to an external DAC or digital recording setup. IR control inputs and outputs are also onboard, with compatibility with the RC-613 remote. It is worth noting that a variant, the PD-H500i, uses a Burr-Brown PCM69AP R2R multibit DAC in place of this model's 1-bit converter - a distinction that matters to DAC-curious buyers.
A great opportunity to own a Teac PD-H500 at this price point.
This is a fair ask, leaning slightly strong rather than bargain-level. Recent used sightings for the PD-H500 cluster mostly around US$100–US$180, with some examples at US$149 and US$180, so US$184 sits right at the upper edge of the normal range rather than clearly above it.
What makes it worth considering is the H500 series’ reputation as a competent, nicely built mid-’90s CD player with a loyal following, especially if you want a matching stack piece and clean industrial styling. At this price, the upside is best when the unit is genuinely clean, includes the remote, and has been tested for reliable tray action and error-free playback; if those boxes are ticked, it’s a solid enthusiast buy rather than a speculative one.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
TEAC Corporation stands as a pillar of Japanese audio engineering, founded in August 1953 by Katsuma Tani, a former aeronautics engineer with an uncompromising vision for sound reproduction. The company emerged from the merger of two entities—the Tokyo Television Acoustic Company (1953) and the Tokyo Electro-Acoustic Company (1956)—consolidating under the TEAC name in 1964. From its inception, TEAC pursued a singular mission: to deliver authentic sound to music enthusiasts through technically superior products, a philosophy that has guided seven decades of innovation.
TEAC built its reputation primarily on magnetic recording equipment, establishing dominance in open-reel tape decks and cassette machines throughout the 1960s and beyond. The company's flagship TD-102 stereo tape recorder, launched in April 1957, gained international recognition and set the standard for the industry. Beyond tape machines, TEAC expanded into turntables, CD players, and digital audio components, while simultaneously establishing TASCAM in 1971 as its professional recording subsidiary—a brand that became synonymous with studio-grade equipment worldwide.
Today, TEAC occupies a distinctive position bridging vintage collectibility and contemporary hi-fi. The brand commands respect among analog enthusiasts and professional engineers for its legacy of precision engineering, while its modern Esoteric line serves the high-end market. TEAC products appeal to discerning buyers who value heritage, build quality, and sonic authenticity over mass-market appeal, positioning the brand as a respected mid-to-premium player with particular strength among those seeking vintage and analog-focused solutions.
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