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Primare Model 204 CD Player - Consignment
Condition: Used. Very good, some light scratches to chassis and gold-plated puck (See photos)
Includes: Original box and metal case (Does not include optional remote)
SN: 0324
Includes 7 day warranty
Overview
Primare Model 204 houses the Philips CDM4Pro aluminium body mechanism, coupled with two Burr Brown 18bit converters capable of 8fs oversampling.
The analogue audio circuits are shielded in a copper enclosure, separated from the mechanism/servo and digital circuits at the top.
The puck is gold-plated, the lid is motorized, and the entire body is made of non-magnetic stainless steel with laser-etched lettering.
Only 350 units were ever produced, this, along with the striking design, have made the Model 204 rare and desirable as a collectors item. Despite that, it offers a delightful sound either as a true CD-player or, via the digital coax output, as a transport.
Cabinet made from non-magnetic stainless steel.
18 Bit resolution
8 times oversampling
Selected Burr-Brown DAC's
Low negative feedback
Separate power supplies
Philips professional drive mechanism
Modular up-gradable construction
Separate copper shielded analog & digital circuits.
RCA & optical digital outputs
Motorized toploading
Specification
THD + noise, 0.04% (20 Hz-20 kHz)
Frequency response, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +0/-0.3 dB
Signal to noise, 90 dB A-weighted
Output impedance 150 Ohm
Output level 2.2 Volt
DC offset < 0.5 mV
230 Volt 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 25 Watt
Dimensions (WxHxD) 370 x 140 x 402 mm
Weight 11.5 kg
Shipping dimensions (WxHxD) 570 x 500 x 230 mm
Shipping weight 18.3 kg
AUDIO CONNECTION QUALITY GUARANTEE
✔️ Seven day warranty on Consignment*
✔️Passed our checks for functionality
✔️A full inspection noting for any defects
✔️A full completeness check for all included parts and accessories
Against the local used market, A$3,400 lands well above the A$1,406 median and even above the A$3,453 75th percentile, so this is an ambitious ask rather than a bargain. It’s close enough to the upper end that condition and provenance need to do real work here.
That said, Primare’s disc players are generally well-regarded for clean, balanced sound and solid build, so a tidy example can still appeal to collectors and listeners who want a premium CD spinner. At this price, I’d want clear evidence of careful ownership, smooth transport operation, and any original packaging or remote; without that, it’s hard to see the upside versus other strong used options.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Primare traces its origins to 1985, when Danish industrial designer and audiophile Bo Christensen, frustrated by the era's cluttered audio gear, founded the company alongside engineer Bent Nielsen. Born in Denmark as Primare Systems AB, it embodied a mission for exceptional sound quality, elegant Scandinavian aesthetics, precise proportions, and intuitive interfaces. Rejecting the industry's short product cycles, Primare pioneered "living products" designed for longevity and evolution, with its debut 928 series—now exhibited in Copenhagen's Designmuseum Denmark—setting a minimalist benchmark against button-heavy contemporaries. A 1993 partnership with Swedish firm Xena, involving Lars Pedersen, propelled the influential 30 series in 1998, cementing its design legacy while shifting manufacturing to southern Sweden.
The brand specializes in high-fidelity separates, excelling in integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, preamplifiers, CD players, network streamers, and DACs that handle analog, digital, wired, and wireless sources with balanced precision. Iconic lines like the 200, 300, and ongoing 30 and 15 series prioritize simple circuitry and modular upgrades, from tuners and Blu-ray players to modern computer audio solutions, always favoring functionality over gimmicks.
Primare occupies a premium mid-to-high-end niche, revered by discerning buyers for its honest integrity, timeless Scandinavian design, and deeply satisfying performance that endures across decades. Award-winning components, such as the EISA-honored CD32/I32, deliver audiophile purity without ostentation, positioning Primare as a practical choice for those seeking lasting quality over fleeting trends in a market craving authenticity.
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