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Philips CDR600 CD recorder in good cosmetic condition and full working order. We have done a test burn of a CD to check record functionality as well as playback.The Philips CDR600 is a standalone audio CD recorder capable of recording onto CD-R and CD-RW discs as well as playing standard CDs. It offers digital record level control with sample rate conversion, and both analogue and digital (coaxial and optical) inputs and outputs.
Key specifications
Disc Format: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >98dB A-weighted (typical 102dB)
Channel Separation: 85dB
Line Output Level: 2Vrms at 0dB
Specifications
Audio Inputs: 1
Colour: Black
Country of Origin: china
Item Height: 75 mm
Item Length: 305 mm
Item Weight: 3.2 kg
Item Width: 435 mm
Year Manufactured: 1990s
Disc Format: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >98dB A-weighted (typical 102dB)
Channel Separation: 85dB
Mains Voltage: 240V
Dynamic Range: >92dB (typical 96dB)
Line Output Level: 2Vrms at 0dB
Analogue Input Sensitivity: 500mVrms
Power Consumption: 15W
Dimensions (W×D×H): 435 × 305 × 75mm
Weight: 3.2kg
This is a late-’90s CD recorder, so timing matters mainly for condition and laser health rather than replacement-model pressure. At US$120, it’s a touch above the lively used-market center for a working example; comparable asking prices cluster more around US$75 to US$100, with nicer or cleaner units sometimes stretching higher, so this reads as fair-to-slightly-ambitious rather than a steal.
What makes it worth a look is the Philips two-way appeal: a solid CD player plus a practical standalone recorder, handy if you still spin discs and want to archive or dub. The CDR 600 is well-regarded for straightforward operation and decent sound from its analog and digital inputs, but age is the real issue—verify the tray, playback, and recording function, and make sure the remote and manual are included. At US$120, clean cosmetics and confirmed working status matter.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in Eindhoven, Netherlands, in 1891 by Gerard Philips, an engineer, and his father Frederik, a banker, Philips began as a modest light bulb manufacturer, quickly evolving into a global electronics powerhouse through relentless innovation. The brothers' early focus on quality incandescent lamps laid the groundwork for expansion into radios, televisions, and audio milestones like the 1963 compact cassette and the 1982 Compact Disc co-developed with Sony. This heritage of pioneering formats that reshaped home entertainment cements Philips as a cornerstone of 20th-century audio history.
Philips has long excelled in consumer audio categories, from vintage turntables and cassette decks to amplifiers, speakers, and complete hi-fi systems, often blending cutting-edge tech with practical design. Iconic products like the first CD player (CD-100) and early wireless Streamium systems highlight their prowess in optical media, portable recording, and integrated sound solutions, while forays into headphones and even acquiring Marantz underscored a broad portfolio.
Today, Philips occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by savvy buyers for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exotica. No longer a full-spectrum electronics giant—having pivoted to health tech—its licensed audio branding delivers competent, innovation-rooted gear that's accessible yet evocative of golden-era nostalgia, appealing to both modern enthusiasts and vintage collectors.
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