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Why Buy New is pleased to offer for sale this brilliant Mission DAD5 CD Transport.It has been professionally repackaged to ensure safe delivery with Power Cable & Remote included.This has been tested and is in full working order. It is sold with a 3 month warranty.The cosmetic condition is good. There are some slight rust patches on the top and some wear around the buttons. Please see the condition in the images.FREE national courier delivery.Why Buy... from us?Because all of our items go through a full inspection, get serviced (if required), PAT tested for electrical safety, deep cleaned and all come with a warranty. We are 100% committed to customer care and are always on hand pre or post-delivery for technical help and advice.Specifications:CD Drive Mechanism: Philips CDM4Outputs: Coaxial Digital (RCA), Analog Stereo (RCA)Frequency Response: 2Hz - 20kHzSignal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 100 dB (A)Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.0025%Output Level: 2VDimensions: 36.5 x 30 x 10.5cmWeight: 3kg
The Mission DAD5 CD transport is a solid, reliable unit often appreciated for its versatility as both a player and a transport, making it a notable choice for budget-conscious audiophiles. The asking price of US$269 sits between the median (US$173) and the 75th percentile (US$395) of the recent comparable market, so it is fair but not a bargain; it’s ambitious only if the condition is questionable, but here the listing is clean.
This is a worthwhile buy because the DAD5 offers excellent digital and analog outputs, near-mint optical condition, and includes a remote, adding value for daily use or system integration. With no common failure points highlighted and original-owner condition implied, this clean listing represents a genuine buying opportunity for a well-regarded, dependable transport at a fair price.
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Mission Electronics, a British hi-fi icon, was founded in 1977 by Farad Azima in the UK, rapidly emerging as a pioneer in acoustic engineering. Azima, a former audio importer and distributor, infused the brand with innovative drive, launching the revolutionary Mission 770 loudspeaker in 1978—the world's first with a commercial polypropylene bass unit. This debut set benchmarks for clarity and bass response, propelling Mission to prominence amid the golden era of British hi-fi.
The brand excels in loudspeakers across sectors, from seminal 1970s and 1980s models like the 770 to high-end masterpieces such as the 2001 Pilastro, Elegante, and SX series. Under Peter Comeau's acoustic leadership since 1999, Mission has expanded into hi-fi electronics, including amplifiers and home cinema systems, while maintaining an engineering-first ethos. Now part of the International Audio Group since 2005, with production in Shenzhen, it leverages advanced manufacturing for components like cables and turntable ancillaries, though speakers remain its core strength.
Mission holds mid-to-high-end status, revered by discerning buyers for award-winning performance—What Hi-Fi? Best Loudspeaker (2000, 2001), EISA Speaker of the Year (2001, 2003)—and timeless appeal. A management buyout refined its retail focus, positioning it as a reliable benchmark against pricier rivals, blending heritage innovation with accessible excellence for serious audiophiles.
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