Customers commend the SA-C600 Premium Class Network CD Receiver for its exceptional sound quality, sleek design, and versatile connectivity options. The compact size and integrated CD player further enhance its appeal. While some users have expressed concerns about its power output with demanding speakers, the overall positive feedback highlights the receiver's strengths as a high-quality audio component.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Like a Swiss Army knife for audiophiles!
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Wow…where to begin? I guess I should lead off w/the bottom line before going in-depth; is the Technics SA-C600 really worth the asking price? Honestly, I would say yes whether you have champagne tastes & a bit of a beer budget or already consider yourself a bit of an audio snob w/the ear & gear to back it up.
DESIGN & FEATURES
The SA-C600 has a modern industrial look w/minimal readouts & onboard controls for a sleek & uncluttered appearance. There are separate power & volume buttons inlaid into the brushed aluminum top while the front panel features a dense LCD display w/touch-sensitive playback controls for play/pause, stop, skip +/-, & input select. In the middle of the receiver is a swing-out circular cover for the CD tray that slides open (manually) to either side. The drive immediately stops spinning when the cover is opened so you don’t risk any damage to the transport when someone gets hypnotized by the swirling CD label & decides to check it out for themselves.
The unit feels reassuringly solid though not unwieldy at ~10 lbs. Dimensions are ~13” square & 4” high; the SA-C600 looks compact, but once you start hooking cables up at the rear, it does extend back quite a bit further than it is wide so keep that in mind for placement. The top rear is adorned w/what looks like a heavy duty heat sink, but the construction there is plastic (rather than aluminum), though it doesn’t feel cheaply so.
Part of the SA-600’s flexibility is that In addition to the CD player, other inputs/functions are plentiful, surprisingly so in fact, w/a 75Ω FM antenna port, USB type B for PC connection, phono stage (MM) w/ground, 10/100 Ethernet jack, line in, COAX & optical inputs, and a subwoofer output. On the front panel is a USB-A 2.0 port as well as a 3.5mm headphone jack. The SA-C600 also supports BT 4.2 & 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi.
The amplifier stage offers 60 W/channel at 4Ω for stereo speakers ranging from 4-16Ω. The architecture is all-digital so there is no DAC; music stays in the digital realm almost straight through to the amplification stage, improving efficiency & eliminating noise & fine detail loss that often accompanies conversion of digital to analog signals. Improving the design further, Technics dedicates a separate power supply to the amplifier & another for control, phono input power, & all the digital processing.
As a network streamer, the SA-C600 supports Apple AirPlay, Chromecast, native support for Amazon Music, Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, Podcasts, & integration via Google Home & Apple Home apps. File support is extensive w/MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD, & LPCM, at 16 or 24 bits (32 bits for WAV & AIFF), w/sampling freq ranging from 32 to 384 kHz (2.8 to 11.2 MHz for DSD), as well as MQA. The USB reader supports FAT16, FAT32, & NTFS file systems.
The wand-style remote covers most features you need w/direct access to CD, Radio, & BT inputs as well as a scroll toggle to move through the other inputs. The unit can function on its own as a basic stereo CD receiver without network connectivity though the greatest flexibility & functionality is available if you set up the receiver for network integration (I used Google Home), as well as the Technics Audio Center app which provides a complete set of controls & direct access to source selection inputs.
SETUP & USE
Out of the box, the startup screen read “Please wait” so long I thought maybe it couldn’t be set up on my work network (there’s a login & captcha requirement) so I brought it home instead. After a bit more waiting on another power-up, I finally got to a setup screen. BT pairing w/my iPhone was effortless, but network setup via Google Home has always been hit or miss for me. The first time I tried network setup, Google Home couldn’t find it. On the second try, I got a message that said the receiver was made for another country & WiFi might not work properly (???). Eventually I got online & ran a network firmware update which took ~30 minutes to complete.
The setup menu has a good 24 options & settings to run through, most of which are self-evident, though a few required a little research as they were not covered well in the manual. One was “RE-MASTER” which supposedly up-samples lower-res files/streams, though honestly I never heard a difference on or off when listening to CDs or SD-quality audio streams (maybe it requires very low bit-rate MP3s or something?). The other was "Space Tune." This setting adjusts the receiver’s frequency response to match the nature of the listening environment & speaker placement w/settings for free-standing, wall, corner-loading, & “in a shelf.” The speakers can be adjusted together or separately to better match the room response curve. Using the Technics app, you can even run a few test tone sweeps using the phone’s mic to optimize frequency response even further for your unique environment. And yes, that setting does make an appreciable difference in the sound.
Playback for external sources or the CD & radio is pretty straightforward just by selecting the appropriate input, but playback of network streams offers a lot of options & flexibility. For example, if you want to listen to Amazon Music, you can stream it to the receiver from the Amazon Music app via BT or Chromecast & use your phone, the remote, or even Google Home for playback or volume control, or you can use the SA-C600’s internal Amazon Music client to stream directly to the receiver using the Technics app for library navigation, search, selection, etc., though only using the remote for this can be challenging w/only a single line on the LCD display for info/navigation/browsing. The Technics app is a bit less responsive & has a more primitive interface than the native Amazon Music app, but it does the trick & skips using your phone as an intermediary for the audio stream itself.
OVERALL IMPRESSIONS
I was pleasantly surprised to find that the SA-C600’s headphone jack wasn’t totally anemic; it drove my Oppo PM-1 & Focal Utopias w/aplomb; the Utopia especially, despite being more difficult to drive, offered an exceedingly detailed & potent listening experience that started to approach what I would expect from a high quality DAC & dedicated headphone amplifier. Granted, I would expect as much from a set of cans that lists north of $3K, but the point is that I didn’t feel like I was being short-changed by the receiver’s single-ended output.
I set the SA-C600 up in my office w/two Klipsch KSB 3.1s. The result was an engaging, detailed, lively, spacious, & “fun” sound signature w/enough punch down low that I honestly didn’t think a sub would even be necessary. I can only imagine what upping the ante on high-quality monitors from NHT, B&W, Paradigm, KEF, etc. would produce for REALLY critical listening. I pushed the system as far as I could go (once everyone left for the night) before the sound became uncomfortably loud & didn’t notice any clipping or unpleasant harshness. I don’t know if the SA-C600 has the grunt necessary to drive some ultra-resolving, high-impedance, power-hungry speakers that will fill a giant listening area the way a serious set of dedicated separates & stereo floorstanders might, but if you are looking for a dynamic, powerful, & sophisticated upscale audio system for a guest room, office, or any small to mid-sized listening area, you are going to be HARD-pressed to find anything in this price range that outperforms the SA-C600 at this time.
CRITIQUES
As much as I can gush about the SA-C600, there are some minor items that rubbed me the wrong way. Despite its audiophile pedigree, there is no support for HD Bluetooth codecs like aptX or LDAC, nor does it offer higher-res optical disc features like SACD or HDCD decoding. Similarly, the network capabilities are extensive, but there is no Alexa integration as of this writing.
The USB input supports up to a 2TB drive, but the read limit is only 800 folders/8000 tracks. That sounds like a lot, but probably won’t be adequate if your music collection really needs 2TB of space. The receiver also does not support VBR playback so you’re out of luck if you have a lot of VBR files in your digital library.
The CD motor, spindle & laser pickup seem to be integrated into a floating assembly similar to a laptop’s optical drive. When you load or remove a CD at the center spindle, you can see the entire assembly droop & flex. As someone w/a CD collection north of 3500 discs, I am concerned about the longevity of the drive after being forcibly moved about w/every disc change.
The inclusion of a subwoofer output is great, but there are no other analog outputs so you can’t set up another listening area or add an external amp. There was easily enough room on the remote for more direct input buttons, but anything beyond the CD, radio or BT requires tedious scrolling of inputs via remote & as I’ve indicated elsewhere, there are a LOT of them! It would be nice to turn off/hide unused inputs so the selection process wasn’t quite so onerous.
If you listen to music in a darkened room, you can dim or turn off the display, but the touch-panel controls stay illuminated which may be intrusive. Conversely, the remote is not illuminated which makes usability in the dark challenging. It would also be nice if the receiver remembered the volume the last time an input was used as variations in line levels can produce jarringly loud transitions between devices/inputs.
Finally, I would have loved a proper balanced headphone jack like XLR or 4.4mm, or at least a more robust ¼” jack. As a receiver, I imagine most people will set this up across the room from their listening position, but most high-quality headphones typically include a longer ¼” cable while 3.5mm cables are usually reserved for shorter, more “portable-oriented” situations.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for providing such a detailed and comprehensive review of the Technics SA-C600! However, your critique points, such as the absence of certain high-definition codecs, limited support for optical disc features, and concerns about the CD drive's longevity, provide valuable insights. Your input helps us understand the customer's experience and improve our products. -M
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
THIS RECEIVER IS GREAT FOR A BEGINNER OR A NOVICE.
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The SA-C600 is the all-in-one solution for any newbie to the audio game or the audio aficionado. Not only is this packed with features, it is packed with the top notch sound quality. The 60 watt amplifier is more than enough to drive even the most power hungry set of speakers. I parked it with a set of bookshelf and floor standing speakers and both were driven to a level of excellence. Separation was incredible this being a 2 channel stereo system to my surprise, it has sound quality of an high end system.
I connected it to my network via cate 6e cable which I prefer in any streaming situation for the best resolution. It has WI-FI but if available use Ethernet cable for the best sound quality. You can setup
With google Home or Apple Home no app was required for setup thank goodness. Connection to a major music services was a breeze as well as our own music server.
I wasn't able test the sound quality of the FM radio because I did not have an antenna. I was able to program local channels and will test it at a later date.
Plugged in a USB thumb drive, it worked flawlessly. I didn’t play too much with the turntable feature at review time but will at a later date.
The Audio CD is built on the top of the unit with this plastic cover that rotates from left to right or right to left to place the CD into the tray. The sound quality was very preside with fantastic separation. So since I am a SACD (Super Audio CD Collector), I would try an SACD disk, thinking there is no way that I this is going to play in the unit, I was amazed that the sound quality was so nice. I inserted several different hybrid SADC’s, all worked flawless. With two bookshelf speaker and a subwoofer, I was fascinated with the sound quality. I feel that any two speakers you will love the sound quality of the Technics. SA-C600 all in one.
My final take is if you love the all in on e or are limited to real-estate in your home or apartment, this unit is a keeper. You can’t beat the size and the price point. If it had an HDMI or ARC, it would be hard to beat this unit but you could use a DVD player with line inputs and HDMI out to the tv, this could bea viable solution.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for your in-depth review! It's evident from your detailed feedback that you appreciate both the features and sound quality of this unit, making it suitable for newcomers to the audio world as well as seasoned audio enthusiasts. Enjoy your audio adventures! -M
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works with any streaming service you think of
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I needed a way to use in-ceiling pair of speakers in my new house and this receiver appeared to be a very good candidate. It outputs 2 channels at 40W per channel, supports almost any streaming service there is (Spotify, Apple AirPlay, Google Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer) can play regular FM radio, CD disks plus it has a few inputs such as Phono for a turntable (Moving Magnet cartridge only), line in, USB and digital inputs. It's pretty compact in size so it would be easy to find a place and can display current time on the front display (kinda like a hotel alarm clock-FM radio). Setup process is extremely easy - can be accomplished via WiFi using Google Home or Apple Home apps or just a wired Ethernet connection. First thing it did - it decided to perform firmware update which took it a good 20 minutes. At the end of the update it just displayed "Success" and sat like that (nothing in the manual or quick start guide) until I power cycled it. Internet access unfortunately does not mean it will automatically recognize your CD content.
Overall - it does a decent job driving a stereo system, it won't be able to drive a floorstanding speakers, but a pair of bookshelfs or in-ceiling/in-wall speakers - easily. There is also a subwoofer output, unfortunately I could not find any crossover settings so I'm not sure if there is one. Phono pre-amp and built-in CD player add it a nice "retro" touch making this receiver a point of interest for everyone. Unfortunately there are no pre-amp outputs so it's not possible to upgrade to external amplifier. It does not support SuperAudio CD either (despite "Premium" in the name).
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for providing your insights on the Technics receiver. Your detailed review helps potential buyers understand its capabilities and limitations! -M
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Technics - SA-C600 Steaming Audio/CD Player
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The Technics - SA-C600 Premium Class Network CD Receiver is a bit of an interesting device. This is a very niche player with a very specific purpose. I want to make this point very clear from the beginning. There are no pre-amps and this devices should server the purpose of either streaming music from a paid service, local network, or spinning a CD. It is a stand alone device and does not connect to an external amp or receiver. If you want to use speakers with this. device that are connected to other equipment, I suggest getting banana plugs and running to pairs of cables so you can easily switch them at the speaker terminals (this is exactly what I did).
With that out of the way, my setup here consists of the SA-C600, a pair of Martin Logan Motion XT F100 speakers, a premium Tidal subscription and some physical audio CDs.
Physical setup is easy, just connect speaker wires and power. The rest is best served using the Technics smartphone app as it makes connecting to online services and other things much easier. I found this process to be fine, simple enough, and I ran into no problems. If you were to attempt to set this up using the interface on the device itself, or the remote, it would be an aggravating challenge I suggest you avoid. If all you want is to play CDs, or, connect a phono, you're up and running almost immediately.
There is a calibration option where you use your smart phone as a mic, and the device will "calibrate" the EQ to match your room. I found this next to pointless as it did not enhance any of the EQ range beyond maybe 2-3% at most. The built in EQ is equally as worthless, it barely changes the sound stage.
The CD "tray" at the top is weird. It spins to the side, which makes putting in a CD in tight quarters easier, which I suppose is the reason for it, but otherwise, I found it obnoxious. I would have much rather had a traditional lid style over this swivel style. Regardless, I made it work just fine.
Connecting Tidal was easy via the app once initial setup was done, all streaming from the Tidal app have to be done from the Technics app and not from the native Tidal app. This was annoying as the Technics app does not display track number and it was hard to tell from some titles what track order I was playing in. It also made searching for albums and music a bit weird. I would have much preferred the native app.
CD playing is easy, basic controls you'd be used to if you ever used a CD player before. Nothing changes here worth noting.
Sound quality. This is the most subjective yet important part here. I also want to mention this device claims only 30 watts of power. I was concerned when reading this, however, this had no problem driving my F100s at a volume that was plenty loud for my space at only around 50% volume. So what I am saying here is, don't worry about the 30 watts, however, I do find it odd this is such a low spec. This device would fail in very large environments as a result. My space where this is used is approx 800 sq feet and it was fine. The sound produced, by the 192khz MQA studio tracks from Tidal sound ultra clean and ultra clear, every single bit of detail can be heard as you'd expect. However. I found the overall soundstage to be extremely "flat". If you've ever put a receiver in "pure" mode, this is what this unit sound like. My F100s are capable of extremely low bass with booming that makes you feel like wind is hitting you face, this device, does not do that at all. Maybe it's the 30 watts, but I don't think so. I think it's simply this thing is evening out all tones for the sake of clarity and if offering next to no post processing of the audio, which from a quality perspective, makes sense, but practically speaking, EQ is very important and this doesn't deliver a usable EQ for super high end speakers. You must have a subwoofer connected to get even close to proper bass response from this thing.
Overall, I'm happy with the device, and use it exclusive for music as intended. I go through the trouble of connecting my main front speakers from my theatre to this device for this purpose and I enjoy the clean sound, when coupled with a subwoofer, otherwise, I hate it, despite it's clarity.
I think this is an ultra niche product for an ultra niche person, beyond even the audiophile group (which I consider myself to be in). This device has many shortcomings for a modern audio/theatre/stereo setup and the lack of a preamp is nearly a dealbreaker. It's restricted to Tidal if you want completely lossless audio in the way you'd intend. It has a weird CD tray and all function needs to be controlled via the app. I think most people should pass on this unless it fits some super specific need you have which fits within the conditions mentioned above.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Pros mentioned:
Design, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome receiver with gorgeous looks!
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Hello friends this is my review of the new Technics SA-C600 network CD receiver. This unit is very cool in my opion with its silvery appearance and modern cabinet. Technics did not add a lot of writing and graphics on the case as so many other manufacturers do. As a matter of fact the only writing on the entire case is just their name. No model number or android play stickers or anything else to muddle it up. This is great look in my opinoin, nice and clean. Also Technics added a few extra details to the unit that are just nice touches. Such as a little light that illuminates the CD while it's playing, Nobody else has built a unit with a light on the disc in a long time. So hats off to Technics for the design elements of the SA-C600.
Now for the meat and potatoes of this review. Does it sound ok? It more than sounds ok. It sounds great for a new CD player! I spent a lot of hours comparing it to other setups I have. And I can tell you that I'm impressed with the sound quality. It's clean and open, without being strained. The power level of the SA-C600 is good for driving lots of different speakers. Only very cheap inefficient speakers with say 70db or under may sound weak. But most folks looking at this unit probably have some decent-quality speakers you are wanting to drive. (A side note, this unit sounds shrill on horn speakers. E.g. highs are over-extended)
The Technics SA-C600 is designed a stand-alone receiver to basically have a full stereo setup anywhere. It only has one set of speaker outputs, but it has a subwoofer output and several inputs for your external devices. It even incorporates a phono input. That was unheard of in small receivers only a couple of years ago.
I think most folks who buy this are wanting to stream music from their phone or network . The Technics SA-C600 does this quite well. I paired my phone right to it in seconds and started streaming right away. I did not connect this unit to my network, however I'm sure it's just as easy. Technics thought ahead on this to make it seamless and easy.
Other quick points on the SA-C600, the power cable is very good quality, as well as the speaker terminals on the rear. These are small details but contribute to the build quality greatly for the end user. And lets me know that these folks care about putting out a product that will last for years and bring great music into your life. Technics is making a comeback in a big way and this unit shows it! Final point, I had to contact customer service at Technics, They were easy to deal with and fixed my issue very quickly. Great customer service!
Would I recommend the SA-C600 to a friend? Yes, without a doubt. A cool-looking unit that sounds great and gives lots of choices to the user.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for sharing your detailed review! Your insights into its design, sound quality, and features are much appreciated. -M
Pros mentioned:
Cd player, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Lots of Listening Options and Great Sound Quality
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This Audio Receiver with a CD player built in is great. Even cooler is that it’s on the top of the unit which makes it unique. I have not had a working CD player for many years but have kept my collection just in case. Now I can readily listen to them whenever I want. Just recently I went through them all and realized how much I miss some of the older songs I used to love when growing up.
The receiver comes with an FM antenna that you can string up for better reception. Besides that and the power cord, it comes with a remote control for use to configure it, change various settings and select the input you want. When I powered it up it walked me through a few steps in order to get it connected to my network using the Google Home app. Simple enough to do. Also important to note is that you can do this similarly with the Apple Home app. Additionally, there is an app called Technics Audio Center that controls all of the things that the remote can do but in a much easier way since the LED interface on the unit may be a bit cumbersome to work through.
The are a lot of input choices including one for a turntable, an optical connection, an Ethernet port for your home network, coax and FM antenna. As for streaming, it has the ability to utilize Google Chromecast and Airplay as well as pair to a Bluetooth device. Built into the menu system you can stream using Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music and Tidal, which is my favorite because of their HiRes audio quality. With all of these options, you shouldn’t run into any challenges getting your music the way you want it and from where you prefer.
Regarding outputs, there are connectors for a set of speakers and a subwoofer. You could use a large or small set but I think the intention for this unit is for a really good pair of bookshelf speakers. The sound is above what I expected and really made me feel the music. I am extremely pleased with this receiver and really pumped about listening to so many of my old CDs.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that you're extremely pleased with this receiver and that it has rekindled your enjoyment of your old CDs. If you have any further insights to share or if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Enjoy your music journey! -M
Pros mentioned:
Cd player, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Stunner
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The Technics SA-C600 is another in a long line of Technics products that punch above their weight. I have been into two channel audio for decades and I can say this about the SA-C600, don't let the conservative power rating fool you. I have owned storied electronic brands such as McIntosh, Rotel (Michi), PS Audio, Rega, and Naim, as well as, more elusive brands such as Norma, BAT, and Gryphon. I paired the Technics with my Rossi Fiorentino Certaldo II as they are my current preferred flavor. I am finding I am really into the laid back Italian sound (which is probably why I have owned numerous Sonus Faber speakers).
The pairing of the Technics with the Certaldos was a superb match indeed. The Certaldo are relatively efficient speakers (~90db) and therefore a good watermark for the average speaker out there that one might pair with this unit. Let's just say that the 40w the SA-C600 delivered allowed the speakers to sing. They provided punchy, deep bass, organic midrange, and just a touch of air in the highs. I never detected the edginess that sometimes digital amplifiers can project. The sound was very fluid and offered better PRAT than I would have expected. Not quite the warm, analog feel one might get from a Rega amplifier, but certainly better than a lot of Class-D I have heard. Now, the rub here is that I have no idea what this unit sounds like with speakers that are more likely to be paired with it as these are in the $10k class and probably not what Technics imagined. That said, the JENO amplifier technology inside the SA-C600 is a trickle down from their state of the art SU-R1000 integrated amplifier albeit with less output. What Technics is doing here is no joke. It is legit Hi-Fi and I don't care what anyone says to the contrary.
The SA-C600 comes with a variety of options for streaming including AirPlay 2, a built in CD player, and numerous digital and analog inputs. This is truly a Swiss Army knife integrated amplifier. It was quick and painless to get connected to my Wi-Fi and CD playback has been awesome. I am not going to put it in the same class as some of my MUCH more expensive transport/DAC combos, but it holds its own better than I could have possibly imagined. It is also controllable from the Technics app, but I really use it more for setting up the SA-C600 than straight control. The only real knock I have with the unit is that lack of Roon Ready certification and why I docked it one star. This seems like a big miss given the target audience I feel like Technics is trying to entice. That said, I added a WiiM Pro to it and I was off and running with Roon streaming.
It is a powerful combination and the Technics paired to my Rossi has won me over. I prefer the Technics sound to the Cambridge Evo and even the NAD M33 (which is five times the price) and it is now my main system in my bar area of my home. I will be enjoying it for many years to come. Do not hesitate to check it out if you are in the market for a compact streaming amplifier with CD capability. That is a pretty rare combination and the Technics is quite possibly the best... especially in this price range. Just keep in mind if you need Roon Ready you will need to add a transport.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences, which will undoubtedly assist others in their audio equipment choices. Enjoy your music for many years to come! -M
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Hdmi
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
All-in one CD player
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The Technics SA-C600 Network CD receiver has a ton of features, but it seems to be missing something…
The C600 is more than just an expensive CD player, it’s also a receiver that offers discrete power amplification, a network streaming player including built-in Chromecast as well as Airplay 2. I was a little shocked that this doesn’t offer USB-C input, but it does take USB-B. The Build quality is decent, you can open the CD door by sliding it in a circle. This is nice because you don’t have to worry about a motor breaking. There is also a phono input for connecting a turn table.
The C600 connects to your network, but only by Airplay or Chromecast. The front of the player has a display with touch controls, but the included remote is way more convenient. I was a little disappointed to find out that the player doesn’t allow you to connect Bluetooth headsets, although it does allow you to connect a Bluetooth music player…
As far as the performance goes for the C600, I tried a few different sources to see how well it delivers. I tried out the CD player first, and needless to say, it sounded great especially after using Space Tune. This is feature that’s activated through the Technics Audio Center app, where it uses your phone’s speaker to measure your room and measure the correct sound waves. I used a pair of Martin Logan Motion 15 and a Dynamo sub as my speaker set up. The C600 provides 60w per channel, with a total of 2 channels. I’m a little disappointed with the power output, as I think it should have been able to push out more, but it does sound good. Next, I connected my turntable to the phono input to see how well the built-in phone equalizer performs, I was really impressed with this. My vinyl sounded incredible. The C600 seemed to have amplified my listening experience with vinyl in a major way.
Overall, there are many aspects of the C600 that I thoroughly enjoy. Such as, the build quality is great, the rotating CD tray makes it easy to fit snug in a shelf, the ability to stream with music apps via Airplay and Chromecast, not to mention the superb phono equalizer which makes my vinyl sound amazing. But I definitely think there’s room for improvement, one of the biggest things would be increasing the wattage channel, it definitely feels lacking in that area. Another thing would be to add the ability to connect BT headphones to listen to music. I think if it had those features, then it would really set this unit apart from everything else.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Thank you for providing a comprehensive review of the Technics SA-C600! We truly appreciate your input and we are thankful you took the time to write these suggestions. -M
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quality Receiver.
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Being an audiophile I was eager to get my hands on this product which is the Technics - SA-C600 Premium Class Network CD Receiver.
At first glance, this is a slim and compact receiver. It’s ultra modern looking and it controlled via remote or controls located on the receiver itself.
My particular unit was paired with my Bowers and Wilkins set of floor speakers and separate subwoofer. This receiver has left and right speaker hookup via class 2 wiring and one subwoofer out receptacle. In my particular case, my subwoofer configuration has two wires and no RCA plug. You can simultaneously hookup a subwoofer directly to either the left or right speaker wire. If your subwoofer has an RCA port, you can connect it to the subwoofer out connection on the receiver.
As per the manufacturer’s information this is the
Units connectivity:
COAX
Phono and ground
FM Antenna
Headphone
Subwoofer
Lan
Wi-Fi
Airplay
Bluetooth
PC and USB1 and USB-A
Left and right speaker
Maximum watts are 60 per channel with a total harmonic distortion of 1.0. In my particular case, this unit easily cranks out enough power for my particular set of speakers with no discernible distortion. You can preset a load of radio stations with this unit so that you can easily switch to your favorite stations. You can also play CDs with this product and it does a decent job in doing so.
I love being able to play music while utilizing my iPhone 13 Pro wirelessly. This unit supports Spotify, Tidal, Airplay2, Amazon music, etc. The supplied remote is highly responsive and easy to use.
In closing, I’m happy with this receiver. It does everything as advertised and works well. It is a nice space saver and a great addition to my stereo equipment set up. Recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Your feedback means a lot to us. We're glad you're pleased with our product and the 5-star rating you've given us. -M
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
High quality receiver, with a CD player!
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This is a nice, capable feature-rich receiver, that produces nice clean sound. The obvious thing that makes this unique is the included CD player on top. The lid rotates to either side, pivoting on the back hinge. It's a nice unique way of accessing the CD that makes it feel a bit more modern than traditional slot-load or disc trays of CD players past. It doesn't provide much for preventing dust from getting in there, so I might be worried about that over time. But I still like its inclusion because it gives a good excuse to dust off the old CD collection.
The back, in addition to the usual suspects, includes optical and coax digital inputs, to maintain audio integrity from digital sources. It also has a sub-out, which is a nice inclusion; in my experience, not a lot of stereo receivers include a sub-out. Unfortunately, it does not have any settings for a crossover frequency that I could find.
It does not have any line-level output.
It supports Ethernet or Wifi connectivity, which enables streaming from Amazon music, Spotify, TIDAL, Deezer, podcasts, internet radio and also Chromecast. You can also connect to Bluetooth, and it supports HD AAC over Bluetooth.
Once connected to your network, you can also use the Technics Audio Center app (NOT Technics Audio Connect App!!). The app will give you the full functionality of the receiver. Maybe you could do it with the remote and the front display, but certainly would be tedious.
In the app you can setup your streaming services, and then browse and search music in them. And you can add shortcuts to playlists or songs in your streaming services so you can quickly play them later.
The app also lets you configure all the settings, though they aren't particularly well-documented in the app itself. For example, a couple of the toggle settings are "opt-in auto play" or "standby mode", and it's not clear what turning those on or off will do. Though, I did discover that turning on standby mode will show a clock on the display when the receiver is off. The clock discreetly moves around the space of the display a bit, presumably to prevent uneven wear of the front display of the pixels.
Under the display has touch button controls primarily for selecting a source and playback controls. Though you can do some rudimentary browsing of streaming services if you have them setup.
For "space tune", where it's supposed to apply equalization based on room acoustics, requires the iOS version of the app, which is disappointing. However, you can choose from some preconfigured defaults, based on the location of the speakers relative to a wall. I kind of played around with it a bit, but it seems it depends more on the speaker you have connected, on how well it improves the sound based on speaker location. I bet the iOS sound tune works better.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Panasonic Team
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Thank you for providing an insightful review, we truly appreciate it! -M