Description

Features

  1. Dual-mono Burr-Brown PCM1704 24-bit DACs: The unit uses twin high-performance DAC chips in a fully separate (mono) configuration for left and right channels.

  2. Top-loading disc mechanism with magnetic puck: A premium CD transport design featuring a sliding lid and magnetic clamp to hold the disc securely.

  3. Discrete output stage + multi-stage power regulation: Audio circuitry is optimised with discrete components and multiple regulation stages for clean, stable power to the analogue path.

  4. Large toroidal power transformer with separate windings for transport and audio stages: This separation helps reduce interference between the mechanism and the audio path.

  5. High-stability crystal clock reference & dedicated regulators for transport/audio: Designed to reduce jitter and maintain timing accuracy, improving fidelity.

  6. High-quality double-sided PCBs, all-aluminium casework with extruded front panel: Robust build, good layout and shielding for better performance.

  7. Flexible outputs: Analogue RCA outputs (2V RMS), digital outputs (SP/DIF coaxial & Toslink optical), enabling use as both CD player and transport.

  8. Display can be turned off: To minimise potential interference and let the unit operate with less visible distraction (and possibly improved sound).

  9. Available in two finishes (black or titanium) & includes remote control, three-year guarantee.

Benefits

  • High fidelity playback: Thanks to the dual-mono DACs and discrete output stage, you get very good channel separation, low distortion (<0.007% THD) and high signal-to-noise (>100 dB) across 20 Hz-20 kHz.

  • Flexibility and future-proofing: With both analogue and digital outputs, you can use the unit as a traditional CD player or as a high-quality transport feeding an external DAC—great for evolving systems.

  • Superior mechanical/build quality: The top-loading mechanism with magnetic puck gives a more premium feel than many slot/loader alternatives; the solid all-aluminium casework helps reduce vibration/resonance and improve sound purity.

  • Low noise & jitter: With a dedicated clock, separate power winding and meticulous regulation, the player is engineered to reduce timing and power impurities that degrade audio. This translates to clearer, more stable playback with better detail retrieval.

  • Musical engagement: According to reviews, the player gives tuneful bass, open midrange and sparkling highs without harshness — making listening enjoyable over longer sessions.

  • Strong value within its class: For a high-end British designed CD player with premium build, the specification and features offer performance above many more mainstream units.

  • Aesthetic and system-matching: The choice of finishes and build quality make it suitable as the premium front-end in a refined hi-fi system, particularly if paired with the rest of the manufacturer’s 3510 series components.

Summary

In short: If you’re looking for a serious CD player that offers both high-end performance and flexibility (play CDs + transport mode), the Exposure 3510 ticks many boxes. The build-quality, top-loading mechanism and careful audio engineering mean it stands out in its tier — particularly for those who value sound quality over just features.