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5-Disc Carousel PlayXChange Pure Direct USB Playback Burr-Brown 24/192 DAC RCA • Optical Out IR In • RS-232C Out

Yamaha CD-C603BL 5-Disc CD Changer with USB Playback

Continuous, high-fidelity playback with PlayXChange disc swapping, Pure Direct analog purity, and USB file support

Designed for curated listening rooms and modern component stacks, the CD-C603BL combines a 5-disc carousel with Yamaha’s PlayXChange mechanism—enabling uninterrupted playback while swapping up to four discs. A Burr-Brown 24-bit/192 kHz DAC, short signal paths, and an intelligent digital servo deliver controlled dynamics and clarity, while Pure Direct disables digital output and the display to reduce noise for the cleanest analog performance. Add front USB playback for high-quality files and you have a refined hub for rediscovering physical media.

✔ 5-disc tray-loading carousel ✔ PlayXChange: swap 4 discs while 1 plays ✔ Pure Direct for lowest-noise analog output ✔ Burr-Brown 24-bit / 192 kHz DAC ✔ USB: AAC • FLAC • MP3 • WAV • WMA ✔ RCA + Optical connectivity

High-Capacity Disc Playback with Audiophile Signal Discipline

The CD-C603BL is engineered to keep listening uninterrupted and sonics uncompromised. The fully-opening tray supports loading all five discs at once, while PlayXChange maintains continuous playback for long sessions and evolving playlists. For noise-sensitive systems, Pure Direct disables the digital audio output and turns off the display to reduce interference—prioritizing the integrity of the analog output stage.

5
Disc Capacity
Tray-loading carousel
24/192
DAC
Burr-Brown conversion
105 dB
S/N Ratio
Quiet background
0.003%
THD
Low distortion

Frequency response: 2 Hz–20 kHz (CD) • 2 Hz–44 kHz (-3 dB, Data CD/USB). Auto Power Standby supports energy-aware operation.

Core Capabilities

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5-Disc Carousel with Fully-Opening Tray

Load up to five discs for extended sessions and library-style listening. The tray fully opens for quick access, and the platform supports CD, CD-R, and CD-RW media for flexibility across commercial discs and recorded collections.

Disc TypesCD • CD-R • CD-RW
Capacity5 discs
Playback ModesProgram • Repeat • Random
MemoryPlayback Memory Mode

PlayXChange for Uninterrupted Disc Swaps

PlayXChange keeps one disc playing while you exchange up to four others—ideal for long listening nights and curated rotations without breaking the room’s momentum.

PlayXChangeSwap 4 discs while 1 plays
Tray ActionFully-opening carousel
Ready ModeFast start behavior
Auto PlaybackConvenient operation
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Pure Direct: Lower Noise, Higher Analog Fidelity

Pure Direct disables the digital audio output and turns off the display to minimize potential noise sources, allowing the analog output stage to deliver the most refined signal to your amplifier or preamp.

Pure DirectDigital out off + display off
Analog OutStereo RCA (L/R)
S/N Ratio105 dB
THD0.003%

USB Playback for High-Quality File Libraries

Play music files directly from USB memory devices via the front-panel USB port. Support spans common compressed formats and higher-quality options—ideal for personal archives and curated playlists.

USB FormatsAAC • FLAC • MP3 • WAV • WMA
Max ResolutionUp to 192 kHz / 24-bit
Response (USB)2 Hz–44 kHz (-3 dB)
Channels2-channel stereo
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Component-Stack Connectivity + Custom Integration

Integrate cleanly into classic hi-fi stacks with stereo RCA and optical output. For custom installation workflows, IR in and RS-232C output support coordinated control in multi-room or rack environments.

OutputsRCA stereo • Optical (TOSLINK)
IntegrationIR in • RS-232C out
ControlFront panel + remote included
Time Display3-mode time display

Key Features

A refined CD hub for uninterrupted listening, file playback, and low-noise analog output

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5-Disc Continuous Playback

Library

Load five discs for extended sessions with convenient carousel access and classic playback controls.

CD/CD-R/RWProgramRepeat/Random
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PlayXChange Disc Swapping

Seamless

Swap up to four discs while one remains playing to keep the room uninterrupted and flowing.

UninterruptedFast swapFully-opening tray
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Pure Direct Mode

Fidelity

Reduces noise by disabling digital output and turning off the display for premium analog playback.

Low noiseAnalog focusDisplay off
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USB File Playback

Modern

Front USB port supports popular formats including FLAC and WAV for convenient library access.

AAC/FLACWAVMP3/WMA

Burr-Brown 24/192 DAC

DAC

High-quality conversion for controlled dynamics, clean transients, and refined detail.

24-bit192 kHzHi-fi tuning
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RCA + Optical + Integration

Stack

Flexible outputs for classic systems, plus IR and RS-232C support for custom installation control.

RCATOSLINKIR/RS-232C

Technical Specifications

Playback & Audio
Disc TypesCD • CD-R • CD-RW
Supported FormatsAAC • FLAC • MP3 • WAV • WMA
Disc Capacity5
DACBurr-Brown (24-bit / 192 kHz)
Frequency Response2 Hz–20 kHz (CD) • 2 Hz–44 kHz (-3 dB, Data CD/USB)
Dynamic Range> 96 dB
S/N Ratio105 dB
THD0.003%
Channels2
Connectivity & Control
Audio OutputsStereo RCA (L/R) • Optical (TOSLINK)
USBFront USB for file playback
Other I/O3.5 mm IR In • 3.5 mm RS-232C Out
ControlsFront panel + included remote
Playback OptionsProgram • Repeat • Random • Playback Memory
Display3-mode time display (with display off in Pure Direct)
Power & Physical
Input Power120 VAC, 60 Hz
Consumption11 W (typical) • 0.2 W (standby)
Dimensions (W×H×D)17.1 × 4.6 × 16" (43.4 × 11.7 × 40.6 cm)
Weight12.3 lb (5.6 kg)
UPC027108961675

What’s in the Box

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Yamaha CD-C603BL

5-disc CD changer with USB playback and Pure Direct mode

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Remote Control

Includes batteries for immediate setup

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Power Cord

Standard AC power connection

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Warranty

Yamaha 2-Year Limited Warranty

Five Discs, One Continuous Listening Experience

The Yamaha CD-C603BL delivers uninterrupted, premium playback with PlayXChange convenience and a noise-disciplined signal path. With Pure Direct for refined analog output, Burr-Brown 24/192 conversion, and USB file support, it’s an elegant CD centerpiece for listeners who value both classic media and modern flexibility.

5-disc carousel PlayXChange Pure Direct USB playback Burr-Brown 24/192 RCA + Optical

 

 

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