--- product_id: 1162626 title: "Emotiva Audio ERC-3 Balanced CD Player & Transport" brand: "emotiva audio" price: "SAR 619" currency: SAR in_stock: false url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1162626-emotiva-audio-erc-3-balanced-cd-player-and-transport store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Plays all CD formats High-performance DAC Balanced & unbalanced outputs Emotiva Audio ERC-3 Balanced CD Player & Transport **Brand:** emotiva audio **Price:** SAR 619 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate Your Listening Experience! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Emotiva Audio ERC-3 Balanced CD Player & Transport by emotiva audio - **How much does it cost?** SAR 619 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1162626-emotiva-audio-erc-3-balanced-cd-player-and-transport) ## Best For - emotiva audio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted emotiva audio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Unleash Your Sound:** Experience audiophile-grade sound with the AD1955 DAC. - • **Multi-Format Mastery:** Plays everything from CDs to hybrid SACDs effortlessly. - • **Robust Build Quality:** Engineered with a reinforced steel chassis for minimal interference. - • **Transport Powerhouse:** Utilize optical, coax, and AES/EBU outputs for versatile use. - • **Versatile Connectivity:** Seamlessly connect with balanced and unbalanced outputs. ## Overview The Emotiva Audio ERC-3 Balanced CD Player & Transport is a complete disc solution that plays all Red Book stereo audio CDs, HDCDs, MP3 CDs, and the Red Book layer of hybrid SACDs. It features an Analog Devices AD1955 high-performance DAC, versatile analog connectivity options, and a robust construction designed to minimize interference and vibration. ## Description Taking CDs to the Next Level Even in today's download age, most of your best music is still on CDs. You probably have hundreds, if not thousands of them. But finding a player that can treat them right and bring out their best can be difficult, especially if you don't want to spend thousands. until now. The all-new Emotiva ERC-3 sets a new standard for exceptional compact disc playback, at a price that will leave you breathless. Performance from the Chassis Up Everything about the ERC-3 was designed to extract the best possible performance from your discs. Pick it up and feel the rock solid 21-pound chassis. Strategically placed steel dampers add additional mass loading, reducing vibration and resonance to negligible levels. Feel the smooth action of the high-reliability tray loading mechanism. We spared no detail in creating a tough, precise, and gentle playback platform for your treasured discs. Balanced Audio Quality The legendary Analog Devices AD1955 Multi-Segment Delta-Sigma DAC's joined to our all new Differential Reference analog circuitry deliver class-leading audio performance, whether you're looking at the numbers or listening to the end result. You don't need an external DAC for a nuanced, engaging, and resolving musical presentation with the ERC-3-just connect the balanced or unbalanced analog outputs and get ready to hear what you have been missing. An Exceptional Transport Already own a great DAC? The ERC-3 is also a top-class digital transport, providing optical, coaxial, and AES/EBU digital outputs to interface with your DAC of choice. Amazing Versatility and Control Do you have MP3 CDs, HDCDs, or Hybrid SACDs? The ERC-3 plays them all. Sit back and use the included solid machined aluminum remote control to stage a command performance you'll remember! The Emotiva ERC-3. Taking your discs to the next level. ## Features - Complete disc solution: plays all Red Book stereo audio CDs, HDCDs, MP3 CDs, and the Red Book layer of hybrid SACDs. - Audiophile sound quality through superior design: Analog Devices AD1955 high-performance DAC with multiple isolated and well-filtered linear power supplies for analog and digital circuitry. - Versatile analog connectivity: both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs are provided. - Works great as a transport, too; To slink optical, coax, and AES/EBU outputs provided. - High-quality construction throughout: reinforced steel chassis with additional mass loading to minimize interference and vibration, machined solid aluminum faceplate, a high-reliability tray loading mechanism, and machined gold-plated output connections. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00JRH8EY6 | | Additional Features | CD-R/RW Compatible, Shockproof | | Brand | emotiva audio | | Built-In Media | Remote Control | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Speaker, Headphone | | Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary, Infrared | | Connector Type | XLR, RCA, Optical, Coaxial, AES/EBU | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (61) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00818841011655 | | Headphones Jack | No headphones jack | | Manufacturer | Emotiva Audio Corporation | | Media Format Type | Digital | | Mfr Part Number | ERC-3 | | Model Name | ERC-3 | | Model Number | ERC-3 | | Number Of Discs | 1 | | Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) | | Number of Channels | 2 | | Supported Audio Format | MP3 | | UPC | 704660976810 818841011655 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** emotiva audio - **Color:** Black - **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary, Infrared - **Model Name:** ERC-3 - **Special Feature:** CD-R/RW Compatible, Shockproof ## Images ![Emotiva Audio ERC-3 Balanced CD Player & Transport - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7128qHuJwaL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what do you need to use transport** A: Hi Derek, While the ERC-3 is a full fletch CD player, it can be used as a stand alone transport with separate DAC (D to A Converter of your choice) via digital coax, balanced or optical. Contact us for further questions at 407-333-4621. Thanks, CAavtheater. **Q: Can I connect this cd player to a vintage 70s pioneer receiver?** A: Sure. No problems at all with RCA cables. I recommend a Onkyo 7030 CD player. Save some money and get the same quality **Q: Is the emotiva erc3 a true balance xlr cd player?** A: You can use the Emotiva ERC-3 in 1 one of 2 ways: 1) as a "CD player" (in which case the digital audio signal goes through the excellent DAC included in the ERC-3) and the output from the ERC-3 will be ANALOG; or, 2) as a "Digital Transport" (in which case you bypass the internal DAC to connect with an external DAC) and the output from the ERC-3 will be DIGITAL. Back to your question:1) if you plan to use the ERC-3 as a "CD Player", then you can connect it to other components (say to a preamp/powered moniors) through either: a) an unbalanced (i.e RCA) L and R (analog) output cable; or b) balanced (XLR) L and R analog output cables. Note: "balanced analog outputs" typically offer a "higher quality" connection than a "unbalanced" i.e RCA connection but you need a component with balanced XLR INPUTS.2) if you use the ECR-3 as a "Digital Transport" (akin to a turntable) you bypass the internal DAC thus the output will be DIGITAL and you will have to connect to an external DAC using either: a) a coaxial cable; b) an optical (Toslink) fiber link; or c) and AES/EBU single XLR cable (the best as long as the DAC has a AES/EBU--XLR--input). This is the connection I use, because I connect the ERC-3 (and many other digital output sources) to the superb EMotiva DC-1 DAC which has every possible connection you can think of. Hope this was helpful (disclaimer: I do not work for Emotiva, but I love their products. The info above is based on the ERC-3 User Manual. **Q: I understand it will play hybrid SACDs, but will it play all SACD discs?** A: The Emotiva ERC-3 will play the red book layer of SACD's. This is not full SACD, but the sound quality is very good. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1162626-emotiva-audio-erc-3-balanced-cd-player-and-transport](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1162626-emotiva-audio-erc-3-balanced-cd-player-and-transport) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-08-24*