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Mission 778CDT
Mission 778CDT
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The 778CDT is a dedicated, compact, purposeful and digitally optimised CD Transport, designed for pure signal delivery and seamless system integration.
The Mission 778X marked the brand’s return to integrated amplification after more than three decades — a compact, powerful amplifier that redefined expectations at its price point. Built on that foundation, the 778CDT brings the same philosophy to CD playback: focused design, uncompromising engineering, and music as the priority.
Part of the 778 Series
Housed in the same elegant, compact half-width design and striking retro form that made the 778X a modern classic, the 778CDT completes the 778 Series as its dedicated CD transport.
It is a digital-first device designed for audio purity and seamless system integration, perfectly matching the 778X amplifier and 778S network player.
Engineering & Performance
At its heart, the 778CDT employs a custom CD transport mechanism with a precision servo control system, engineered to ensure stable disc rotation, accurate tracking, and robust error correction.
A temperature-compensated crystal oscillator, or TCXO, is used as the master clock, significantly reducing jitter and delivering a clean, stable SPDIF signal to the downstream DAC.
True to Mission’s engineering philosophy, the design avoids unnecessary complexity. Key circuit functions — transport, laser, decoder, and master clock — are powered by dedicated low-noise supplies, minimising interference and preserving signal integrity throughout the playback chain.
The result is a digital output that remains faithful to the source, allowing connected DACs to perform at their best.
Connectivity & Digital Flexibility
Digital output is provided via both coaxial and optical SPDIF, ensuring straightforward compatibility with the internal DAC of the 778X or any high-quality external DAC system.
Beyond disc playback, the 778CDT also supports USB-HDD music playback, extending its role as a versatile digital transport.
High-resolution audio files stored on USB devices — including FLAC, WAV, MP3, WMA, and APE — are handled using the same precision clocking and low-noise architecture as CD playback, ensuring consistent performance across physical and locally stored digital media.
Part Of A Complete System
Together, the 778X, 778S, and 778CDT form a complete, modular hi-fi ecosystem — compact, stackable, and designed for serious listening without unnecessary complexity.
As with all Mission products, the 778CDT is not defined by specifications alone. It exists to serve the music — delivering clarity, timing, and emotional connection in a system built to last.
| Model | 778CDT |
|---|---|
| General Description | CD Transport |
| Design Philosophy and Core Technology |
Playback from CD, CD-R, CD-RW, Data CD or USB-HDD Compatible with CD/CD-R/CD-RW and data CD formats High-end CD mechanism with a precision optical system OLED Display with CD text support Fully functioning remote control (also compatible with the Mission 778X and 778S components) |
| USB Storage Device Audio Format | WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, APE format playback |
| USB Storage Device File System | Supports FAT16/FAT32/exFAT formats |
| Digital Output Amplitude | 500 +/-50mVpp |
| Output Impedance | 75Ω |
| Frequency Response | -0.01 dB (20Hz-20kHz, ref.1 kHz) |
| Sampling Rate | 44.1 kHz |
| Digital Output Interface | 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical |
| Standby Power Consumption | <0.5W |
| Power Requirements (According to Region) |
220-240V - 50/60Hz 100-120V - 50/60Hz |
| Product Size W X H X D (mm) | 236 x 96 x 357mm |
| Carton Size W X H X D (mm) | 470 x 161 x 514mm |
| Net Weight | 5.04kg |
| Gross Weight | 6.74kg |
| Finish | Silver/Black |