Pro-Ject CD Box S3 - Pre-Owned

Product Summary

The Pro-Ject CD Box S3 is a compact CD player designed for customers who still value proper disc replay but want a unit that fits more easily into a modern hi-fi system. Rather than trying to be a multi-format machine, it focuses purely on stereo CD playback, which makes it a smart option for anyone with a treasured CD collection who wants a cleaner, more purpose-built solution.

A big part of the appeal is its simple but serious design. The slot-in mechanism is optimised for bit-accurate playback of standard audio CDs, while the internal DAC and analogue RCA output make it easy to connect straight into an amplifier. There is also a coaxial digital output if you want to use an external DAC instead, which gives the CD Box S3 useful flexibility in a more ambitious system.

This is a pre-owned unit that was purchased in September 2025, and was returned for a full service in October 2025. The unit works perfectly and comes with the power cable only. Please note that no remote control or original boxing is included. The unit will be supplied in an older Pro-Ject box.

Key Benefits

• Dedicated CD player design focuses on high-quality stereo CD playback
• Bit-accurate Red Book CD playback is designed to get the best from a CD collection
• Internal DAC makes it easy to connect directly to an amplifier or preamp
• Coaxial digital output gives the option of using an external DAC
• Compact S3 size is easy to accommodate in smaller hi-fi systems
• Full aluminium casework gives it a more premium and solid feel than many compact digital sources
• Display with colour inversion improves readability in different setups
  
• 2 years manufacturers warranty, extended to 3 years if registered with Pro-Ject within 4 months of purchase

Technical Specifications

CD Player Details

• Product Type: Compact disc player
• Supported Media: Red Book CD-DA
• Loading Mechanism: Slot-in CD mechanism
• Playback: 1:1 bit-accurate CD playback
• DAC: Internal DAC supporting up to 32-bit / 384 kHz conversion
• Analogue Output: 1 x RCA line output
• Digital Output: 1 x S/PDIF coaxial output
• Display: 1.54 inch display with colour inversion function
• Casework: Full aluminium chassis

Colour Options

• Available Colours: Black

Weight & Dimensions

• Dimensions: 20.6 x 5.5 x 15.3 cm (W x H x D)
• Weight: 1.33 kg

What’s in the Box

• Pro-Ject CD Box S3 CD player
• Older Pro-Ject CD Box S2 Packaging
• Power supply
• Proof of Service Sheet