Michi Prestige Q430 – High-End CD Player

The Michi Prestige Q430 is a CD player designed for audiophiles who cherish the ritual of removing a CD from its case and enjoying their collection at its highest sonic potential. Developed with the Michi tradition and engineered to the highest standards, the Q430 combines a sophisticated floating CD transport mechanism with an ultra-quiet proprietary power stage—all designed in-house. Multi-stage isolated voltage regulators reduce power line noise, ensuring extremely low distortion so that every tiny detail and nuance clearly emerge from silence.

At the heart of the Q430 is an ESS SABRE ES9028PRO 8-channel DAC configured in a differential stereo arrangement for improved accuracy, delivering transparent and linear digital-to-analog conversion. The result is outstanding channel separation, a stable and deep soundstage, and precise instrument positioning—especially apparent with complex vocal, acoustic, and orchestral recordings.

Analog outputs include both RCA unbalanced and XLR balanced connections, alongside a coaxial digital output for maximum system flexibility. On the front panel, the vibrant color TFT display brings your CD collection to life by showing album covers and key playback information. The precisely machined aluminum chassis and high-quality finish highlight the product’s refinement, and an elegant aluminum remote control is included.

The Michi Prestige Q430 is engineered to deliver maximum audio performance and long-term reliability.

Main Features

• Floating drawer CD transport mechanism, high-precision, smooth operation, designed to reduce mechanical vibrations and ensure stable, accurate playback.
• Multi-stage power regulation to suppress noise and preserve signal integrity, reducing background noise.
• ESS SABRE ES9028PRO DAC (32-bit/768 kHz, 8-channel) used in a differential stereo configuration, delivering a wide, precise, and detailed sound image.
• Analog RCA and XLR outputs, plus coaxial digital output for maximum connectivity flexibility.
• Color TFT display with live CD album cover display and playback information.
• Precision-machined aluminum chassis, paired with an aluminum remote control.

Technical Specifications

• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.0006%
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0 dB, –0.3 dB)
• Channel Balance: ±0.5 dB
• Channel Separation:
  • RCA (Unbalanced): > 105 dB @ 10 kHz
  • XLR (Balanced): > 110 dB @ 10 kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted, IHF):
  • RCA: > 120 dB
  • XLR: > 125 dB
• Dynamic Range: > 99 dB
• Output Level / Impedance (Analog):
  • RCA: 1.96 V / 100 Ω
  • XLR: 4.2 V / 2 kΩ
• D/A Converter: ESS SABRE ES9028PRO DAC
• Digital Output: Coaxial
• Power Supply: 230 V, 50 Hz
• Power Consumption: 25 W
• Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 431 x 148 x 385 mm
• Front Panel Height: 131 mm
• Net Weight: 8.8 kg
• Finish: Black