Philips - CDR-775 CD recorder

Very rare collectors item!
Unfortunately I could not find an "Audio" CD-R or CD-RW disc (with SCMS licensing code), and I was unable to test the recording function.

Philips CDR-775 Dual Deck Audio CD Recorder – Premium Digital Recording System

For sale is a Philips CDR-775, one of Philips' finest standalone dual-deck Audio CD Recorders, combining a high-quality CD player and CD recorder in a single elegant component.

Designed for serious music enthusiasts, the CDR-775 allows direct CD-to-CD copying, recording from analog and digital sources, and playback of standard audio CDs. With optical and coaxial digital inputs, adjustable recording functions, and Philips' renowned digital audio technology, it remains an outstanding addition to any vintage Hi-Fi system.

Features
Premium Philips dual-deck CD recorder
Separate playback and recording drives
Direct CD-to-CD copying
Records to Audio CD-R and CD-RW media
Optical and coaxial digital inputs
Coaxial digital output
Analog line inputs and outputs
Automatic and manual track numbering
CD-RW erase and disc finalization
Headphone output with volume control
Collector's Rarity

★★★★★★★★★☆ (9/10)

The Philips CDR-775 is one of the most sought-after standalone CD recorders produced by Philips. Its dual-drive architecture, excellent recording quality, and robust engineering have made it a favorite among collectors of vintage digital Hi-Fi equipment.
Description

The Philips CDR-775 is a premium dual-deck Audio CD Recorder introduced in 1999. It combines a dedicated CD player and a CD recorder in one chassis, allowing direct disc-to-disc copying as well as recording from analog and digital sources. It was one of Philips' most advanced consumer CD recorders and is still highly regarded by collectors and audiophiles.

Unlike a computer CD burner, the CDR-775 was designed specifically for home Hi-Fi systems and records directly onto Audio CD-R and Audio CD-RW media.

Main Specifications
Manufactured: 1999–2000
Type: Dual-deck Audio CD Recorder / CD Player
Disc formats:
Audio CD
Audio CD-R
Audio CD-RW
Frequency response: 2 Hz – 22.05 kHz
Playback signal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB
Dynamic range: 95 dB
Channel separation: 100 dB
Playback THD:
CD-R: 0.0033%
CD: 0.0056%
Recording S/N: 98 dB (analog)
Digital inputs: Optical and Coaxial
Digital output: Coaxial
Analog line input/output
Headphone output with volume control
Automatic and manual track numbering
CD-RW erase and disc finalization
Power consumption: 20 W
Dimensions: 435 × 88 × 310 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg

Sound Quality

The CDR-775 is highly regarded for:

Excellent CD playback quality
Accurate digital recording
High-speed CD-to-CD copying
Optical and coaxial digital recording
Clean analog recording
Reliable Philips dual-drive mechanism
Headphone output with dedicated level control

Like other Philips standalone recorders, it requires Music Audio CD-R/CD-RW discs for recording because of the SCMS copy-management system. Standard computer data CD-R discs generally cannot be used for recording.

How Rare Is It?

Collector's Rarity: ★★★★★★★★★☆ (9/10)

The Philips CDR-775 is considered quite rare today because:

It was produced for only a limited period.
Dual-deck standalone CD recorders were significantly less common than standard CD players.
Many surviving units have worn optical drives or recording lasers.

Among Philips' consumer CD recorders, the CDR-775 is one of the most desirable models thanks to its dual-deck design and comprehensive recording features.