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.