Arcam Alpha 7SE CD Player

Why Buy New is pleased to offer for sale this used Arcam Alpha 7SE CD Player.

It is supplied in its original box (though not with the original internal packaging) with mains cable and handbook. Please note that this unit is not supplied with a remote control.

Tested and in full working order. It is sold with a 3-month warranty.

The general cosmetic condition is very good, with some minor marks on the unit. Please see the images for further details.

FREE national courier delivery.

Why Buy... from us? Because all of our items go through a full inspection, get serviced (if required), PAT tested for electrical safety, deep cleaned and all come with a warranty. We are 100% committed to customer care and are always on hand pre or post-delivery for technical help and advice.

The Arcam Alpha 7SE is a respected CD player, originally launched in 1999. This "Special Edition" model builds upon the standard Alpha 7, offering refined audio performance and the addition of a digital optical output. It was recognised for its quality, receiving an award from What Hi-Fi? for its contribution to hi-fi during the 1990s.

Internally, the Alpha 7SE employs a Burr-Brown PCM1716 DAC, featuring 24-bit digital filtering to process audio signals. Its design also incorporated a modular chassis, allowing for potential internal upgrades to later Arcam models.

Listeners often describe the sound produced by the Alpha 7SE as warm, powerful, and engaging. It presents crisp high frequencies and a refined, open midrange, complemented by a bass response that is described as full, tight, and clean. The player is noted for its precise imaging and a wide soundstage that effectively separates musical elements.

- Burr-Brown PCM1716 DAC with 24-bit digital filtering
- Stereo RCA outputs
- Digital coaxial output
- Digital optical TOSLINK output