Nakamichi 1000mb 7 disc CD transport - $1,500 (Arvada)

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make / manufacturer: Nakamichi

model name / number: 1000mb

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The Nakamichi 1000MB is an ultra-high-end CD transport released in the early 1990s as the flagship companion to the 1000P DAC. It is legendary for its MusicBank internal 7-disc stocker system, which offered the convenience of a multi-disc changer while maintaining the rigid performance standards of a high-end single-play transport. The unit features a massive copper-plated chassis and a sophisticated "Acoustic Isolation System," utilizing an airtight structure and a double-suspension floating pickup base to virtually eliminate external vibrations and mechanical noise.
As a dedicated transport, the 1000MB was engineered to output a pure digital signal to an external processor. However, it followed the same modular philosophy as the rest of the 1000-series, allowing for the installation of an internal D/A converter board (such as the DA-101MB). Today, it is revered by collectors for its "near-silent" precision elevator mechanism and a tank-like build quality that remains a benchmark in the history of digital audio playback.
Specifications & Information:
Original MSRP: Approximately $6,000 (1991 USD)
System Type: CD Transport with 7-disc MusicBank internal changer
Disc Loading: Internal elevator system (no external trays or magazines)
Isolation: Double-suspension floated pickup and copper-plated chassis
Digital Outputs: 75-ohm Coaxial (RCA) and Optical (Toslink)
Modular Options: Supports internal D/A board upgrades (e.g., DA-101MB)
Dimensions: 17" (W) x 5.25" (H) x 14.5" (D)
Weight: Approximately 40 lbs (18 kg)

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posted: 2026-02-26 06:40

updated: 2026-03-08 23:34

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