Welcome to our in-depth Mission - 778CDT/S Bundle Review. At The Audio Tailor, we're thrilled to explore this pairing that promises to marry the ritual of physical disc playback with the versatility of today’s streaming landscape. Featuring the dedicated 778CDT CD transport with TCXO clocking and the 778S wireless Roon Ready streamer/DAC, this bundle sets a new benchmark for digital front-end performance.

Precision Disc Playback: The 778CDT Transport

The Mission 778CDT is a dedicated CD transport designed to honour every disc in your collection. Its high-end mechanism, precision optical system and servo control ensure accurate reading, while the TCXO (temperature-compensated crystal oscillator) master clock slashes jitter at the source. The result? A cleaner, more stable SPDIF output that allows the 778S—or any standalone DAC—to extract every ounce of detail from your CDs.

• Dual SPDIF outputs (coaxial & optical) for maximum compatibility
• Dedicated low-noise power supplies for transport, laser, decoder and clock
• USB-A playback supporting FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, APE and MP3

State-of-the-Art Streaming DAC: The 778S

As Mission's first wireless music streamer, the 778S is as versatile as it is sonically refined. Powered by a Silent Angel platform and featuring the coveted ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M HyperStream DAC, it delivers THD below 0.001% and SNR in excess of 120dB. With upsampling to 384kHz and five selectable reconstruction filters, you can fine-tune the sound to suit your system and taste.

• Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect & Qobuz Connect
• Balanced XLR (4.1Vrms) & RCA (2.05Vrms) outputs, plus coaxial & optical digital outs
• Onboard headphone amplifier (20–600Ω) and comprehensive app control

A Harmonious Digital Front-End

Stacked side by side in matching half-width chassis, the 778CDT and 778S create a unified, coherent presentation. When the TCXO-timed SPDIF output of the 778CDT feeds the ES9038Q2M’s Time Domain Jitter Eliminator, the synergy is palpable: increased focus, dynamic precision and a richer soundstage that simply outclasses an all-in-one CD player with built-in DAC.

Pros & Cons

• Pros: Supreme jitter control; high-resolution streaming; balanced XLR outputs; versatile tech stack; stackable, elegant design.
• Cons: Half-width form factor may require additional shelf space; limited colour options.

Elevate Your Listening Journey with Mission

The Mission 778CDT/S Bundle represents the pinnacle of digital source design—bringing together the ritual of CD playback and the convenience of high-res streaming in one cohesive package. If you’re seeking a front-end that honours both physical and digital formats, this is your answer. For detailed pricing, finish options and personal advice, call our specialist team at The Audio Tailor on 1300 308 711 or email sales@theaudiotailor.com.au.

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