Technics SL-G700M2 Grand Class Network/SACD Player at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA

The SL-G700M2 is a Grand Class network SACD and CD player from Technics (Osaka, Japan), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, New York, USA. The second generation of the SL-G700 platform, it combines Super Audio CD and CD playback with comprehensive network streaming in a single chassis, driven by the High Precision Coherent D/A Converter featuring dual ESS ES9026PRO DAC chips in a dual monaural configuration. The Coherent Processing technology, Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply, and proprietary discrete amplifier output stage deliver a dynamic range of 110 dB (IHF-A) for Super Audio CD and THD+N of 0.0006% at 1 kHz. Streaming capabilities include Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Deezer, and Internet Radio. USB-B input supports PCM up to 384 kHz / 32-bit and DSD up to 11.2 MHz. The SL-G700M2 is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY.

High Precision Coherent D/A Converter and Discrete Amplifier Stage

The SL-G700M2's High Precision Coherent D/A Converter is built around dual ESS ES9026PRO DAC chips placed symmetrically, one assigned to the left channel and one to the right, in fully independent transmission structures that reduce inter-channel interference and faithfully reproduce sound image and spatial information. Technics' Coherent Processing technology applies proprietary digital signal processing to signals up to 192 kHz PCM, minimising amplitude and phase deviations that occur throughout the D/A conversion process and improving impulse response accuracy. DSD signals from Super Audio CD are routed directly to the DAC without this processing, preserving their native character. The analogue output stage uses a proprietary discrete amplifier circuit rather than an operational amplifier IC, providing higher responsiveness, a better signal-to-noise ratio, and the ability to reproduce even the subtlest musical nuances. The SL-G700M2 supports balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs simultaneously, with dynamic range of 110 dB (IHF-A) on both from Super Audio CD sources.

Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply and Four-Section Configuration

The SL-G700M2 employs a three-stage Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply: a high-speed switching power supply operating at approximately 300 kHz, the same switching frequency used for the analogue circuits in the Reference Class SU-R1000 integrated amplifier; a low-noise voltage regulator as a second stage; and a Current Injection Active Noise Cancelling circuit as a third stage that removes residual noise components using a push-pull reversed-phase current injection method. The chassis is divided into four independent sections for the power supply, digital interface, analogue circuitry, and disc drive, suppressing mutual interference between circuits. The disc drive section features a three-layer chassis with a die-cast aluminium disc tray, providing powerful vibration damping and quiet operation for high-precision SACD and CD playback. A Pure Disc Playback mode shuts off network and non-essential circuits for the purest possible disc playback. The exterior uses a 7 mm thick hairline-finished aluminium front panel and 3 mm thick aluminium side panels for a high-grade appearance.

Key Features

• Dual ESS ES9026PRO DAC in Dual Monaural Configuration: Symmetrical placement with fully independent L/R transmission structures; reduces inter-channel interference for precise sound image and spatial reproduction.
• Coherent Processing Technology: Proprietary DSP minimises amplitude and phase deviations in PCM signals up to 192 kHz; improves impulse response accuracy and sound purity.
• Super Audio CD (SACD) Playback: Supports 2-channel SACD with DSD direct-to-DAC processing; THD+N 0.0006%, dynamic range 110 dB (IHF-A), S/N ratio 121 dB (balanced).
• MQA Full Decoding: Supports full MQA decoding for MQA files and MQA-CDs from streaming services and USB sources.
• USB-B Input: Newly added USB-B port for connection to a network audio server or PC; supports PCM up to 384 kHz / 32-bit and DSD up to 11.2 MHz.
• Comprehensive Streaming: Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Deezer, Internet Radio, DLNA/DMR via LAN or Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac).
• Three-Stage Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply: 300 kHz switching supply, low-noise regulator, and Current Injection Active Noise Cancelling with push-pull current injection.
• Pure Disc Playback Mode: Disables network and non-essential circuits for purest SACD/CD playback.
• Class AA Headphone Amplifier: 6.3 mm headphone output with separate voltage and current amplification stages.
• Four-Section Chassis Configuration: Independent power supply, digital interface, analogue, and disc drive sections with three-layer disc drive chassis and die-cast aluminium tray.
• System Control Port: 3.5 mm jack for system control integration with the SU-G700M2 Grand Class integrated amplifier.

Technical Specifications

What's in the Box

• Technics SL-G700M2 Grand Class Network/SACD Player
• Remote Control
• AC Power Cord
• System Connection Cable
• Analogue Audio Cable
• Owner's Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Technics SL-G700M2?

The Technics SL-G700M2 is a Grand Class network SACD and CD player from Technics of Osaka, Japan. It combines Super Audio CD and CD playback with full network streaming and a USB-B DAC in a single chassis. Its High Precision Coherent D/A Converter uses dual ESS ES9026PRO DAC chips in a dual monaural configuration with Coherent Processing DSP. Key measurements include THD+N of 0.0006% and dynamic range of 110 dB (IHF-A) for SACD. Streaming support covers Chromecast, AirPlay 2, TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer, and Internet Radio. USB-B supports PCM to 384 kHz / 32-bit and DSD to 11.2 MHz. Weight is 12.3 kg.

How does the Technics SL-G700M2 compare to the Marantz SACD 30n?

The Technics SL-G700M2 and the Marantz SACD 30n are both premium SACD network players targeting audiophile listeners. The Marantz SACD 30n uses Marantics's proprietary HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) discrete analogue output stage and the Marantz Musical Mastering upsampling algorithm, with streaming delivered via the HEOS platform supporting Tidal, Spotify, Amazon Music, and internet radio. The Technics SL-G700M2 uses dual ESS ES9026PRO DACs in a dual monaural configuration with Coherent Processing DSP and a proprietary discrete amplifier circuit, and adds Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, Qobuz, and a USB-B input not available on the SACD 30n. Both support balanced XLR outputs. The SL-G700M2 also adds a Class AA headphone amplifier and a System Control port for integration with Technics Grand Class components.

Does the SL-G700M2 support MQA?

Yes. The SL-G700M2 supports full MQA decoding for both MQA audio files played from USB or network sources and MQA-CDs played from the disc drive. Full decoding unfolds the MQA signal to its original studio master quality without requiring a separate MQA-capable DAC.

Can the SL-G700M2 stream from TIDAL and Qobuz?

Yes. The SL-G700M2 supports TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Deezer, and Internet Radio natively via its built-in network streaming platform. Chromecast built-in also enables streaming from any Google Chromecast-compatible app. AirPlay 2 enables streaming from Apple devices. Network streaming supports high-resolution audio including FLAC and ALAC at up to 384 kHz / 24-bit and DSD up to 11.2 MHz over LAN or Wi-Fi.

Where can I buy the Technics SL-G700M2 in Buffalo, NY or the USA?

The Technics SL-G700M2 Grand Class Network/SACD Player is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, New York, an authorised Technics dealer. Contact Vinyl Sound Buffalo for availability and system pairing recommendations, particularly with the SL-G700M2's companion SU-G700M2 Grand Class integrated amplifier.