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Yamaha CD-S300 Single-disc CD player/USB port for iPod®/iPhone®

Item # 022CDS300

Yamaha's versatile CD-S300 not only plays your CDs, including home-burned MP3 and WMA mix discs, but it also...

Yamaha's versatile CD-S300 not only plays your CDs, including home-burned MP3 and WMA mix discs, but it also...

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Item # 022CDS300

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About the Yamaha CD-S300

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Play your CDs and your iPod, too

Yamaha's versatile CD-S300 not only plays your CDs, including home-burned MP3 and WMA mix discs, but it also gives you a front-panel USB port for plugging in your iPod, iPhone®, or iPad®. This lets you take advantage of the CD player's high-performance digital-to-analog converter — a big improvement over the iPod's built-in DAC — for the best sound quality from your portable music library. Either way you play it, you'll enjoy great-sounding music through your home stereo system.

Play your CDs and your iPod, too

Yamaha's versatile CD-S300 not only plays your CDs, including home-burned MP3 and WMA mix discs, but it also gives you a front-panel USB port for plugging in your iPod, iPhone®, or iPad®. This lets you take advantage of the CD player's high-performance digital-to-analog converter — a big improvement over the iPod's built-in DAC — for the best sound quality from your portable music library. Either way you play it, you'll enjoy great-sounding music through your home stereo system.

Built to perform

The CD-S300's sophisticated internal design includes isolated power supplies for the digital and analog sections, a high-quality digital-to-analog converter, and short signal paths that minimize the chances of interference or signal loss. The end result is richly detailed sound with engaging warmth and musicality. You can improve sound quality even further with Pure Direct mode, which turns off the front panel display and the digital audio output to eliminate sources of potential noise.

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Product highlights:

  • plays CDs, CD-Rs & CD-RWs, and MP3 & WMA CDs
  • front-panel USB (type A) port for connecting an iPod, iPhone, iPad, USB flash drive, or other portable MP3 player
  • Burr-Brown 192kHz/24-bit DAC
  • program, repeat, and random play
  • CD Text display
  • Pure Direct mode shuts down the digital audio output and turns off the display to minimize noise and interference for enhanced sound quality
  • sophisticated circuitry and careful layout of parts with short signal paths to reduce any possible signal loss
  • Intelligent Digital Servo compensates for any disc errors for trouble-free playback
  • optical and coaxial digital audio output
  • signal-to-noise ratio 105 dB
  • dynamic range: 96 dB
  • frequency response: 2 - 20,000Hz
  • remote control
  • 17-1/8"W x 3-3/8"H x 11-1/2"D
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # CD-S300BL

What's in the box:

  • Single-disc CD player
  • 58" AC power cord
  • Remote control (WR96080)
  • 2 "AA" batteries
  • 40" Stereo RCA cable
  • Owner's manual (En/Fr)
  • Warranty information US)
  • Warranty information (Can)
  • On-line product registration information

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Features & specs

General
Disc Capacity N/A
CD Transport Only No
Disc Exchange N/A
Track Programming 24
Random Play Yes
Direct Track Access Remote
Direct Disc Access N/A
Networking Features
Network Music Streaming No
Ethernet Port No
Wi-Fi No
Remote Included
Parts Warranty 2 Years
Labor Warranty 2 Years
Compatibility
CD-R Playback Yes
CD-RW Playback Yes
Stereo SACD Playback N
Specifications
CD Frequency Response 2-20,000 Hz
Signal to Noise Ratio 105 dB
SACD Frequency Response Not Compatible
SACD Dynamic Range ---
SACD THD ---
Inputs
Digital Optical Input No
Digital Coaxial Input No
USB Type-A Input Yes
USB Type-B Input No
Outputs
Analog RCA Output Yes
Analog XLR Output No
Digital Optical Output Yes
Digital Coaxial Output Yes
Headphone Output No

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Quality Construction
Disc Compatibility
Controls
Connections

Quality Construction

Sophisticated Circuitry & Layout: Yamaha technicians devoted a great deal of time and effort to designing the overall interior layout of parts and circuit boards, a factor that significantly affects sound quality. As a result, the power supplies for the motor drive, display and USB sections, as well as the digital, and analog sections are individually isolated, eliminating electromagnetic interference among them. To achieve ideal weight balance for stable performance, the drive mechanism is located in the center of the unit.

High Quality Parts: Yamaha puts a great deal of effort into the selection and matching of parts and materials. A high-grade acoustic capacitor, a new low noise/high-gain bandwidth op amp, and the use of damping material under the transformer and around the signal cables are just a few examples of Yamaha's commitment to great sound quality.

Short Signal Paths: The highly logical and symmetrical internal layout of parts and circuit boards are designed to keep the signal paths on each board as short as possible. This purposeful design also keeps the paths between sections straight and short, minimizing the chance of signal loss or interference.

Laser Pickup Floating Mechanism: The laser pickup is isolated on a floating mechanism so its delicate operation cannot be affected by vibration.

Intelligent Digital Servo System: This type of system uses a microcomputer to monitor the signal, adjusting pickup tracking and focus, as well as spindle motor speed, to compensate for any problems.

Burr Brown 24-bit/192kHz DAC: The Yamaha CD-S300 CD player employs a Burr Brown 24-bit/192kHz DAC ensuring excellent conversion precision, S/N ratio, and dynamic range.

Disc Compatibility

CD Compatibility: The Yamaha CD-S300 CD player will play CD-Audio, CD-Text, CD-R, and CD-RW discs (12cm or 8cm).

CD Text: When a CD Text encoded CD is played, this unit will display the CD Text information - disc title, artist name, and track name.

MP3/WMA Playback: The CD-S300 supports playback of compressed MP3 (8-320 kbps) and WMA (16-320 kbps) files recorded on CD-R and CD-RW discs using the ISO 9660 format. The CD player can recognize up to 256 folders, 512 filers per folder, and a maximum of 999 total files.

Controls

LCD Display: The Yamaha CD player features a front-panel LCD display that shows the current status of the unit. You can select from elapsed time of the current track, remaining time of the current track, or the remaining time of the disc. You can also temporarily display the filename of your MP3/WMA files up to 28 characters. The front-panel display offers 4 brightness settings.

Pure Direct: The CD-S300 offers Pure Direct, which is the same popular feature included in Yamaha amplifiers and receivers. By pressing the button on the front panel or on the remote control, it shuts down the digital audio output and turns off the display. This achieves the lowest possible noise interference and, therefore, the highest sound quality of the analog audio output.

Playback Modes: The CD-S300 offers the following playback modes.

  • Program: You can customize the playback order of up to 24 track store on an Audio CD. This operation is not available for MP3/WMA playback.
  • Random: You can play back tracks in random sequence from and Audio CD, CD-R/RW, or USB device.
  • Repeat: You can play back a single track or all tracks repeatedly from a Audio CD, CD-R/RW, or USB device.
  • Repeat A-B: You can repeat a specified section of a track on an audio CD. This operation is not available for MP3/WMA playback.
  • Ready Mode: Pauses playback after each track, allowing you to start the next rack at any desired time.
Note: This unit retains the current Repeat & Random playback mode after turning off the power.

Search Functions: The CD-S300 offers the following search functions.

  • Direct Search: You can enter the desired track number for an Audio CD using the numeric keypad (0-9) on the remote control. This operation is not available for MP3/WMA playback.
  • Skip: You can skip to the beginning of the current, next, or previous track of an audio CD, CD-R/RW, or USB device. 
  • Fast Forward/Reverse: You can rapidly advance or reverse through a track on an Audio CD, CD-R/RW, or USB device. Each time you press the search key, the search speed increases by 2 levels.

Remote Control: The Yamaha CD-S300 single disc CD player comes with a full-function IR remote control for wireless operation of the unit. The remote has a range up to 20 feet with an angle of 30-degrees to the left and right of the unit's front-panel IR eye.

Connections

Analog Audio Output: The Yamaha CD player is equipped with one set of stereo RCA jacks.

Digital Audio Output: The Yamaha CD-S300 features a optical (toslink) and coaxial (RCA) digital output.

USB Port: The USB port on the front panel allows you to play MP3 (8-320 kbps) and WMA (16-320 kbps) music files from a USB memory device (flash drive), card reader, or portable audio player that use FAT16/FAT32 format. The unit will recognize up to 256 folders, 512 files per folder, and a maximum of 32,767 total files. The unit's USB port supports basic playback controls, such as Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Reverse, Skip (Next/Previous); as well as folder and track select.

iPod/iPhone Compatible: The Yamaha CD player's USB port also supports playback of your iPod/iPhone's music files (via the USB/dock cable supplied with  your iPod). The CD-S300 offers audio playback, basic control (Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Reverse, Previous/Next) and charging of your iPod. Advanced navigation is still done through your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen. Artist and song information will need to be viewed on your connected iPod's LCD screen. The Yamaha CD-S300 is "made for iPod/iPhone" compliant and supports the following iPod/iPhone models and functions (as of 9/27/2012):

iPod/iPhone Model Generation Tested Version Media Type Control Type Display Type Charge
Audio Video Remote iPod/iPhone Artist/Song Text Track Info
Dock Connector 3rd N/A N N N N N N N
Click Wheel (Color)
4th N/A N N N N N N N
Mini 1st N/A N N N N N N N
2nd N/A N N N N N N N
Video 5th 1.3 Y N Y N N Y Y
Classic 80GB 1.1.2 Y N Y Y N Y Y
120GB 2.0.1 Y N Y Y N Y Y
160GB 2.0.4 Y N Y Y N Y Y
Nano 1st 1.3.1 Y N Y N N Y Y
2nd 1.1.3 Y N Y Y N Y Y
3rd 1.1.3 Y N Y Y N Y Y
4th 1.0.4 Y N Y Y N Y Y
5th 1.0.2 Y N Y Y N Y Y
6th 1.1 PC Y N Y Y N Y Y
7th 1.2 Y N Y Y N Y Y
Touch 1st 2.2.1 Y N Y Y N Y Y
2nd 4.2.1 Y N Y Y N Y Y
3rd 5.1.1 Y N Y Y N Y Y
4th 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y Y
5th 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y Y
iPhone 2G 3.1.3 Y N Y Y N Y Y
3G 4.2.1 Y N Y Y N Y Y
3GS 5.1.1 Y N Y Y N Y Y
4 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y Y
4S 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y Y
5 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y Y
iPad 1 5.1.1 Y N Y Y N Y N
2 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y N
3 6.0 Y N Y Y N Y N
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.

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Customer Q&A

34 questions already asked

Q
Does this player have an adjustable speed option?
lisa  Feb 24, 2021
2 answers
A
No, it does not
daniel w  Feb 25, 2021
A
No it doesn't.
jim  Feb 24, 2021
Q
sonos. will this Yamaha CD S300 work with a Sonos Five system with 3.5mm aux input jack without a separate amplifier?
scott  Feb 20, 2021
1 answer
A
Yes. A separate amplifier is not necessary. You only need to add: "a stereo cable with a male miniplug (3.5mm) connector at one end, and dual RCA connectors at the other." ... Many choices available at Crutchfield.
david  Mar 04, 2021
Q
Can you use a USB Bluetooth adapter in the USB port to connect wirelessly to an iPhone?
clay  Jan 08, 2021
2 answers
A
yes
bruno  Jan 24, 2021
A
The USB port on this CD player is not designed to work with a USB Bluetooth adapter. We may still be able to help you work this and Bluetooth into your system and I recommend contacting an advisor by calling 1-800-324-9695 to discuss your gear and check
jason  Jan 23, 2021 (Staff)
Q
Can I attach it to a receiver using both analog and digital outputs at the same time and toggle between analog and digital output setting for that device on the receiver to hear sound variation? Just wondering if anything would blow up otherwise. Thanks!
flambeur  Jan 08, 2021
3 answers
A
I have the CD-S300 set up with both outputs but having done so, rarely change from using Coaxial
daniel w  Feb 25, 2021
A
I have the Denon PMA600ne and DCD600ne. it does work with this amp. I have both CD analog and optical hooked up at the same time. You can toggle back and forth. I'm not hearing much diifference between the two. they both sound good but the analog has a little more punch. I seem to prefer CD setting.
james john  Jan 16, 2021
A
Unfortunately, I only use mine in the digital mode. I imagine if you hook it up both ways and toggle between the two if your amplifier/receiver has that capability, you could do it? Believe the best way is to contact Yamaha out of California and ask them. They are great at answering questions re: their equipment. Have done so myself numerous times. Phone number is in manual or I'm sure you could google it.I do use an analog turntable also, but my amplifier only has the capability of listening to one at a time. Hope this helps. Enjoy the tumes.
drew  Jan 08, 2021
Q
Can we plug this into out Bose radio?
patricia  Dec 11, 2020
1 answer
A
I'm sure you can as long as Bose radio has RCA input
robert  Dec 11, 2020
Q
Will this play wav. files via usb? After unzipping a cd, transferring to a thumb drive, will it play that cd without further work? ie... go to the next song in that album or go back a song? I'm using Windows 10.
dale  Nov 22, 2020
1 answer
A
It plays mp3 and WMA formats. Won't even recognize WAV. With mp3 and WMA on a thumb drive, you can move around in the folder just as you would on a CD.
david  Nov 23, 2020
Q
How many speakers can be attached?
patty c  Nov 16, 2020
4 answers
A
This is a CD player that has no speakers attached directly to it. This connects to a received or amplifier.
michael  Nov 18, 2020
A
You cannot attach any speakers to this CD Player. You must connect it to an amplifier to be able to power speakers.
lynn  Nov 17, 2020
A
I have 4 attached.
james  Nov 17, 2020
A
We have three, and I'm sure you can add more!
john r.  Nov 17, 2020
Q
Can i play hi res audio 24bit 192khz stored on usb drive to this player via usb port ? Or its just for mp3 320kbps max
filipv  Nov 04, 2020
3 answers
A
The manual says the only supported formats are MP3 and WMA (version 8 or 9) and WMA lossless or professional are not supported. I have found through experience that the player will also work with FLAC files, but resolution seems to be limited to 44.1. I tried streaming high resolution files from Qobuz through the USB port too. It works, but not in high resolution. It was limited to PCM 44.1.
hklnf  Feb 05, 2021
A
I have not tried playing any hi-res on this. I would recommend talking to someone from Crutchfield. It may only play up to the 320kbps.
jim  Nov 04, 2020
A
I have found that yes you are able to play 24bit 192khz stored on USB drive to this player
lloyd  Nov 04, 2020
Q
Will this unit play MP3 files randomly within a folder?
bill  Oct 27, 2020
2 answers
A
Sorry, haven't tried that. Otherwise, very happy with the unit.
barbara  Oct 27, 2020
A
I don't know, don't have an MP3 device
richard p.  Oct 27, 2020
Q
What's the point in having a 24/192 DAC when it will not play high res. Discs or files?
ed  Jul 19, 2020
1 answer
A
No clue in what you are talking about. My player works fine
richard p.  Jul 20, 2020
Q
Is it work with recent iphone versions (xr) ??
jaime  Jul 08, 2020
1 answer
A
Yes it works with latest iOS.
robert  Jul 08, 2020
Q
Is the front panel aluminum or plastic?
tj  Jun 26, 2020
3 answers
A
Plastic
richard s  Jun 27, 2020
A
I own this CD S300 and assumed the front panel was metal without inspecting it closely. The face plate is 3/16th of an inch thick and would probably be thinner if it was metal. It does appear to be plastic, but it has a nice clean look.
andrew  Jun 27, 2020
A
The front panel is aluminum.
primo  Jun 26, 2020
Q
Will the USB input accept usb from laptop to stream Spotify or Pandora?
lake  Jun 17, 2020
3 answers
A
I don't see why not, but I haven't tried that myself.
peter  Jun 18, 2020
A
Yes
michael  Jun 18, 2020
A
In checking the Yamaha CD-S300 manual, it states "Do not connect devices other than USB mass storage class devices: USB chargers, USB hubs, PC's, HDD, etc." Therefore, the answer is no. The port is for iPods & flash drives only.
mark  Jun 18, 2020
Q
I can't figure out which button on the remote actually turns the power on/off. Which button does that? I've tried them all. Does one turn this on manually?
michael  Apr 10, 2020
2 answers
A
I have one of these and as far as I know there isn't a "standby" mode, only the physical power button on the front.
brandon  Apr 10, 2020
A
No. Strange but true. It will not turn on or off with a remote....factory or universal.
eric  Apr 10, 2020
Q
With the Yamaha CD-S300 can you record a CD straight onto an iPod as MP3 file?
peter  Feb 12, 2020
1 answer
A
The front panel ports are for play back only not record. They allow for iPod and like device playback using CD players DAC.
robert  Feb 12, 2020
Q
Can I get this in silver?
jim  Jan 21, 2020
3 answers
A
. I don't know. I got the back one.
anna  Jan 21, 2020
A
Sorry I can't answer that question. I don't remember that being an option when we purchased ours. I will tell you we are very pleased with our player. Very clear, crisp sound. We are using it through a Yamaha receiver and Polk Audio speakers both purchased from Crutchfield.
david  Jan 21, 2020
A
I believe so but check with Crutchfield. It has been made in silver in the past.
stephen l  Jan 21, 2020
Q
When I play my iPod classic through the USB port, it sounds great (better then the iPod usually does, less 'muddy' and crisper sounding), is it using the DAC from the S300, or the one in the iPod?
chris  Oct 30, 2019
1 answer
A
Info from Yamaha's web page for the S300 states : iPod plugged into USB port will be output through S300's DAC. So the answer to your question is yes, through the S300 DAC. Full info can be found by googling Yamaha S300 CD player. Hope this helps.
robert  Oct 31, 2019
Q
can i charge my phone thru the usb port?
carl  Oct 29, 2019
3 answers
A
Yes you can.
anna  Nov 07, 2019
A
Yes, as long as you push the button next to the port to select USB (light over the port will be green when USB is active).
liesl  Nov 07, 2019
A
Only iPhones
antonio  Oct 30, 2019
Q
Any way to make this unit work with Bose Quiet Comfort 35 wireless headphones?
tango1  Aug 09, 2019
1 answer
A
If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.
kristina  Aug 18, 2019 (Staff)
Q
I understand the CD-S300 detects and properly applies a de-emphasis via the analog outputs for older CDs created with pre-emphasis. Question - does the CD-S300 also send pre-emphasis flag info via the coaxial S/PDIF output? (I have an external DAC and would prefer to use it's de-emphasis filter.)
erik  Apr 15, 2019
3 answers
A
player does not like home made disc.
kenneth e.  May 04, 2019
A
Frankly, I don't know, since I believe in shorter signal paths, so no DAC for me with CDs. Now, on pure direct, this unit soundly beats multi k$ units built a decade ago. I am habitually rediscovering old CDs on my almost perfect small listening room with my very unforgiving Dynaudios .
antonio  Apr 24, 2019
A
I don't know.
frank  Apr 24, 2019
Q
Does this unit support Apple Air Play?
craig  Jun 08, 2018
1 answer
A
just read the write up on the sit5e
devin  Oct 16, 2020
Q
What are the dimensions of this unit?
e  Dec 15, 2017
4 answers
A
3.5" tall, 17 1/8" wide, 10" deep (case dimension)
alan  Dec 19, 2017
A
The official specs of the Yamaha CD-S300 list the dimensions as [17-1/8-inches w x 3-1/8-inches h x 10-1/4-inches d]. I always add a couple of inches to the depth to account for connections. And I'd note that the unit runs warm, and so it might like an extra inch of ventilation space above it in a stack or rack. I have found it to be an excellent, smooth-working, high-resolution CD player, especially when connected via toslink/optical.
micah  Dec 16, 2017
A
From the Crutchfield Site, the dimensions are: 17-1/8"W x 3-3/8"H x 11-1/2"D.
mark  Dec 16, 2017
A
17 1/8 w x 9 7/8 d (excluding rear jacks) x 3 3/8 tall (including feet)
richard  Dec 16, 2017
Q
Will this player work with the remote for a Yamaha R-S500?
mark  Oct 02, 2016
3 answers
A
Don't know if it would. I imagine the remotes are pretty similar but can't say for sure that that the R- S500 remote will work the S-300. Jack
john (jack)  Oct 03, 2016
A
Mark, unfortunately I have no idea as I have only tried he remote which came with the unit. Perhaps one of the Crutchfield "Ask an Expert" folks can help. Go the the Crutchfield website for contact info which this response will not permit me to list. Sorry. Don
don  Oct 03, 2016
A
Sorry I can't help you, but I don't know the answer to that.
susan e.  Oct 03, 2016
Q
Can I attach it to a receiver using both analog and digital outputs at the same time?
richard  Jul 04, 2016
3 answers
A
If you have seperate Controls on your receiver to select either the digital or the analog inputs I dont see why this should not be ok.
michael p  Jul 05, 2016
A
The manual says that the digital outputs are disabled when the mode "Pure Direct" is turned on. Pure Direct is a feature that turns off most of the panel indicators. It reduces electrical noise that can appear (at very low level) in the output signal. When using Pure Direct, the manual says use the analog outputs. I infer from this that when Pure Direct is off, both analog and digital outputs are active. A Wiki article on S/PDIF says S/PDIF is unidirectional, so the receiver could not reply to the CD player to turn the digital signal on and off. The player has both fiber optic digital output and coaxial (RCA connector) digital output, so both are unidirectional S/PDIF.
philip  Jul 05, 2016
A
I think your receiver will only use an analogue input. The CD Player is taking a digital signal and converting it to an analogue signal through the use of a D/A converter. That said, your CD player is sending your receiver an analogue signal. Suggest you use your CD input or Aux input to read your CD player.
charles  Jul 05, 2016
Q
Will this work with the iPhone 6s Plus?
anthony  Jun 23, 2016
3 answers
A
I don't know whether it works or not as I have a MS Lumia 640 and have never tried to use the feature. I have had numerous problems attempting to employ my Harmony universal control through my entertainment center, but that may be due to my ineptness. Sorry I wasn't any help! Curt
curtiss  Jun 27, 2016
A
Yes, it works well with the iPhone. You just plug your iPhone into the CD player using a lightning/USB cord (the normal charging cord) and enable USB input on the CD player (press the CD/USB button). You can then easily play iTunes, Pandora, Spotify, etc., through your CD player.
tom  Jun 27, 2016
A
i never used it this way with my iPhone. I imagine it would though if there is an app. Check the App Store.
peter  Jun 27, 2016
Q
Will this player decode the feed from Spotify Premium from my iPhone 5s via the USB input? Essentially bypassing the phone's internal DA's? Thanks
david  Aug 05, 2015
2 answers
A
Yes. The feed to the CD player via USB is digital and will be decoded by the CD player. Further, if you have an outboard third-party DAC, you can feed the digital output from the iPhone through the CD-S300 to the DAC using the CD-S300's digital output.
tom  Jun 27, 2016
A
Sorry, no idea. I am an android user.
david  Aug 06, 2015
Q
Will the CD S300 play the classic ipods? I have iPod Touch but since it only had 32Gb I bought the classic one with 160Gb so I can put all my music in one iPod. If it does not, I will not buy it. Thanks!
manuel  May 04, 2015
3 answers
A
Yes. Just plug the iPod into the CD player using the iPod's USB charging cord. Works like a champ.
tom  Jun 27, 2016
A
Good news. It is compatible with the iPod Classic. You can get a full breakdown of compatibility on the "Details" tab.
jeff  May 04, 2015 (Staff)
A
Hi-- I'm sorry, but I can not answer this question. I purchased the YAMAHA CD S300 for my 83 year old Dad- an older audio-file. He has other components including a high end turntable. He has never used the iPod ( although he has one). I can tell you that the quality of this product like all YAMAHA products is superb. I set it up with him and have used it while visiting his house. I am very impressed and he is very happy with it. I hope someone can answer your question. Perhaps YAMAHA has a customer service phone number or email.
wendy  May 04, 2015
Q
Will this unit play FLAC files from a USB flash drive? I specifically want to play "hi-res" FLACs up to 192kHz/24-bit. Will the player recognize these files (tracks) within folders (albums) that are loaded on USB flash drives?
samuel e  Sep 16, 2014
5 answers
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I have this CD player. Although the manual states that FLAC is not a supported format via the USB input, I tested it and it does play FLAC files in 44.1 kHz resolution.
hklnf  Feb 05, 2021
A
The Yamaha CD-S300 is designed for MP3 and WMA version 8 and 9 files loaded onto USB flash drives. It will not play these files if they are copyright-protected. It does accept the FLAC PCM format loaded on USB flash drives, but I don't know to what resolution. I don't use the USB port myself. I generally just shove a CD into it which it plays beautifully. Sorry, I'm old school and prefer an LP or CD to downloaded copies. I still wish quadraphonic had caught on.
glenn  Sep 21, 2014
A
Sorry don't know as I have only played cd's through it-it does a mighty fine job of that though.
eric  Sep 18, 2014
A
no
joseph a  Sep 17, 2014
A
I believe no because a search of the 'net and since I owned the unit since last October, I couldn't play FLAC, but I believe Yamaha cd-s700 does. Hope this helps.
kenneth  Sep 17, 2014
Q
does this player play split track cds?
jones  Aug 17, 2014
2 answers
A
This player does not play split track cds that I am aware of. It does play all other cds that I own, including hybrid cds.
h. keith  Aug 17, 2014
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Yes as long as it is in one of the formats listed in the description of the player; CD CDR CDRW from what I understand about split track cd's it will play any CD, including split track. You can also google it about this specific player to see what it says Kevin. Also, this is an excellent player that I have had since last October and I love CD's still so the single disc player usb/cd option being able to play music from a flash drive is awesome with a great design can't go wrong here Kevin. I hope I helped. Sincerely. Ken.
kenneth  Aug 17, 2014
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Can anyone tell me the difference in sound quality between the Yamaha cd s300 and the Onkyo c-7030. Pls describe them as vividly as you can. Is the difference sort of in your face, or very subtle? Does the Yamaha really sound natural? I would appreciate your help.
larry  Mar 21, 2014
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Thank you Krissy. That is good advice.
larry  Mar 21, 2014
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Thanks for your question. For information on comparing two or more models I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to help determine the differences and help you make the best choice for your system and your budget.
kristina  Mar 21, 2014 (Staff)
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i just had my old cd receiver die. it went up in smoke. does this unit allow for a turntable to connect through it as well?
matthew  Dec 22, 2013
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I'm sorry , I just don't know about turntable connectivity with this unit . Otherwise, I have been happy so far .
ross  Dec 26, 2013
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Yes
thomas  Dec 24, 2013
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if your turntable has RCA out put cables I'm sure it will connect and work well. I play my i pod thru the Z-580 using the RCA cables that came with the 580 and a RCA to 3.5 adapter.
gary l  Dec 24, 2013
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Will this unit play mp3 files from a laptop via the usb port?
craig  Dec 18, 2013
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Don't quote me on this, but I'm pretty sure it will! I play Pandora on my Ipad, and it plays through the usb port just fine. Also, you can get a thumb drive/flash drive. Download your music content on that,then plug into usb port and it will play! Hope that helps! Happy Holidays!
michael  Dec 18, 2013
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that's what the port is for
joseph a  Dec 18, 2013
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Yes
trevin  Dec 18, 2013
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Hi Craig happy to answer your question. I just bought this player 1 month ago and it's awesome but I just tried usb to usb on pc and unless you use a memory stick usb with files copied from your computer usb to usb does not detect no mtter what I disabled and re-enabled pc speakers the whole deal. I have a sonh vaio laptop if that helps. If your not used to knowing ho to download and copy files to a memory stick a good one to buy is PNY 8 gb can hold up to 1500 songs! I have about 800 half used. I would recommend this CD player. Happy Holidays! Ken Allen.
kenneth  Dec 18, 2013
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no. search for a "B" USB input....USB A to B.....(the square USB)......i recommend a separate DAC. Crutchfield sells the Cambridge DAC Magic 100, i own it and it works great. Peace.
michael z  Dec 18, 2013
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Yes it plays MP3 on a usb stick I use. But the CD' sound better.
joseph  Dec 18, 2013
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