EMM Labs TXi Reference CD Transport

The EMM Labs TXi is a reference-level CD transport created for listeners who want uncompromising playback from their compact disc collections. Designed as the final component in EMM Labs' flagship digital front-end ecosystem, the TXi is a purpose-built 16-bit/44.1 kHz Red Book CD transport engineered to extract and deliver digital data with exceptional timing accuracy and minimal noise.

At its heart is a unique hybrid drawer and top-loading transport mechanism with an integrated suspension system that isolates the disc mechanism from external vibration and chassis-borne noise. The transport is housed within a precision-machined, internally damped aluminum chassis designed for exceptional rigidity and mechanical stability.

Designed for EMM Labs Reference DACs

The TXi features EMM Labs' proprietary EMM Optilink optical interface, providing a galvanically isolated, clock-synchronized digital connection to the EMM Labs DA2i and DV2i converters. When paired together, the DAC becomes the primary interface for the transport, creating a unified EMM Labs digital playback system.

Power comes from EMM Labs' next-generation proprietary high-isolation resonant-mode power supply, engineered in-house to minimize ripple, switching noise and interference throughout the digital signal path.

Key Features

• Reference 16-bit / 44.1 kHz CD transport

• Hybrid drawer and top-loading transport mechanism

• Integrated transport suspension system

• Precision-machined and internally damped aluminum chassis

• Optimized digital signal path

• Proprietary EMM Optilink optical output

• Galvanically isolated, clock-synchronized connection

• Seamless integration with EMM Labs DA2i and DV2i DACs

• Next-generation high-isolation resonant-mode power supply

• RS232 communication and system integration

• Field-upgradeable firmware

• Kimber Kable PK14 Base power cable included

• Designed and manufactured in Canada

Specifications

Disc Format: Red Book CD, 16-bit / 44.1 kHz
Digital Output: EMM Optilink
Communication: RS232
Power Input: Universal 85–260 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption: 50W
Dimensions: 438 × 381 × 102 mm
Weight: 15 kg
Finishes: Fine bead-blasted Silver or Black
Manufacturing: Designed and manufactured in Canada

EMM Labs TXi at The Grid HiFi

At The Grid HiFi in Houston, Texas, the EMM Labs TXi can be integrated with the DA2i or DV2i to create an exceptional reference digital front end for listeners who still demand the very best from physical media.