ATC Source Components

Signal integrity before everything else

ATC Source Components Range Introduction

The ATC Source Components represent the starting point of the signal chain in an ATC system.
As with ATC loudspeakers and amplifiers, these products are not designed to impress with features or formats, but to deliver a stable, accurate and uncoloured signal to the next stage.

ATC’s approach to sources mirrors its studio background:

if the signal is compromised early on, nothing downstream can fix it.

At Authentic High End, we position ATC source components for listeners who value correctness, longevity and consistency over rapid feature cycles.

What Defines ATC Source Components

ATC does not offer a wide catalogue of sources, and that is intentional.
Each source component exists because ATC believes it can do the job better and more reliably than generic alternatives.

Shared principles across the range include:

Stability & Control

• robust power supplies

• mechanically stable construction

• focus on low noise and consistency

Neutral Voicing

ATC sources are designed to:

• add no warmth

• add no excitement

• add no softening

They aim to deliver exactly what is on the recording — nothing more, nothing less.

Longevity Over Fashion

Rather than chasing formats, ATC focuses on:

• mature, proven technologies

• long product life cycles

• serviceability over time

This aligns with ATC’s broader philosophy of building products that remain relevant for decades.

Models in the ATC Source Component Range

The ATC Source Components range currently consists of the following products, which can later be expanded into individual product pages:

ATC CD2

• Dedicated CD player

• Designed for accuracy and long-term reliability

• Focus on stable disc reading and clean signal delivery

ATC CDA2 (Mk2)

• CD player with integrated DAC and analogue output stage

• Designed to function as both disc player and digital hub

• Built to the same neutrality and control standards as ATC amplification

ATC treats CD replay as a reference format, prioritising consistency and signal integrity rather than feature sets.

Listening Character

Across ATC source components, listeners can expect:

• clarity without edge

• stable imaging

• strong sense of timing

• consistency across long listening sessions

These components do not draw attention to themselves; they simply feed the system correctly.

Position Within the ATC Range

ATC Source Components:

• are designed to pair naturally with ATC pre- and power amplifiers

• integrate seamlessly with both active and passive ATC loudspeaker systems

They are intended for listeners who want a complete ATC signal chain, from source to speaker.

Why We Recommend ATC Source Components

We recommend ATC source components because they share the same virtues as ATC loudspeakers:

• honesty

• stability

• engineering discipline

They form a trustworthy foundation for systems where accuracy matters more than excitement.