Sony DVP-CX860 301-Disc DVD/CD Mega Changer – Disc Explorer

Step into peak early-2000s home-theater engineering with the Sony DVP-CX860 — the legendary “mega changer” that let movie lovers retire their disc towers and command an entire library from one machine. This powerhouse doesn’t just store 301 discs; it organizes them with Sony’s Disc Explorer system, a surprisingly intuitive on-screen database that feels like a retro precursor to today’s streaming interfaces. Load your DVDs and CDs, give each a label, and suddenly your TV becomes a browsable jukebox of your entire collection.

But Sony didn’t stop at convenience. Inside the CX860 hides a 96 kHz / 24-bit audio DAC, wide-band 2 Hz–44 kHz frequency handling, and >110 dB signal-to-noise performance — numbers that still hold up impressively well. Movie marathons get even better with its automatic dual-side DVD flip mechanism, a clever robotic arm that rotates double-sided discs so you never have to leave the couch. Add SmoothScan, SmoothSlow, and full Dolby Digital/DTS passthrough, and you’re looking at a time capsule of Sony’s golden-age engineering: overbuilt, ambitious, and proudly made in Japan.

Full Specifications 
Disc Capacity: 301 total (300-disc carousel + 1 front-loading slot)
Formats: DVD-Video, CD, CD-R/RW (audio), Video CD
DVD Flip Mechanism: Automatic 180° disc rotation for double-sided DVDs
Audio DAC: 96 kHz / 24-bit
Frequency Response:

• DVD 96 kHz PCM: 2 Hz–44 kHz ±1 dB
• DVD 48 kHz PCM: 2 Hz–22 kHz ±0.5 dB
• CD: 2 Hz–20 kHz ±0.5 dB

S/N Ratio: >110 dB
Dynamic Range: DVD >100 dB, CD >97 dB
THD: <0.003%
Digital Outputs: Optical + Coaxial
Video Outputs: Component, dual S-video, dual composite
Playback Features: SmoothScan, SmoothSlow, A-B repeat, bookmark, resume, PBC (Video CD), Disc Explorer on-screen browser
Surround Support: Dolby Digital/DTS pass-through (receiver required)
Region / Signal: Region 1, NTSC
Power: AC 120V, 60Hz, 18–20W
Made in: Japan

Condition
Very Good, Fully Functional, Tested, Gentle Signs of Use. Unit operates as intended, with smooth disc carousel movement, responsive controls, and consistent playback. Light cosmetic wear is present but minimal and does not affect performance.

Dimensions
6 1/8 x 16 7/8 x 16 3/8 inches (H × W × D)
Weight: 16 lbs