Neo Geo CD Front Loader

THIS IS A JAPANESE CONSOLE, BUT THEY ARE ALL REGION FREE

The Neo Geo CD Front Loader (model CD-T01) is the original, rarest version of SNK's CD-based console, released exclusively in Japan on September 9, 1994. Unlike the more common top-loading model, this version features a motorized, slide-out disc tray similar to high-end audio equipment of the era. 

It was produced in a limited run of only 25,000 to 30,000 units, making it a "holy grail" for SNK collectors due to its premium aesthetic and sturdy build quality. While it shares the same internal 1x speed drive leading to the system's infamous long loading times, it remains highly sought after for its unique form factor and its status as the launch model that first brought high-fidelity arranged soundtracks and arcade-perfect visuals to a more affordable disc format.