Arcam's FMJ CD17 is a CD player of many talents, namely detail and finesse but it's slightly lacking in excitement
Cyrus has just revamped all its CD players, and the two-box CDxtse/DAC X combination benefits from a brand-new laser mechanism, servo and software
This DAC/transport combo is competitively priced, but struggles to impress
Whether or not you like the looks, you'll love the sound of this superb CD player from Roksan, with its immaculate timing, detail and dynamics
Speedy, insightful delivery, but this CD player is let down by lacklustre bass and can lose its cool during tricky musical passages
Creek has improved the build quality of its latest CD player, and it's a smooth performer, but we'd like more excitement and attack
This French-built CD player delivers an exciting, dynamic sound but the treble can sound bright and build quality is a tad flimsy
The Bryston makes a strong case with both its ability to involve the listener and its versatility with music
What the CD-1 lacks in subtlety, it more than makes up for in power and drive. This is a bold-sounding player
This Plinius CD player/amplifier is pretty much unbeatable for the money. Dynamic, punchy and enthusiastic – this gets to the heart of the music
Marantz is keeping up its tradition of building superb CD players with the introduction of the CD6003