Best CD Players and Transports in 2025: Top Class A Picks
A curated list of the best CD players and transports, featuring Class A audiophile designs that still outperform streaming. More
A curated list of the best CD players and transports, featuring Class A audiophile designs that still outperform streaming. More
Pro-Ject Audio Systems has introduced the Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 Tube, a new top-loading CD player part of the company’s RS2 product line. The CD Box RS2 Tube features a high-quality transport mechanism and a digital-to-analog converter. The symmetrical analog circuit is equipped with tubes. The Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 Tube is designed exclusively for […] More
SMSL continues to refine its reputation for compact, feature-rich audio components with the introduction of the SMSL PL20, a versatile desktop CD player designed for today’s hybrid listening habits. Far more than a traditional disc spinner, the PL20 is a three-in-one solution that combines CD playback, one-touch CD ripping, and digital audio playback from USB […] More
British hi-fi brand Quad Audio has launched a new CD transport called the 3CDT. The Quad 3CDT follows the same retro 1960s aesthetic as the Quad 3 integrated amplifier, which in turn is inspired by the revamped 33/303 preamp/power amplifier . The gray cabinet features orange accents, including a striking orange-backlit LCD screen. Quad 3CDT: CD drive, so no […] More
Taiwan-based audio manufacturer Keces Audio has announced a new phono amplifier called the Ephono+. The new Ephono+ is adjustable and was first presented at the 2025 Munich High End Audio Show. The device features an external power supply and supports both MM and MC cartridges. Keces Audio Ephono+: external power supply The Ephono+ follows a […] More
Cassette tapes are back in style, and even young people are enjoying them. We Are Rewind previously launched a Walkman-style cassette player and now presents the Curtis GB-001, a ghetto blaster with a vintage look but equipped with modern technology like Class D amplification. And fun, dancing VU meters complete the picture. We Are Rewind Curtis GB-001 […] More
Goldmund has introduced the Eidos Excellence, a new high-end (SA)CD player designed to elevate physical audio playback to an entirely new standard. Supporting both CDs and SACDs, the Eidos Excellence combines ultra-precise electronics with meticulously engineered mechanics to deliver exceptional sound quality. The model includes a dedicated external power supply for improved performance and is […] More
Musical Fidelity launches the Nu-Vista Vinyl S, a compact high-end phono preamp featuring Nuvistor tube technology, fully balanced Class A circuitry, MM/MC flexibility, advanced EQ curves, and ultra-low noise performance. More
Meet the Volumio Primo Plus, a premium DAC and streamer offering low distortion, dual ESS DAC chips, and advanced features for demanding audiophiles. More
Shanling SCD3.3 is a high-end top-loading SACD player with a discrete R2R DAC, 12AT7 tube output, dual clocks and USB/Bluetooth support for true audiophile sound. More
Senna Sound launches the Sunstone, a fully discrete Class A headphone amplifier delivering 4.5W per channel, high-current power, and reference-level analog performance. More
Saros Audio Systems unveils the Europa, a fully differential tube headphone amplifier and preamp, handcrafted in the USA for true audiophile performance. More
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