en-us http://www.productwiki.com/cd-players/ Featured content from ProductWiki. Hottest products, active discussions, recent articles, and hot links. http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cd-s700/ The Yamaha CD-S700 is a conventional audio CD player designed for superior music reproduction. As well as playing CDs, the unit also features a USB port on the front panel for hooking up to an iPod, an iPhone, or a digital music player. Speaking of which, this device has no difficulty handling MP3 & WMA audio files. Included with the player is a differential D/A converter for high conversion precision with nearly no noise. Additional features of the Yamaha CD-S700 include gold-plated input terminals, a variety of playback functions, and an independent power unit. Features Conventional CD Player USB Hookup (iPods,... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:08:37 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cd-s700/ http://www.productwiki.com/onkyo-dx-c390/ The Onkyo DX-C390 is a 6-disc carousel changing CD player offered by Onkyo. It uses a high-precision, multi-bit D/A converter and 128 x oversampling for great sound quality as well as Onkyo's exclusive VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) for a smoother sounding audio signal. It uses a "Direct Digital Path", which is a heavily shielded, high-quality cable to protect the digital audio signal from surround circuit noise. It has 6-disc capability with 40 track programming, and has the ability to change 5 of the discs while a 6th is playing for no music interuptions. The Onkyo DX-C390 has an optical and... Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:36:32 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/onkyo-dx-c390/ http://www.productwiki.com/onkyo-dx-7555/ The Onkyo DX-7555 is an audiophile-grade CD player offered by Onkyo that provides superior audio quality through noise-free, accurate digital delivery. It has been designed to give optimal sound using Onkyo’s Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC), which protects the digital signal from pulse noises and uses a super precision clock to maintain a precise timing reference. It uses  quality parts like a sophisticated 192 kHz/24-bit DAC and is built with Onkyo’s renowned build quality to give digital audio sources the accuracy they deserve. It is capable of playing audio CDs, MP3 CDs and CD-R/CD-RWs, has a digital optical and coaxial audio... Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:36:28 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/onkyo-dx-7555/ http://www.productwiki.com/denon-dcd-cx3/ The Denon DCD-CX3 is a CD / Super Audio CD player released by Denon intended for the audiophile looking for a high quality sound. This compact CD player is designed and engineered to extract the maximum musical enjoyment from your favorite CD's and features Super Audio CD playback for the ultimate listening experience. Inside the rugged vibration-resistant chassis are independant power supplies for the analog and digital sections including separate power transformers for each, eliminating interference for the widest possible dynamic range and musical detail. It also featured Denon's renowned AL24 Processing which extracts hidden details in the audio and the... Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:27:59 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/denon-dcd-cx3/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-cc4001/ The Marantz CC4001 is a 5-disc CD Carousel that handles CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and MP3-encoded discs. It was built with the features necessary for integration into a custom-installed system, including a bi-directional RS232C connector, an infrared flasher input, and a detachable AC cord. Included also are five IR code sets for multiple-user convenience. The centerpiece of the Marantz CC4001 is its SACD-grade Cirrus Logic 4392 digital-to-analog converter—built specifically for outputting CD audio at near SACD-quality. Also notable are the direct disc-selection controls on the unit’s aluminum front panel. Features 5-Disc CD Changer/Carousel Aluminum Front Panel +Controls CD Playback (+MP3) RS232C Connector... Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:14:53 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-cc4001/ http://www.productwiki.com/sony-cdp-cx355/ The Sony CDP-CX355 is a MegaStorage CD player that holds up to 300 CD-R and CD-RW discs. It’s an optimal solution for a music-fan seeking an easy storage option for all their CDs. Plus, it hosts a wireless remote control—adding to the convenience factor. Additional notable features of the Sony CDP-CX355 include a twin jog-dial for easy disc access, custom file memos, CD text, and even a 32-step program play. As for connectivity, the unit works with Analog & RCA, optical, and headphones; it can also be hooked up to a keyboard. Features MegaStorage Disc-Changer / CD Player 300 Disc Capacity... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:13:38 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/sony-cdp-cx355/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa8003/ The Marantz SA8003 is a single-disc CD/SA-CD player that handles SA-CDs, CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs with WMA, MP3, and CD-DA audio files. Included also is a USB input for music playback (WAV, MP3, and AAC) via a USB flash-drive or an iPod. Like its predecessor (the CD5003), this unit also hosts Marantz’s exclusive HDAM circuitry, built to insure smooth and ultra-fast signal transfer from one stage to another. However, the SA8003 adds along a Xyron High disc tray built from Zylon—making it extremely rigid and able to withstand long-term use. Additional features of the Marantz SA8003 include an extra-large torroidal transformer,... Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:29:54 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa8003/ http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cd-s1000/ The Yamaha CD-S1000 is an upscale super-audio CD player that plays both CDs and Super Audio CDs (SA-CDs). Built especially for SA-CDs, this device is capable of an advanced 2Hz-50kHz frequency—only with an SA-CD though; Regular CD frequency tops at 25kHz. Plus, note also that both MP3 and WMA content is accepted by the CD-S1000.  Additional features of the Yamaha CD-S1000 include differential D/A converters, specially designed feet for long-term placement, and an integrated control amp. Mind you, Yamaha urges customers to purchase the A-S1000 integrated amplifier, which is considered the perfect match for this CD player. Features Upscale SACD/CD Player... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:08:08 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cd-s1000/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-11s2/ The SA-11S2 is the second generation of an award-winning player, updated with many key components and features of it's big brother, the flagship SA-7S1. This high end player now includes the custom-built Marantz transport mechanism from the SA-7S1. The toroidal transformer, Nippon DACs,  new low-jitter clock, and HDAM SA2 analog output stage have all been upgraded as well. The reference chassis combines full copper construction with additional shielding and a double plated bottom for added isolation. The player's transformer has an additional copper shield to minimize signal interference, and the SACD-optimized Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM SA2) achieve a more accurate... Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:31:49 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-11s2/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-15s2/ The SA-15S2 is a mid-to high-end SACD/CD player from Marantz, engineered with a new power supply designed around a large, double shielded toroid transformer to ensure as little magnetic interference and noise as possible. The SA-15S2 handles MP3- and WMA-encoded CD-Rs and CD-RWs in addition to SA-CDs, and CDs, allowing all forms of audio to benefit from this player. Both analog and digital outputs are included; if the user opts for digital outputs, they can select either the gold-plated coaxial or high-isolation optical connectors. The SA-15S2's analog circuitry is configured with the SA2 version of Marantz's proprietary HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier... Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:41:23 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-15s2/ http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cdr-hd1500/ The Yamaha CDR-HD1500 is a CD/HDD digital audio recorder designed for ripping, editing, playing, and burning CDs. Its internal hard drive holds up to 200GB of music, while allowing ripping directly to the disc up to 10x normal speed. Transferring content from the HD to a CD-R goes at 8x, whereas to a CD-RW only at 4x. Unique about this model is that songs can be just onto and then played directly from the hard disc. In fact, the 200GB allows for up to 999 albums with 99 songs each. And the unit doesn’t just record from the radio; additional allowed... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:50:19 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cdr-hd1500/ http://www.productwiki.com/sony-scd-xa9000es/ The Sony SCD-XA9000ES is an upscale audio SACD/CD disc player that incorporates an uncompressed digital output for transmitting Direct Stream Digital signals. This allows users to replay SACDs and standard CDs with greatly superior quality sound and clarity. Also included with this device is an i.LINK digital audio interface for connecting to outboard D/A converters from specialty audio companies. Additional features of the Sony SCD-XA9000ES include Tri Power SA DACs (“effortless music analog output”), a rigid Frame and Beam construction (reduced distortion), and twin R-core power transformers. Features SACD/CD Disc Player Direct Stream Digital i.LINK Tri Power SA DACs FB Construction... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:48:17 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/sony-scd-xa9000es/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-ki-pearl/ Released in celebration of distinguished Marantz brand ambassador and audio designer Ken Ishiwata's 30-year anniversary with the company, the SA-KI-PEARL is a high end SACD/CD player specifically designed by Ishiwata himself. Strictly limited to just 500 units worldwide and sporting a silk black pearl finish (a first for Marantz), the SA-KI-PEARL features a copper-plated chassis with a double-layered bottom plate, "bulletproof" vibration-damped cabinet, large, double shielded toroid transformer, and an impenetrable 5mm thick heavy aluminum top cover. This player is also engineered with Marantz's proprietary SACDM-10 transport mechanism with a Xyron loader - a composite material which lets the digital circuitry... Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:42:12 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-ki-pearl/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-cd5003/ The Marantz CD5003 is a single-disc CD player that handles CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs with WMA, MP3, and CD-DA audio files. As well as accessing CDs, this unit also hosts the ability to display relevant CD text (e.g. artist, song, genre). And at its core is a Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module (HDAM), version SA, built to insure smooth and ultra-fast signal transfer from one stage to another. Another notable feature is the SACD-grade Cirrus Logic 4392 digital-to-analog converter—built specifically for outputting CD audio at near SACD-quality. Additional features of the Marantz CD5003 include a current-buffer headphone amplifier, a detachable AC cord,... Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:29:50 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-cd5003/ http://www.productwiki.com/sony-rcd-w500c/ The Sony RCD-W500C is a 5-disc CD player/recorder. As well as playing CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and MP3s, this unit also records CD-R and CD-RW discs—including are Super Bit Mapping, high-speed finalizing, CD text entry. In regards to inputs and outputs, the unit only hosts three:  headphone, optical audio, and RCA. That is, however, enough for the average music listener. Additional features of the Sony RCD-W500C include one-touch Synchro start/record, 24-step program play, and a wireless remote control. Features 5-Disc CD Player/Recorder Super Bit Mapping (Recording) High-Speed Finalizing CD Text Entry MP3/CD Playback One-Touch Synchro Start/Record 24-Step Program Play Wireless Remote Control Specifications... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:23:49 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/sony-rcd-w500c/ http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cd-s2000/ The Yamaha CD-S2000 is an upscale super-audio CD player built as a step up from the CD-S1000. It also plays both CDs and Super Audio CDs (SA-CDs), but adds along additional components for enhance playback: full-stage balanced transmission, pure direct circuitry, and superior differential D/A converts. The result is a reduced harmonic distortion (down to .0017%) with SA-CD playback. Keep in mind though that regular CD playback still registers at .002%. Note also that Yamaha urges customers to purchase the A-S2000 integrated amplifier—supposedly built as a perfect match to the Yamaha CD-S2000. Features Upscale SACD/CD Player Advanced Frequency (w/SACD) Reduced Distortion... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:08:32 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cd-s2000/ http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cdc-697/ The Yamaha CDC-697 is an affordable, 5-disc carousel-type CD changer built for uninterrupted audio playback. Unique about this model is its PlayXchange technology, per which a user can change discs without interrupting playback of the current disc. Unfortunately, the player only handles conventional CDs and CD-R/Ws—MP3 and WMA playback is not supported. Some of the notable features include: 40-track programmable playback, RS-232C interface (for operating the unit via a PC), and a Disc Stabilizer that ensures smooth disc rotation. Note also the Yamaha CDC-697’s Intelligent Digital Servo System. This exclusive technology uses a microprocessor to try and overcome errors caused by... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:08:40 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/yamaha-cdc-697/ http://www.productwiki.com/sony-scd-xa5400es/ The Sony SCD-XA5400ES is an upscale audio CD player designed for distortion free, high-quality audio. As well as playing CDs and SA-CDs, the unit also incorporates an uncompressed digital output for transmitting Direct Stream Digital signals via HDMI, making it a match with compatible A/V receivers. The unit itself, however, does not include HDMI technology—just an HDMI out. Additional features of the Sony SCD-XA5400ES include multi-channel direct stream digital decoding, an optical output for CD, and dual R-core power transformers. Features Audio CD Player CD/SA-CD Playback Direct Stream Digital (HDMI Out) Multi-Channel Direct Stream Digital Decoding R-Core Power Transformers Wireless Remote... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:47:11 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/sony-scd-xa5400es/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-7s1/ The SA-7S1 is Marantz's flagship SACD player, designed for two-channel music production and capable of playing CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and stereo SACDs. The SA-7S1's circuitry is housed in a double-layer, copper shielded chassis for dimensional stability and thorough isolation from external radio frequency (ERF) and electromagnetic (EM) interference. The rear panel is copper-plated steel. The SA-7S1 also features a segmented power supply that includes a high-capacity toroid transformer entirely shielded by an aluminum shorting ring and a copper-plated case, a design which helps keep magnetic radiation from affecting internal circuitry. A proprietary digital filter/DC filter/noise shaper with user-selectable options processes either... Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:41:52 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa-7s1/ http://www.productwiki.com/kenwood-kdc-mp142-am-fm-cd-mp3-plater/ Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:17:09 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/kenwood-kdc-mp142-am-fm-cd-mp3-plater/ http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa11s2/ Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:37:49 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/marantz-sa11s2/