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Bow Technologies Wizard Compact Disc Player Reviewed
Top-loading Bow Technologies Wizard looks like a natural metal sculpture than melds aesthetic with functional. Although it can be used as a transport, a good part of the Wizard's sonic allure is a result of it's fine D/A and carefully designed and built analog output circuit. Read More
Linn CD 12 Compact Disc Player Reviewed
While LP enthusiasts will be horrified that Linn would use the number "12" for anything besides their beloved turntable, the CD 12 attempts to do for CDs what the LP12 did for LPs. The CD 12 represents a solid player that looks good and performs nicely with red-book CDs. Read More
Theta Carmen Universal Player Reviewed
Just to be clear, back in the days when the Theta Carmen was made "Universal" meant something different than today. The Carmen plays DVDs, CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs and VCDs. No SACDs, no DVD-As, no DVD-HDs or Blu-Rays. No Internet connectivity. Still, built like a brick. Read More
Wharfdale DVD-750 DVD Player Reviewed
Your chances of running into a Wharfdale DVDS-750 in the US are slightly better than seeing Sasquatch coming out of the 7-11. But in the UK you might find one at a flea market, but with new players available for under 50 quid, why mess with an early generation DVD player? Still, a good read Read More
Nakamichi DVD-10 DVD Player Reviewed
Made to withstand even day-in-day-out broadcast use, the Nakamichi DVD-10 player delivers pro-level build quality at a consumer-grade price. If you find one, chances are it will be working perfectly. The DVD-10 was built to last. Read More
Musical Fidelity 3D Compact Disc Player reviewed
The last CD player from Musical Fidelity that used nuvistors output tubes. A CD-only device, the 3D has digital outputs, but its analog outputs are where the magic is. Long of tooth? Yes, but still worthy of note as a very fine CD player. Read More
Krell KAV-280cd player, KAV-300iL and LAT-2 speaker reviewed
Krell's KAV-280 CD player has a level of build quality that makes you think it will still be around in 100 years. With its mechanically isolated transport mechanism and state-of-the -art analog circuits the KAV-280 still does wonders for Redbook CDs. Read More
Krell DVD Standard DVD-Video Player Reviewed
Krell's first DVD player was built so beautifully that it almost doesn't matter that its performance has been eclipsed by Krell's newer offerings. Still solid, visually impressive and sonically spectacular, the DVD Standard ranks as a classic. Read More
Sony 333 SACD Player Reviewed
The Sony 333 SACD player handles CDs, CDRs, and SACDs. With its reinforced chassis, twin R-core transformers and eight multi-level SA DAC D/A converters, the 333 qualifies as a well-built player that should last for years to come. Read More
Tivoli Audio PAL Music Playback System Reviewed
Cute, portable, water resistant, and it sounds way better than you would expect, the Tivoli Audio PAL makes a fine addition to any kitchen, den, bathroom, or workout room. The PAL plays stereo through its headphone output and will take iPods via an auxiliary 3-d party dock. Read More
