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The humble compact disc is staging a surprising comeback, and it's not just your dusty old Discman spinning up once more. In a world increasingly obsessed with all things analogue, CDs are finding ...

Shanling has upgraded its CD80 CD player with a Mark II version. The CD80 II has balanced headphone sockets on the front and USB support to play Hi-Res Audio files, too. Shanling's new tray-loading CD ...

There are two ways to procure a hi-fi system: build one out of hi-fi 'separates', where every component (amplifier, speakers and at least one source) is housed in a separate box, or buy an integrated ...

If audiophiles are to be believed, CDs are making a comeback, just like vinyl and cassette tapes. Before you rush to buy a new CD or record player, understand that these formats are reviving for their ...

The very first automotive compact disc player — the Pioneer CDX-1 — launched in 1984, but it wasn't until a few years later that you could purchase a new car with a factory-equipped unit. At the time, ...

The early 2000s were the halcyon days of physical media. While not as svelte as MP3 players became, why are those early 2000s machines smaller than all the new models popping up amidst the retro audio ...

The FiiO DM13 is a portable CD player that does it all. Between its eight different connectivity options, sleek build and solid performance, it doesn’t have much in the way of competition – and even ...

FOR AUDIO FANS, KIDS, ELDERLY, MUSICIANS, STUDENTS, CARS & AUDIOBOOKS: Whether you're looking for an audiobook player, cd player portable with auto resume and speakers for your audio books, speed ...

In the age of digital music streaming, physical formats like CDs may seem like relics of the past, but they still hold a special place in the hearts of hardcore audiophiles. However, as CD players ...

If you want entertainment on a drive, there’s no shortage of options to choose from. Streaming services, podcasts (may I suggest The InEVitable?!), satellite radio, and good old-fashioned AM/FM radio ...