With the advent of audio equipment capable of playing the popular MP3 format, CD-players lost ground in the market. However, over time, it became clear that the sound quality of music recorded in the MP3 format was not of high quality, and ordinary CD players were again in demand.
Instructions
Step 1
If you want a good CD player, look for equipment that only plays audio CDs. Having met a player on the shelves of an electronics store that does not support reading discs in MP3, WMA and other formats that store a compressed audio stream, an inexperienced buyer will only throw up his hands in bewilderment, complaining about the high price of such a useless, in his opinion, device. But for someone who understands the issue at least a little, it will be a sign that he has high-quality equipment in front of him.
Step 2
In addition, you should understand that any complication in the design will inevitably affect the quality of the analog path. So, if you want a two-in-one device (for example, with the ability to play DVDs), but with good sound, you will be wasting money - the sound quality of conventional discs will be too low.
Step 3
A good turntable should certainly be able to process the signal, converting it into sound with the least possible error. This is achieved through the use of a 24-bit DAC. The presence of this parameter in the characteristics of the device will definitely speak in favor of the choice of this particular technique.
Step 4
To reduce the cost of already rather expensive products, manufacturers of CD-players release some models without a remote control. However, for many consumers, the presence of this auxiliary device is one of the important criteria in the choice of technology. So make sure the unit was equipped with a remote control, or better yet, if it comes with a display.
Step 5
A good modern turntable is unthinkable without coaxial and optical connectors, which allow both reproduction of sound from the turntable and recording it using auxiliary devices without distortion. Therefore, pay attention to the presence of digital interface connectors on the device.
