Common Questions

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• What is a CD player? A CD Player is comprised of two components, transport and digital to analog converter (DAC). The transport holds, spins, and reads the disc. The DAC converts the disc’s digital data to an analog audio signal.
• CD Player vs. DVD Player. All DVD Players have the ability to play CDs. But a CD Player is purely designed for audio playback. This means that every part is designed for high quality sound.
• Do all CD Players play the same quality audio? No, not all CD Players play the same quality audio.
• Are CD Players still manufactured? Yes, CD Players are still being manufactured. Although streaming services have been on a rise, CDs are still going strong in sales today.
• Should I buy used or refurbished? By choosing to get refurbished or used, you open yourself up to a larger variety of features. We recommend avoiding used condition because the people selling them generally don't even know how to use them as they are resellers. By getting refurbished, you get a warranty and likely a replacement if something were to happen.

• Can I buy a NEW CD Player? You can buy a new CD player, but the selection is very limited. You can't get unique devices like 400 disc changers.
• Do CDs sound better than an iPhone or Android? Yes, CDs have higher sound quality than streaming services available for iPhone or Android. The reason behind this is all based upon bitrate. Bitrate is the number of bits that are conveyed or processed per unit of time. Streaming services typically use a bitrate of 160-320 kbps, while CDs produce a bitrate of 1,411 kbps.
• What type of CDs are you playing? Not all CD players play all CDs. Some will play commercial discs and not recorded discs. Most will play CD-RW and -R formats but make sure discs are compatible before buying.

Features to look for-

Sony 300 Disc CD Mega Changer

Sony Dual Tray CD Recorder and 5 Disc Changer

6-Disc Cartridge for Pioneer

Sony Under The Cabinet Radio CD Player Speaker System

Brands & Recommendations

What brands make the best CD Players?

The best CD Player manufacturers include Sony and Pioneer. Other brands can provide quality, but Pioneer and Sony have proven to be the most reliable.

This will hold all 400 discs. What makes this unit special is that remote has a display that shows the disc that is playing, as well with the tracks.

A Pioneer 6 Disc Cartridge type CD Player is very convenient for switching between your favorite music. Keep a few cartridges loaded and change genres at any time. 

This Sony Under Cabinet radio is special because it has a 3 Disc Changer along with an auxiliary port for connecting any device, most often a phone or mp3 device.