The Best CD Players & Recorders 2025

1. Rotel - CD Player - Black

CD and MP3 formats support; Wolfson 24-bit/192kHz Digital to Analog Converter; informative display; digital and analog outputs

Break out your old school CD collection and give it a listen with this Rotel CD player. A digital display lets you search tracks, and the included remote control lets you play and pause songs while you are sitting on your sofa. With its versatile setup, this Rotel CD player supports MP3 playback versatile listening options.

2. Yamaha - CD-S303 CD Player with Built-in DAC - Black

Belt-driven system; 78, 33-1/3 and 45 rpm record playback speeds; Bluetooth connectivity; built-in speaker; CD player

This high-quality CD player is easy to operate and includes special features like Pure Direct, Intelligent Digital Servo, USB and MP3/WMA/LPCM/FLAC compatibility.

3. Sony - CLIÉ Video Recorder - Gray

Plays CD format; Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) technology; multibit D/A converter; 128x oversampling; 6 repeat modes; 40-track programming; Direct Digital path cable

Now you can record your favorite TV and cable shows and home movies on Memory Stick media, ready to go anywhere you do.

4. JBL CD350 CD Player - Walnut

Plays CD format; Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) technology; multibit D/A converter; 128x oversampling; 6 repeat modes; 40-track programming; Direct Digital path cable

The JBL CD350 Classic is inspired by the JBL SA600 amplifier from the 1960’s, with retro styling and walnut veneer side panels to make the CD350 Classic the perfect partner for classic and retro Hi-Fi systems. It perfectly matches JBL Classic and Studio Monitor walnut finished loudspeakers on the outside, along with the JBL SA550 amplifier. On the inside, the JBL CD350 is a modern CD player for today with advanced high resolution digital technology for bit perfect sound from your music collection, and a robust tray loading mechanism.

5. Arcam - CD5 Compact Disc Player - Black

Plays CD format; Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) technology; multibit D/A converter; 128x oversampling; 6 repeat modes; 40-track programming; Direct Digital path cable

ARCAM has been a pioneer of Compact Disc playback since the development and introduction of the Delta 70 CD player in 1986, our own ground up design. The experience of producing high quality digital audio products since then has been poured into the ARCAM CD5. Rethought components and materials have been painstakingly analysed and reviewed to ensure brilliant sound quality. Hi res audio playback capability is included for FLAC and WAV encoded CD and USB files.

6. Arcam - CDS50 CD/SACD Player/Network Streamer - Gray

Plays CD format; Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) technology; multibit D/A converter; 128x oversampling; 6 repeat modes; 40-track programming; Direct Digital path cable

Listen to crystal clear music with this Arcam CD/SACD network player. When there are no CDs available, this player can be used through the built-in MusicLife app for added convenience. The 32-bit DAC in this Arcam CD/SACD network player creates music that sounds just as the artist recorded, and the digital display makes contents easy to read.

7. Hegel - Viking CD Player - Black

The Viking CD player also features an OLED display that is specifically selected for its low noise, resulting in a clearer and more detailed sound. The analog stage in Viking is developed specifically for this model. It incorporates both our analog low pass filter and Line Driver technology, ensuring fully balanced and noise-free handling of the signal all the way to your amplifier.

8. Rotel - CD14 MKII CD Player - Black

The Rotel CD14 MKII features a smooth tray-loading mechanism, precise laser pickup, and a silent running motor controller, guaranteeing worry-free CD playback with exceptional sound quality. Ideal for discerning audiophiles seeking top-tier performance.

9. Rotel - RCD-1572 MKII CD Player - Black

The RCD-1572 MKII, Rotel's top-tier CD player, boasts precision engineering with a smooth tray-loading mechanism, premium digital-to-analog conversion, and user-friendly controls. It delivers exceptional sound quality in a sophisticated design, making it an ideal choice for demanding audiophiles.

10. Rotel - MICHI Q5 CD PLAYER AND DAC - Black

The Michi Q5 Transport DAC features a premium CNC aluminum design CD Mechanism, an advanced ESS ES9028PRO DAC for precise sound, and versatile connectivity including 32-bit/384kHz PC-USB and 24-bit/192kHz coaxial and optical source inputs.