For the old school folks who are still on the lookout for multi-playing CD players, the Yamaha CDC-697BL 5-Disc CD Player should be a wise choice. It comes with a 5-disc carousel patented PlayXchange for continuous musical playback and entertainment.

The Yamaha 5-disc CD player comes with the usual random play with disc to disc random play feature and the usual interfaces which include RS-232C interface, IR In/Out and a detachable cord for custom installation. Definitely something a die-hard audiophile will surely want to consider as an audio listening alternative.

Price: $235.00

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People who put premium on the sound quality that they can get from the usual audio-rendering players today may want to check out this new and expensive CD player released by Grant Fidelity. Called the CD-1000 Impression II CD player, this new audio solution comes with a tube and solid state circuit design with tube analog output, a tube headphone amp, and a CD player.

The CD drive used is from Sanyo backstopped by Nikon high grade capacitors. The unbalanced output of the system is from a set of vacuum tubes and the system has coaxial, optical, AES/EBU, and EL84 headphone outputs.

The CD-1000 Impression II CD system will retail for about $3,200 and can be enhanced in stainless steel for an additional $380.

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Tascam unveils a rack mountable CD player which boasts of a pop-out dock that can support any Apple iPod which has become an added gadget to deliver audio and videos today. It recognizes most media file formats like MP3s and WAV files.

The whole bundle comes with a front panel and wireless remote control that can control the contents of iPods that are docked into it. Like most iPod docking stations, the Tascam CD200i can also recharge iPods when engaged.

Lastly, if you have videos, the CD200i can also accommodate them through its S-video connection at the back. The CD player uses the new TEAC CD-5020A transport, custom-designed for audio playback with a smooth loading drawer and low clamping noise. The internal clock has been improved for a smoother sound and decreased jitter.

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A weakened economy and poor market conditions has not dampened the hopes of CD and DVD Duplicating company Precision Disc Manufacturing. Basing it on their first half reports, the management team is satisfied with the performance and can only look forward to improvements in the following months.

“We pay close attention to market indicators and the desires of our clients - then we gear our product and service offering to fulfill those needs. That’s really an over-simplification of what’s involved as every department in the company plays an important part, but at the end of the day such a strong team effort makes the hard work all the more gratifying.”

With a closely monitoring team making sure that they address needs and provide optimistic projections, it looks like the company is fully prepared for the worst given the current market conditions that the company finds itself in. Paired with their confidence on its ability and personnel, they may just pull it off despite market conditions which have severely affected businesses today.

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Looking for a new CD Player? Check out the latest release by Marantz, its new CD6003 boasts an array of features. The CD player promises high quality audio at superior bit rates from a variety of disc types. The Marantz  CD6003 supports WMA, MP3, AAC and WAV formats. Apart from the regular Compact Disc, it can also play music from your USB Memory.

The Marantz CD6003 Compact Disc Player delivers a frequency response of 2Hz - 20,000Hz.  It enables crystal clear audio by minimizing noise levels by 110dB. The player is currently available in Japan for 49,800 Yen.

Solar Powered CD/MP3 Player

If you love music but are distressed by escalating energy bills perhaps this innovative Solar powered CD/MP3 player that requires no electricity but a dose of sunshine for nonstop music, is up your alley. This lollipop shaped audio device is an eco-friendly product that renders power from a solar panel exposed to the sun for 4 to 5 hours.

Once the lithium batteries are charged, the CD/MP3 player then pops it to play music for nearly 10 hours. This mobile CD/ MP3 player allows you to play both the CD’s and CD’s with MP3 files and will cost about $137.

Nagra CD Player

Nagra has a long produced tape recorders for professional video and film recording and now the Swiss company has come out with this top of the line $16,750 CDC CD player. The front panel features an unnecessary level meter and a handful of expensive knobs and toggle switches. So, what do you get for nearly seventeen grand?  The CD module is built into the front-loading CD tray rather than being bolted inside the machine.

Engineers claim that sliding the CD mechanism in and out in conjunction with the disc will improve listening pleasure by providing the “ideal mechanized environment for the CD module.” The drawer itself is powered by a  motor developed by a NASA supplier. The disc is contained by a magnetic clamp. Additional features include a pair of analog outputs coated with gold, AES, S/PDIF and Toslink digital outputs, along with nifty 24-bit digital-to-analog converters with 8x oversampling. Also included is a solid-state preamp so you can plug it straight into a power amplifier.

Onkyo Japan unveiled its latest C-S5VL SACD player coupled with their own digital amplifier A-5VL.  The player can record and play CD-R/RW,WMA or MP3 Discs. The player integrates jitter and noise reduction functionality to deliver crystal clear output. The A-5VL digital amplifier reproduces sound at 90W × 2ch (4Ω). The company plans to release the new SACD player on 27th June for 63,000 Yen and the A-5VL amp will be available for 84,000 Yen.  

Onkyo Japan just introduced its CR-D2LTD Compact High Def CD System. The CD player integrates Onkyo’s finest VLSC and VL Digital Technology for crystal clear audio dispersion. The CD system has a compact body size of 338 × 205×117mm and weighs about 5.5 kg. The CR-D2LTD also features an FM tuner and delivers 40Wx2ch (4Ω) sound. Onkyo plans to sell it for 73,500 Yen in Japan.

Epson gives disc publishing professionals something to look forward to with the release of two new models Discproducer models. The new models include the Discproducer Network model and the Discproducer Network Security model.

The two modes are ideal for high-quality disc publishing in various sectors like education, government, medical, general businesses and law offices. The Network Security model provides added controls for military, government, healthcare and businesses that need to protect sensitive information.

Features:

• Total Disc Maker software enables data formatting, label editing and control of the production process in one easy-to-use, integrated application.
• Discproducer’s patented AcuGrip technology helps ensure that the robotic arm reliably grabs only one disc – ideal for handling sticky media.
• Discproducer publishes up to 30 CDs or up to 15 DVDs per hour, speeding jobs to completion.
• Epson specifies Taiyo-Yuden Watershield media for high-quality, smudge-proof and water-resistant label printing.
• One-year limited warranty.

Both models are now available over at Epson authorized outlets.

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Bose, one of the global leaders in producing entertainment devices, proudly presents its new Bose Wave Music System. An ideal entertainment product for home and office, Bose Wave Music System comes featuring a CD Player, FM/ AM Tuner, Alarm Clock and a Headphone Jack.

The new Bose Wave Music System sports a contemporary design that compliments its controls even from a remote distance. Enjoy an ultimate sound experience with this new Bose system. It comes with a slim infrared remote control for a convenient control. Incorporating the proprietary waveguide speaker technology, this new Bose product produces natural sounding bass.

Bose’s Wave Music System is available in black, white and grey colors. The box contents of this product include, the system itself, AC power cord, remote control and a demonstration CD. You can grab Bose Wave Music System in just $499.00.

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Pioneer, a true pioneer is producing music devices, is in news again for expanding its range with the latest Premium Amplifiers, SACD Players and FM Tuner Combo. This new combo comprises of three separate elements and offers the users with a choice between 9MK2 and 6MK2 series.

The new 9MK2 Series comprises of Premium AMP-A-A9MK2 that includes 2×55W, USB Audio and PD-D9MK2 SACD Player with a Wolfson DAC and the F-F3MK2 AM/FM Tuner Radio.

The second series, 6MK2 comprises of Premium Amplifier A-A6MK2 that includes 2×45W and PD-D6MK2 SACD Player with a Texas Instrument DAC and F-F3MK2 AM/FM Tuner Radio.

Check the newest addition to the Marantz KI Signature Series of SACD players.Recently released in Japan, The Marantz SA-13S2 boasts a 440 x 419 x127 mm Off White body weighing 14.5Kg. The SACD player not only plays the Classic CDs but also supports the new age MP3 and WMA discs. The Marantz SA-13S2 is the successor to the popular SA-15S2 and is currently available for a price of ¥ 262,500 or 2760 USD.

Naim, a UK Audio Manufacturer, proudly launched its all-in-one NaimUniti Home Entertainment Machine. With this launch, this company has in fact taken a step forward to increase its expertise. This is one of their all-in-one units with all the advanced features and functionalities.

The new NaimUniti Home Entertainment Machine features an integrated amplifier, CD Player, DAB/FM Tuner, Internet Radio Player, iPod and MP3 Dock. Apart from these, it also features a digital to analogue converter, USB and network-stored music file player and network streamer.

With Naim’s all-in-one NaimUniti Home Entertainment Machine, you also get 10 inputs with 50-Watt per channel. This product from the house of Naim is available at a very reasonable price.

Rotel, a home audio electronics manufacturer known for creating components worldwide, is proud to unveil its new 15 Series Stereo Audio Components. Keeping in mind the need of the users, Rotel has used new standards of excellence while introducing the two new channel components; integrated amp, CD player, stereo and power preamplifiers.

The newly launched Rotel HiFi components have been designed to provide convenience to the user. In fact, these new models have been launched to delight the listeners who seek good sound quality. These new models incorporate all the latest advanced technologies.

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If you are looking for a cost-effective solution for your daily music needs then Exemode MS-400 would be a great choice. The Exemode MS-400 plays digital music stored in Mp3,WMA and CD-DA formats. The player supports CD, CD-R/RW, SD card. miniSD card, USB memory stick and MMC for media playback. The player also features digital radio and allows recording to memory cards/USB stick in Mp3 format. The two speakers deliver 4W of collective digital sound. The Exemode MS-400 CD System is currently available for 7980 yen or 80 USD.

TDK NX-02CD System

Glancing at TDK’s mini sound system, you may think it is missing a set of speakers, until you realize that the NXT technology speakers incorporated into the sound system are actually transparent. These invisible SurfaceSound speakers are the hallmarks of TDK’s Slimline NX-02CD CD system, which TDK states fill the room with sound, offer a wide sweet spot, and eliminate the ‘beaming’ often affiliated with conventional speakers.

The mini subwoofer lends distortion free low-end deep bass response while the ‘invisible’ flat panel speakers give off pure, rich acoustic clarity. Conventional speakers create a narrow sound field through the piston-like movement of a single cone but, NXT technology creates sound by vibrating the whole speaker panel. Retails for around AUD$299 and includes a slim remote control.

New storage devices larger storage. Imation has been a constant brand in the world of optical storage and similar to what most companies are doing, they have released larger and affordable storage solutions.

Imation Corp. today announced it is shipping its highly anticipated M-Class and S-Class Solid State Drives (SSDs) in the Americas, boasting lightning-fast performance in an energy efficient, affordable solution. Also available are Imation’s M-Class and S-Class SSDs with Upgrade Kits, offering progressive users a complete, easy way to upgrade an existing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) computer system to one that is SSD-based, without buying a new computer. The Upgrade Kit provides PC users an affordable solution from a trusted brand for improving performance and extending the life of their PCs, a much-needed boost in today’s economic environment.

Imation’s high-quality, second-generation SSD products combine powerful technology with an elegant design that helps users upgrade from traditional computing performance. Both the Imation M-Class and S-Class SSD products deliver fast boot times, enable applications to load in a fraction of the traditional time, and harness the power to run graphics and design programs the way they were intended. Along with the unique Imation Upgrade Kit, users can take advantage of the latest SSD technology without replacing system hardware and while preserving their current applications and data.

Imation’s M-Class and S-Class SSD drives are now available in 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch configurations through authorized Imation distributors, wholesalers, resellers and e-tailers in the Americas. Imation SSD drives are available in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB capacities for a starting MSRP of US $189.99 for M-Class and US $659.99 for S-Class. Imation SSD Upgrade Kits including a 64GB or 128GB SSD drive are available for a starting MSRP of US $299.99 for M-Class and US $1,299.99 for S-Class.

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Welcome to the age of digital storage as a new solution in storing timeless photos and videos can now be done through this new software announced by FarStone Technology. This software-hardware integrated solution virtualizes physical discs and stores them in manageable virtual CD towers. This solution suits the needs of libraries, schools and small businesses as it aids in the management and organization of music, DVDs, videos and applications.

TreasureStone VirtualDrive DVD Server can hold up to 1,000,000 digital photos, or 1,000 DVDs to be shared across a network among unlimited clients. With flexible management capabilities, the administrator can customize security access privileges at the high speed of 1000 MBPS. This virtualizing technology relieves the hassle of CD scratching, and conveniently helps organize physical discs.

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Blacknote CD Player

The Blacknote is an Italian designed/manufactured CD player that has recently been introduced to North American market by Koetsu USA. The chassis features an anti-resonance lacquer, strong steel construction, and an extra large digital display. The patented circuitry from Blacknote allows for 24-bit resolution as well as higher over-sampling than your regular CD player.

This amazing CD player uses a vacuum tube output stage, natural speed to stabilize disc rotation, a hardy power supply and an extremely low jitter clock generator. The CDP 300 is available for a suggested retail price of $4,316. This is probably more that most of us budget for a new CD player but the excepeional sound is worth it.