Who here continues to regularly use a CD player?

We shouldn’t underestimate CDs, there are some incredible CDs out there that sound absolutely fantastic. Yes vinyl might have more charm and a more tactile feel, but CDs are objectively of much higher definition and dynamic.

CD players as well are now so mature in terms of technology and if we look at past products, there are some absolutely incredible CD players out there for really great value.

Browsing through Linephaze reminds me of that golden age of CD players. Some really great-sounding players, which are often forgotten! 

https://www.linephaze.com/listings?category=digital-sources&sub-category=cdsacd-players

I have hundreds of CDs and SACDs and play them regularly.  I also stream with Tidal and Qobuz.  The more the merrier.  My CD players are a Marantz SACD30n and a Denon DCD 1700NE.  

I was gifted a circa 2000 Rotel deck that has HDCD capability. I own three or four HDCD’s that sound great through the deck. That being said, I haven’t played a silver disc in months.

50% Vinyl - GOO to OUTSTANDING SQ, perfect for alone time.

45% CD - GOOD SQ, and very convenient.

5% Stream - only when SQ does NOT matter, like being on in the back year playing fetch with my dog OR playing a classical radio station while making diner...

100 percent CD. Love it!