A recent reviewer said, “I was prompted to purchase the Marantz CD5004 player because of the fine review it was given by Stereophile magazine and its placement on their recommended components list. It is the least expensive player in the Class C category. The Marantz replaced a 14 year old Sony player that was highly regarded when it was purchased. My wife and I were totally unprepared for the top to bottom improvement in sound. Every aspect of our sound was improved, noticeably! This player is highly recommended. Associated components are: Carver 1.5 T amplifier, Carver C-1 preamplifier and Paradigm Signature Studio 60 speakers.”