Audiophile portable CD an oxymoron?


I do a lot of listening on headphones. Although portability is not absolutely essential, is there really such a thing as an audiophile quality portable CD or do they all sound lousy compared to full size transports?
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Try and find an Optimus 3400 on e-bay or this site. It is very often regarded as the best portable made.
Bmpnyc....no, this IS a Radio Shack product and was discontinued several years ago so you must find used. It is worth the hunt as the sound quality is significantly better than what's currently available. The 3400 also has a digital out and is often seen paired with the Audio Alchemy "dac in the box"(there has been one of these for sale here). This player had such a cult following that Dick Sequerra developed an elaborate power supply for the 3400 and several people used them as their main transport. I have been able to pick up two in mint shape over the last year and have been very happy with them as a potable solution.