One of the better players for the price. Presentation is bold and transparent. It stayed with me as the rest of my sys. were upgraded significantly. I didn't miss anything until I eventually got another CDP for 3-4 times the price. A slight lack of coherence with complex pieces. I can sell a mint one if anyone is interested. My other choices would be an ARCAM or rega. Philips hybrid player SACD 1000 is no where as good.