Portable Media Players
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![The Moondrop DiscDream portable CD player](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TX7U5q6QcWau8g9qM5bECF-320-80.jpg)
First we had the Walkman for audiophiles, now it’s the Discman portable CD player’s turn
By Carrie Marshall published
Portable CDs were a terrible idea, but Moondrop reckons it can sell its version to audiophiles thanks to support for hi-res codecs.
![Astell & Kern A&norma SR35 on a table, showing a collection of albums](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/meMrixnem2Vz4aLGmavkai-320-80.jpg)
Astell & Kern A&norma SR35 review: hardly an entry-level Hi-Res music player, but so, so worth it
By Simon Lucas published
Recalibrate your understanding of what ‘entry level’ means and there’s just so much to love about the A&norma SR35.
![Astell & Kern A&ultima SP3000](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yN5CmdnUoJNMJ75dZfur6B-320-80.jpg)
Astell & Kern A&ultima SP3000 review: a high-end hi-res digital audio player
By Simon Lucas published
At what point does a digital audio player become more than just a digital audio player? Astell & Kern thinks it knows – hence the A&ultima SP3000…
![The Tangara music player being held in a hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H3URrrfmGtSSQrTxCWBiuQ-320-80.jpg)
Inspired by Apple’s original iPod, this open-source music player is the nostalgia bomb I needed
By Carrie Marshall published
This little iPod look-a-like is crowdfunding now and includes a DIY option if you want to make your own MP3 player.
![The iPod 5th generation on a cyan background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NRi5GZdZEUqKU9BswmRAcM-320-80.jpg)
Restored iPod models are selling out at retailers after only a year of being discontinued
By Carrie Marshall published
Urban Outfitters is selling restored fifth generation iPods to Gen Z – and they're selling like hotcakes.
![Astell&Kern TITAN SE300](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/REnAGTSCPfSFJPsmdWaGDa-320-80.jpg)
Astell&Kern's new hi-res music player comes in titanium to match your iPhone 15 Pro
By Carrie Marshall published
Astell & Kern's high-end hi-res audio player is now available in titanium. It's not just about toughness either.
![Hidizs MS3 IEMs and Hidizs AP80 PRO-X player, on a grey table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e4RPWBZHSrEm4yXunm83Ao-320-80.jpg)
Hidizs’ cheap hi-res player and earbuds just shouldn't be this good for the money
By Becky Scarrott published
Peak hi-fi is all about compatibility – and Hidizs’ cheap hi-res player and wired in-ears are irrefutable proof.
![The Sony NW-A306 with Stevie Wonder playing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zPs3GQ5UNnrZch7uqtXj3T-320-80.jpg)
Sony NW-A306 review: a small but mighty digital audio player with a retro look
By Simon Lucas published
Sony's NW-A306 boasts hi-res audio playing capabilities in a compact design for an affordable price.
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