Product category CD players
Product CD5si Pros
Dynamic, enthusiastic delivery; Confident handling of rhythms; Musically spot on Cons
No digital outputs; No upgrade path Abstract We Say
The CD5si remains a superstar and, though we may have a new king of the hill with the Cyrus, it’s still one of the best on the £1000 shelf. Verdict
Product of the Year, Awards 2013. Features may be minimal but the CD5si is as musical as they come at this price Images ![Naim CD5si]( "Naim CD5si")
Star Rating Best Buy Category £500-£1500 Test Month
02 Test Year
14 Test Type category
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Naim may be racking up brownie points with its ever-building range of outstanding music streamers, but it hasn’t forgotten about the modest CD player.
Which is just as well considering its range of players is really good.
Build and design
Product of the Year, Awards 2013. Features may be minimal but the CD5si is as musical as they come at this price
