CD players

If you don't need a USB output, then we think this Firestone Spitfire is the pick of the DACs

Cambridge Audio's DacMagic has plenty of inputs, boasts a choice of sound filters and sounds powerful, full-bodied yet subtle too

It's small and straightforward, but we like this supremely affordable DAC's results with budget equipment

If portablility is your first priority give the Headamp Pico a go, but it doesn't sound as good as some bigger, cheaper rivals

Best CD player £2000+, Awards 2010. Cyrus's ultimate CD player sounds staggeringly fast. It defines notes with exceptional precision

Naim's modified CDX2 now has an electrical digital output, and remains a very talented performer

With its modern appearance, the RCD-1520 looks the part – but up and running it's a dynamically restrained performer

Denon's latest CD player adopts similar styling to its recent Blu-ray range. It's a good listen, but holds back when it should let rip

The classy 650C impresses in so many ways – it's £330 well spent

Beresford's latest DAC in an ever-growing line is the Caiman, which is adaptable, and does the job admirably