Even as iPods and other MP3 players dominate the audio marketplace, CD players are still a viable, affordable option for music playback. CD players have a long history of offering quality audio playback for consumers in the U.S. and abroad.
History
Compact disc players, or CD players, hit the market in 1982, according to MediaTechnics.com. The format steadily rose in popularity because it offered many advantages when compared with cassette and vinyl options.
Features
CD players initially outshined competing audio devices with nearly instant track selection capabilities. But this feature is no longer cutting-edge as MP3 players offer quick track selection too.
Audio Quality
As the term "digital" is used to describe new audio devices, many forget CD players have provided digital output since their inception. CDs are capable of holding hundreds of megabytes of digitally formatted audio.
Loading
CD players feature various loading options. Top loading is common among single-disc players, vertical loading is used in car systems and trays are useful for multi-disc changers.
Adaptations
With the rise of computer technology, CD-ROM drives have become standard on many PCs and Macs, allowing for built-in CD player technology.
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