Marantz CD5003 Review
Marantz CD5003
Price £200 Rating 9.2/10
The Marantz CD5003 is a replacement for the highly rated CD5001 CD player. Its appearance has changed though now resembling the £2500 SA-11S2 player. The stylish CD5003 however does not have the buttons placed in the most logical place and the front panel does a good impression of brushed plastic. Internally it uses the same DAC and audio circuit of the previous 5001. There has been some tweaking resulting in a progression from the 5001. Lower frequencies are tuneful, and have generous weight. It has an excellent and communicative midrange with notable vocals. The entire frequency range is cohesive whilst the high frequency attack is just right with refreshing sparkle. Low volume reproduction delivers a delicate ambience. The Marantz keeps command of complicated passages of music and delivers a convincing soundstage. The only drawback is it’s not the most agile player, but within its price range it takes some beating. The CD5003 is refined and expressive continuation of the Marantz line.
Specifications
Integrated Yes
Coaxial digital out 1
Optical digital out 1
XLR out 0
RCA out 1
Headphone 1
CD Text Yes
Memory Yes
Display off Yes
Finishes 2
Dimensions (hwd, cm) 10x44x33
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