The Compact Disc revolution: Part 1: 20 iconic CD players

In the mid 1970's the engineers at Philips came up with the concept of a 'compact disc' that would replace vinyl because it was; of 'superior' quality, smaller, quieter (no clicks or crackles), indestructible, portable and just 'better'. By 1982 their idea became a reality. In 1983/84 over 400,000 CD Players were sold in the US alone! This is the story of how the CD came about, the technology behind it, and the rapid development that ensued. I nominate 20 iconic CD players from across the decades.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & history
07:17 The 20 iconic CD players

Interesting links:
Dutch Audio Classics:
https://dutchaudioclassics.nl (lots of very interesting information on the development of the CD, digital music and all Philips & Marantz CD players)

Vintage Knob (online vintage audio):
http://www.thevintageknob.org (an online museum & forum for HiFi equipment).

Information on CD/DVD optics challenges: https://ir.nctu.edu.tw/bitstream/11536/71139/9/061405809.pdf

CD sales statistics:
https://www.statista.com/statistics/748574/cd-unit-sales-worldwide/

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