Responsive Disc Playback Done Right: Sleek Arcam Radia CD5 CD Player Prizes Precision, Transparency, and Balance, Includes ESS SABRE DAC and USB-A Input
Few high-end manufacturers claim a richer history with CD players than Arcam, which built its first model via a from-scratch design all the way back in ’86. The sleek, slender Radio CD5 continues that proud tradition and seamlessly mates — aurally and visually — with the entire Radio Series. Most importantly, it reads the information embedded on your silver discs with involving accuracy and precision, leading to sound marked by a combination of arresting detail, dynamics, and clarity. Simply put: CD5 is a heckuva lot of fun to use.
Equipped with an ESS SABRE ES9018 DAC and USB-A input for flash drive versatility, the 13.2-pound CD5 supports WAV and FLAC files — and CD-Rs and CD-RWs. A sturdy, smooth loading tray, remote control, and pair of digital outputs give CD5 a desirable blend of traditionalism and modernity. An aluminum chassis, easy-to-read display, understated accents, and robust construction add to the appeal.
Best of all, CD5 sounds composed, competent, and controlled. In its in-depth evaluation, British journal What Hi-Fi? singles out the device for its nimble agility, leading-edge tracking, snappy pacing, even balance, and refreshingly defined albeit non-analytical performance. A highlight from the review: "It delivers a great big spread of sound that fills up a room easily, but never overwhelms, staying on the pleasant side of transparent and neutral."
Arcam’s generous five-year manufacturer warranty (two years on the drive) and our Satisfaction Guarantee provide more reason to rediscover your disc collection.
“There hasn’t been a seriously good, seriously capable and seriously fun CD player of this level in a very long time.”
—What Hi-Fi?, 2023 Awards Winner
- Specially selected components and materials - to deliver on sound quality
- All new Radia design - Purposeful yet playful
- CD, CD-R, CD-RW playback - to enjoy your favourite album or mix CD
- USB mass storage playback - for your library of music rips and downloads from a USB stick
- Plastic Free Packaging - for easy disposal of natural materials
- Frequency Response (fi lter 1) 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.05dB
- Max Analogue Output (0dBFS) 2.1V rms
- SNR (A-wtd, ref. 16-bit/24-bit, 0dBFS) 93dB/115dB
- Mains Voltage & Power Consumption AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 12W
- Dimensions W x D x H (including feet) 431 x 344 x 83mm
- Supplied Accessories Mains lead(s), Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries, Quick Start Guide, Important Safety Instructions
- Product Weight 6 kg
- Shipping Weight 9 kg
User Manual (PDF, 798 KB)