The Philips CD-164 is a CD player designed to deliver high sound quality and a solid build, features that make it an excellent choice for vintage hi-fi enthusiasts.
🔹 CDM-4/19 mechanism: One of this player’s key strengths, renowned for its reliability and longevity. Unlike many newer units, this mechanism uses high-quality materials and a reading system that ensures stable and precise playback over time.
🔹 SAA7341GP DAC: Philips has developed this digital-to-analogue converter to deliver faithful, musical reproduction with a natural and detailed sound, ideal for listening to any genre of music.
🔹 Solid and durable construction: The Philips CD-164 is built with quality materials, designed to stand the test of time. The robust chassis and well-designed circuitry make it a reliable device even after years of use. Aesthetically, the understated and elegant design fits perfectly into any hi-fi system.
🔹 Intuitive operation: The digital display clearly shows the track number and playback time. The well-positioned control buttons ensure a smooth and immediate user experience.
🔹 Compatibility with hi-fi systems: Thanks to the stereo RCA outputs, the player connects easily to any amplifier, integrating perfectly into a vintage or modern audio system.
It is in perfect working order and also plays burned discs; it is also in excellent cosmetic condition.
It comes without a remote control, but I can recommend the compatible remote control listed at the bottom of the page (Grundig Fine Arts CD player - remote control ref: TELGRUCDP)