CD Player/Transport Reviews

CD5: Single-box CD player. Frequency response: 10Hz-20kHz, +0.1dB, -0.5dB. Output level: 2.0V RMS at 1kHz. Output impedance: 10 ohms max. Phase response: linear phase, absolute-phase correct. De-emphasis: ±0.25dB referred to main response. Distortion and noise: ±0.1%, 10Hz-18kHz at full level.
Dimensions: 16¾" W by 1 7/8" H by 11¾" D. Weight: Not noted.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 167496.
Price: $2250.

Flatcap 2: Outboard power supply for use with Naim components.
Dimensions: 16¾" W by 1 7/8" H by 11¾" D. Weight: Not noted.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 168530.
Price: $900.

Both: Approximate number of dealers: 30.
Manufacturer: Naim Audio Ltd., Southampton Road, Salisbury SP1 2LN, England, UK. Tel: (44) 01722-332266. US distributor: Naim Audio North America, Inc., 2702 W. Touhy Avenue, Chicago, IL 60645. Tel: (773) 338-6262. Fax: (773) 338-6202. Web: www.naimusa.com.