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Modernare CD spelare med smd teknik och avancerad digital signalbehandling. CD Audio, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3-CDAudio Stereo RCA, 1x Coaxial Digital, 1x Optical Digital DAC: Wolfson WM8740 (24-bit/176kHz) with 32-bit DSP jitter reduction Frequency Response: 12 Hz – 39,500 Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 110 dBA Dimensions & Weight: 440 mm x 63 mm x 332 mm, 3.8 kg Eventuell frakt tillkommer.

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

A fair ask for a clean, well-known CD player: kr800 sits just above the kr788 median and within the tight kr782–kr794 middle band, so this is priced about right rather than cheap or ambitious.

What makes it notable is the reputation for solid, no-fuss digital playback and a generally respectable build for its class; it’s the sort of player that can still make a very satisfying everyday spinner if it’s been looked after. At this price, the main upside is simply getting a good-sounding, straightforward unit without paying a premium, but with condition unknown I’d want basic checks on disc loading, tray action, and skip-free play before committing.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Harman Kardon

Harman Kardon traces its origins to 1953, when Dr. Sidney Harman and Bernard Kardon, both engineers frustrated with conservative audio manufacturing at the David Bogen Company, invested $5,000 each to launch their venture in Westbury, New York. Their debut product, the Festival D1000, became the world's first compact AM/FM hi-fi receiver, blending breakthrough technology with sleek design to make high-fidelity sound accessible beyond technical enthusiasts. Pioneering innovations like the 1958 Festival TA230 stereo receiver, the 1959 Citation II ultra-wide bandwidth tube amplifier, and the 1970 CAD5 hi-fi cassette recorder with Dolby noise reduction cemented their legacy in simplifying premium audio for the home.

The brand focuses on integrated receivers, amplifiers, tuners, and speakers that emphasize performance, reliability, and elegant industrial design. Over decades, it expanded into home theater systems and automotive audio, powering systems in vehicles from Land Rover and BMW to Volvo and Polestar. While not delving into turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Harman Kardon prioritizes cohesive hi-fi components that deliver warm, detailed sound without unnecessary complexity.

Harman Kardon holds a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, renowned among knowledgeable buyers for its enduring quality and value rather than ultra-high-end exotica or vintage collector status. Now part of Harman International, it appeals to discerning listeners seeking dependable, stylish gear that echoes its innovative heritage without commanding boutique premiums.

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