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Audio Research

Reference CD9 SE

CD player £14,998

View online review whf.cm/CD9SE

With its top-loading design, valve-powered output stage and hefty £15k price tag, the Reference CD9 SE is quite some statement.

The Audio Research is a substantial unit, 13.5cm tall and a hefty 15kg. You will need enough space to be able to top-load a disc, and leave plenty of space around the player for ventilation. This thing runs hot.

Before initial use, you will need to fit the full complement of valves.

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