Single disc CD players that can play MP3-encoded discs are shown on this page and include players made by Berendsen, Edge, Esoteric, Meridian, Primare and Sherwood.

Berendsen CDP-1 ($1,995.00)

The superbly crafted CDP-1 CD player is manufactured by Berendsen Audio Elektronik in Germany.  It can play both MP3 and WMA-encloded discs, as well as SACD discs. With a list price of nearly $2000 (US), it is meant for the audiophile with the budget to indulge his tastes. See the Manufacturer's URL page for a link to their website.

Edge G CD ($4,350.00)

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The Edge G CD player is the first from this highend audio component manufacturer in Cape Coral, Florida. As soon as image and specs are available, they will be posted.

Esoteric X-01 (13,000.00)

The Esoteric X-01 qualifies as the most expensive consumer audio CD player in the world. It is capable to playing virtually any CD audio format, including, of course, MP3. Esoteric is the very high-end division of TEAC.

Meridian G08 ($3,995.00)

Primare D21 ($1,250.00)

Primare, headquartered in Sweden, has attained the reputation of offering some of the most prestigious audio components not only in Europe but the world. In terms of engineering and build quality, the Primare CD21 consititutes one of the true bargains in high-end CD players, with a price under $1,300 U.S.  And yes, it does play MP3-encoded discs.

Sherwood Newcastle  CD-980T ($500.00)

Sherwood has been manufacturing audio components for over 50 years.  The Newcastle line is their upper tier audio component line. The CD-980T is their finest single disc CD player and features a very impressive 120dB signal-to-noise ratio. It can play MP3 and WMA-encoded discs. It's list price is $500.00 U.S.