Chossing an "audiophile" portable CD player

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Hello,
(and sorry for my non native English...)


I'd like to replace my old TECHNICS SL-XP145 Cd player and i don't find

any reviews or comments on actual portable CD player production :
except customer's reviews on Amazon US and official specifications.
I think (perhaps i'm wrong) the best actual portable Cd players (with
Hi Fi conception in mind) are Panasonic (2nd generation of digital
power) : SL-CT520, 720 and 820.
The Sony (even high end) seems to be less inspiring.
I've recently discover the Bose TriPort CD system... Headphones are
probably great, but Cd player... ?


I'd like to receive any feedback, helping me find something better my
old Technics.
I don't need MP3 support, super extra long life battery, extra small
size : i just need THE best sounding portable CD player !


Thanks, pascal.