This is the "new" 5-CD player by Sony that I'm assuming is replacing the CDP-525 player. This player seems to address the major problem people have reported with the 525, mainly the time it takes to seek between tracks, partticularly when doing a random search.
Overall, this is a very solid player. Far more reliable than the "jukebox" style players. My one compliant is the display, it's okay, but the displays on the newer Sony recievers (like the STR-935) are better.

Build Quality, Sound, Features

Lack of power button and open/close on remote. Slow CD exchange.

Not sure why several reviewers have eluded to sound issues with this unit via the analog connection. I have tested/used
several CD players in the sub $100 category (AIWA/Technics/JVC/Teac) and the CDP CE235 is IMHO MUCH better interms of color and clarity. The player produces nice bass and has a "natural" sound. It is loaded with features that, most likely will not be used, but who knows?
Features such as: ability to connect to a second cd player,
reads text based discs, fade function, delete track function, controlling a mega changer, time edit etc.
The unit appears to be built solidly and has a very functional/readable display. As noted above , the remote lacks a power and open/close function. Best of all, with the new Sony model , CDP CE545 now out, this unit can be bought for a song. I got a floor sample at Best Buy for $79!! This is a steal. Enjoy!

Similar Products Used:

Onkyo TX-206, AIWA XC-37M, Technics SL-PD8

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I have really enjoyed this CD Player, and it has done everything I've expected it to do. It has some great features and sounds terrific when using the digital optical output.

QUICK SUMMARIES:

FEATURES
CD Text and Delete Bank are terrific features. The delete bank allows you to delete a title from being played - even during random play. It allows more of your favorites to always be playing. CD text works well, but only with CD titles - not tracks. Still a cool feature though. I've also been able to play CD-R's with it - which is an added bonus.

SOUND
Optical out is terrific and sounds much better than the analog in my opinion. A low signal/noise ratio is definitely a noticable plus. Overall, I find the sound to be very nice, although I have little to compare it to other than my Toshiba DVD player. It's much much better than the Toshiba which is designed for DVDs.

PERFORMANCE
The random play can be a tad slow, but only barely. Maybe 8 seconds during a swap. Being able to exchange 4 CD's while another is playing is an awesome feature found on most cd changers today. Very cool.

MISC
I received some cordless headphones as a gift this year - so the headphones out are a nice feature also. The remote is very well laid out, even though with a Pronto I rarely use it. The front panel is also well laid out and has everything you need for sitting in front of it and playing your music. The jog dial is my favorite little button in my HT! Very neat way to scan tracks.

I do wish it had a remote controllable on/off switch (is this 2001 or 1985?). But, I knew it was missing going in though, and plan to fix that using an x-10 controller. Plus, you usually have to get up to load the thing anyway.

To summarize, I'm very happy with it. I would suggest this product. For under $200, I think it's a great deal.

Similar Products Used:

Older Technics Model, Toshiba DVD/CD Player

Good sound

Lack of resume play

Others have covered the features of this player well, so I'll comment on the thing that matters to me most: SOUND! This player really seems to "warm up" digital sound, similar to how anti-aliasing takes the edges off your screen fonts. In other words, it avoids the harshness of other digital sources like MP3 or cheap CD portables. The sound is full, rich, accurate, but I still prefer to listen to vinyl when I'm going to sit down and LISTEN to the music, rather than have it on in the background. The volume on the remote is nice, and having the direct headphone jack on the unit is another nice touch. It is a good player for the money.

Similar Products Used:

Sony home & portable CD players, Technics