The device delivers sound that is "on the warmer side, with more focus on fluidity and coherence."
“Tonal balance is cohesive, sensibly connected, and uniform. This promotes relaxing listening sessions. And when it comes to relaxation, we must mention dynamics. It is – to use a term common in many fields, not just audio – sufficient. We get just the right amount of energy and emotion to keep the musical presentation engaging.”

Every sound here is spacious, clean, and well-defined. Vocals impress with their natural quality, and instruments sound pure and free of distortion. No matter the genre, the sound remains coherent and emotionally engaging.

The HTR-1500CD combines outstanding sound with versatility – the built-in CD player and wide range of inputs make it easy to connect various sources. It’s a device that brings real joy to listening and lets music sound just the way it should.

Add to that a minimalist, solid enclosure and elegant finish – this unit looks just as good as it sounds.

To sum it up:
“The listener gets a ready-to-go system for a really decent price – one that lacks nothing. It doesn’t fall short of audiophile ambitions either, as the compact HTR-1500CD delivers genuinely impressive sound.”

[Wstereo test]