These Flagship Music Players are the Best Money Can Buy [Video]

MOON AUDIO | MOON AUDIO STAFF/APR 4TH 2023

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Today we're going to look at the portable heavy weights of the DAP world: the Cayin N8ii, the Astell&Kern SP3000, and the Sony NW-WM1ZM2. These are arguably the best you can get in portable music players and sound quality in the audiophile world. Premium components, premium internals, premium features, and of course, premium sound quality: you're not going to get any better than this. If you have the cash, and you want the best, but not sure which one to pick—then this is the video for you.

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