What Hi-Fi?, one of the UK’s leading audio magazines, celebrates its 50th anniversary.
In its special 50th Anniversary issue, the magazine highlights five CD players across different price points, with the TEAC VRDS-701 receiving its highest five-star rating.

The VRDS-701 was highly praised for TEAC’s proprietary VRDS mechanism, excellent build quality, impressive detail retrieval and strong sense of control. What Hi-Fi? also highlighted its precise, composed and insightful presentation.

In its final verdict, What Hi-Fi? described the VRDS-701 as a player that “has to be considered” for anyone looking for a premium CD player.