Michael Fremer (USA) is well respected for his thorough reviews of high-end hi-fi gear. In reviewing the latest Marantz SACD/CD (A$4,999) he says: “The Pearl does everything right and nothing wrong…It’s easy to recommend, enthusiastically and without reservation. I do.”

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