Rec | USING A PS1 AS A CD PLAYER

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I wanted to add a CD player to my home music setup, but couldn't find anything that both looked cool and was in my budget. after some research (reddit.com "cool cd players"), I found out that audiophiles LOVE the CD player that is built into the PS1. I plugged it into the receiver I have my turntable hooked up to, and it works! I don't really know if it sounds high quality or anything but it sounds good to me. It's a bit tricky to navigate the menu without a screen, but I think with a little more practice, I should be able to enjoy my CDs without too much fidgeting.

@jimi

Jan 24, 2024

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@shredddflanders

How did I not think of this I have one below my cd player I bought 😩

Aug 27, 2024

@jimi

shredddflanders try it out! it works great

Aug 27, 2024

@the_other_goku

this rules!!!

Jan 24, 2024

@jimi

crumbmode I don't have mine hooked up to a screen but I'm on the lookout for a little tv specifically for this reason!!!

Jan 24, 2024

@jimi

lizer 🫡🫡🫡

Jan 24, 2024

@crumbmode

did this all through college. recommend!! bonus: can also play crash bandicoot sometimes if you want!!

Jan 24, 2024

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