HIGHLY COMMENDED

The EMC 1 MKV sounded very sweet indeed. Here's a sound that's consistently detailed, its resolving power joined by tonal nuance and vibrancy, and a knockout punch to bass, drums and percussive transients. Above all, this is a disc spinner that's respectful of the music.

Supple, expansive and naturalistic... so much about slam and drive, more timing ability, but which explodes at the end into a timpani smash-and-grab. It sounded glorious here.

...accomplished presentation of details...persuasive rhythmic ability...depth and subtlety... a fluid, melodious bassline...a greater sense of space and treble 'air'.

There was a wonderful feeling of balance to the EMC 1's portrayal...very natural feel...a soundstage that offered appreciable width...this player's performance lured me in.

There's also a sparkiness to it that comes from both its sense of dynamism and creditable detail.

There's also something of an experience about using the EMX 1 MKV which brings it closer to the ritual of LP replay than you'll get from a conventional drawer-loading design. It'll bring a smile to your face...

...this fifth-gen flagship makes CDs sound thrillingly musical, and does so from a glamorous, well-engineered machine that's a real pleasure to use.

Hi-Fi Choice | | December 2021