Early PlayStation 1 models, especially the SCPH-1000, SCPH-1001, and SCPH-1002, stand out as surprisingly excellent CD players thanks to their high-quality AKM AK4309AVM DAC, dedicated RCA outputs for clean analog connections, and robust CD drive. These early revisions deliver warm, non-fatiguing sound with rolled-off highs, strong midrange presence, good instrument separation, and a smooth, musical […]