Black Friday CD player deals 2024: How to get a great player in this year's sales

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There's still a healthy demand for CD players, and Black Friday is the perfect time to either buy your first one, or upgrade to a newer model

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1. Quick links
2. Editor's picks
3. FAQ
4. Shopping tips
5. How we choose
6. Why trust us

Black Friday is fast approaching, with the big sales event of the year set to take place in just a matter of weeks. And if you're looking to upgrade your CD system, this time of year is a great time to pick up a brilliant Black Friday CD player deal.

And to get you off to a good start, in the US right now you can get this Philips CD player with a pair of bookshelf speakers with 29% off at Amazon - taking the price down from $179.99 to $127.49.

And if you're in the UK, you can get the Majority Oakington CD player at Amazon with 30% off. It's currently down from £164.95 to £114.95.

While I like the convenience of streaming, buying a physical CD that's mine to keep forever has a strong appeal - and in the five years of covering Black Friday in the past, I've seen some fantastic deals on CD players. Everything from budget players and portable devices, through to versatile all-in-one units will be on sale this year and myself and the wider Louder team are bringing you all the best Black Friday CD player deals.

Below you'll find a selection of early deals, along with FAQ and shopping tips that will hopefully help you pick up a CD player for less this Black Friday.

Quick links

US quick links

Amazon US: Explore all the CD player deals

Best Buy: Big selection of CD players

Walmart: Portable players & more

Target: Wide selection of CD players

UK quick links

Amazon UK: Shop all Amazon's CD players

John Lewis: Stereo systems & more for less

Argos: CD & cassette players

Currys: Personal players & more

Editor's picks

US

Philips CD player
was US$179.99 now US$127.49 at Amazon

Amazon have knocked 29% off the price of this Philips CD player that comes with bookshelf speakers. Not only does it feature a CD player, but it will also play your cassettes and it has a radio and remote control. A neat all-in-one player.

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Onkyo C-7030
was US$299 now US$249.99 at Amazon

There’s 16% off this Onkyo audio CD player at Amazon right now and if you have a pair of wired speakers, this is definitely worth a closer look. It’s a classy-looking unit and there’s also a headphone jack included along with a remote.

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Pioneer PD-10AE
Pioneer PD-10AE: was US$279 now US$199.99 at Amazon

Pioneer have long been known for the top CD players, and the PD-10AE is definitely worth a closer look - especially with Amazon lopping 28% off the list price. It has a centre-mounted drive for stability and a 25-track memory playback. It only has one type of RCA connection on the rear of the unit but it’s a solid and dependable bit of kit

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MEGATEK Portable CD Boombox
was US$59.99 now US$49.95 at Amazon

The design of this portable CD boombox takes me back to the late 80s when I had a similar unit - although the one I had was equipped with a double tape deck. This one comes with FM radio, is CD-R/RW & MP3 CD compatible and it also has a headphone jack. A solid option for less than 50 dollars at Amazon.

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Micocious portable CD player
was US$49.99 now US$29.68 at Amazon

If you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful portable CD player that works great in the bedroom or kitchen, then this neat CD player from Micocious should fit the bill - especially with 41% off at Amazon. It also has a FM radio and can double as a wee Bluetooth speaker. It comes with a stand and there’s also several colour variations to choose from.

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UK

Majority Oakington
was £164.95 now £114.95 at amazon.co.uk

This CD player from Majority is down in price by 30% at Amazon. It sits 2nd in our guide to the best CD players thanks to its great audio delivery, built-in DAB radio - and the fact it also doubles as a Bluetooth speaker.

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Panasonic SC-DM202EG: Was £169.99, now £129 at Amazon

Panasonic SC-DM202EG: Was £169.99, now £129 at Amazon
This stereo system from Panasonic is down 24% at Amazon. Like some other models in this list, it also has a DAB radio. It also has dual 12W speakers and is Bluetooth enabled to give you a bit more flexibility. A nice desktop option.

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Panasonic SC-HC200EB-K
Panasonic SC-HC200EB-K: was £99.99 now £79 at Amazon

This is a sleek and extremely stylish hi-fi system with CD player from Panasonic. Amazon have knocked 21% off the unit which features 20W speakers, FM radio, Bluetooth and USB playback. This model doesn’t come with a DAB radio - but it’s still an excellent choice your playing your CD collection.

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Roberts BLUTUNE30
Roberts BLUTUNE30: was £349.99 now £249 at Amazon

This is an ideal unit to have next to your bed as, along with a front-loading CD slot, the BLUTUNE30 also has a DAB radio, in-built speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, wireless phone charging and a digital display. There’s even a headphone port on the from of the player. Grab one with 29% off at Amazon.

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FAQ

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When do the 2024 Black Friday CD players deals start?

This year's Black Friday will officially kick-off on November 29, with all the sales continuing right through the weekend, before culminating on Cyber Monday on December 2.

I've been involved with covering the Black Friday sales full-time since 2019 and, as you can see with the selection above, the deals are getting earlier every year, as online retailers jostle for your hard-earned cash.

Myself and the Louder team are here to bring you all the awesome Black Friday CD player deals as soon as we see them - and posting them right here.

So whether you're after your first CD player, looking for a player after rediscovering your collection in the attic, hunting for a fresh new model, or looking for a portable unit, keep this page bookmarked and check back regularly for some excellent Black Friday CD player deals.

What CD player deals should I expect to see?

I've been covering Black Friday full-time since 2019 and there are always great deals across the board on CD players in all shapes and sizes - and with this November's sales in the spotlight, discounts on models from the likes of Cambridge Audio, Technics, Philips, Majority, Panasonic, Denon, Arcam, Onkyo and more are starting to come in.

There are portable CD players, all-in-one units, players with additional DAB digital radio functionality, while Bluetooth can also be found in many CD players these days.

CDs might not be flavour of the month, but they're still going strong despite fierce competition from streaming services and vinyl sales. They don't enjoy the same sales as in previous years, but if you have amassed a collection, you'll find CD players on sale at very competitive prices this year.

I'm keeping my eyes on retail sites including Amazon, John Lewis, Walmart, BestBuy and Target and bringing you the best Black Friday CD player deals as soon as I find them.

Shopping tips

Black Friday CD player deals: Technics SA-C600EB-K

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Before Black Friday officially arrives, I like to get a little bit of preparation done in advance to ease the financial burden of all those amazing deals. Hopefully, some of these tips will help you grab a cracking Black Friday CD player bargain.

1. Keep a list handy: By keeping a list of the products you're interested in handy means you'll have a more focused approach when looking out for a great deal. I keep a list of all the products I'm on the lookout for on my phone and on my Amazon wish list so I can check at a glance what's on sale and when.

2. Budget: This year's Black Friday takes place on the second to last day of the month, so for a lot of people, that means it will fall around pay day. But to take some of the stress out of the big shop, if you can put some money aside for the sales, it can certainly ease the financial burden of grabbing a new CD player. I've been putting a little bit of cash aside for the Black Friday weekend - not a lot, but what I do save now will help once I start adding products to my basket.

3. Shop around: Before throwing your money at a new CD player, comparing prices of the item you're keen on is well worth 5 minutes of your time. Prices around Black Friday can vary wildly, and some retailers will also throw in the occasional freebie. Check the small print and prices.

Myself and the Louder team are doing that so we can bring you some great CD player savings right here, so keep this page bookmarked and check back regularly. Also keep your eyes on our Black Friday music deals page. Not only will be have CD player deals, but also discounts on all sorts of other products such as CDs, vinyl box sets, headphones, Lego kits, turntables and more.

How we choose products

I've mentioned previously that I still buy CDs so when it comes to choosing a CD player, I first take a look at what the big names including Philips, Sony and Panasonic have out on the market.

I'll then look at what extras the CD player has: Does it have Bluetooth connectivity? Is it compact enough for my music shelf? Does it have a built-in DAB radio? Does it come with a remote control? Do I have wired speakers? Is it portable?

I'll always highlight the important information to help you make an informed decision - and if there's a lesser-known CD player brand, I'll check it out thoroughly before recommending it to you.

Myself and the Louder team are bringing you the Black Friday CD player deals that we think offer great value for money - and posting them right here.

Why you can trust our picks

This is my sixth year covering Black Friday full-time, and I've been part of the wider team here since 2014 and over the last 10 years, I've personally written more than 11,000 stories across Louder, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and Prog.

Along with reporting on Cyber Weekend, I've also been involved with other sales events such as Amazon Prime Day, Presidents' Day and Memorial Day - highlighting top deals on everything from vinyl and headphones, to turntables and Bluetooth speakers.

Together with the wider Louder team, we've combined to write more than 15,000 reviews so we know what makes a good product stand out from the crowd. We love music and that's why you can trust us to bring you fantastic CD deals round the clock, including Black Friday weekend.

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Scott Munro
Scott Munro
Louder e-commerce editor

Scott has spent 35 years in newspapers, magazines and online as an editor, production editor, sub-editor, designer, writer and reviewer. Scott joined our news desk in the summer of 2014 before moving into e-commerce in 2020. Scott keeps Louder’s buyer’s guides up to date, writes about the best deals for music fans, keeps on top of the latest tech releases and reviews headphones, speakers, earplugs and more for Louder. Over the last 10 years, Scott has written more than 11,000 articles across Louder, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and Prog. He's previously written for publications including IGN, Sunday Mirror, Daily Record and The Herald, covering everything from daily news and weekly features, to tech reviews, video games, travel and whisky. Scott's favourite bands are Fields Of The Nephilim, The Cure, New Model Army, All About Eve, The Mission, Cocteau Twins, Drab Majesty, The Tragically Hip, Marillion and Rush.

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