TOP 15 best music players for Android

There are users who continue to enjoy music from the memory of their smartphone. This is convenient, for example, if your Internet connection does not allow you to listen to tracks, if you don’t want to pay for a subscription, or, for example, if you want to get lossless quality content. For these purposes, you only need high-quality tracks, as well as an application that can play this content. And if the user chooses the music himself, based on personal preferences, then it’s worth talking about the best software for playing it in a little more detail. All of these applications can be downloaded to Android for free, but some of them have paid features. It is worth noting that each player has a Russian language - however, if you wish, you can use players not only in Russian, but also in English and others.

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AIMP

Quite a powerful music player on Android. It supports most common music codecs, including: FLAC, MP3, MP4 and others. There are a large number of settings, themes and other interesting features. The app has a simple user interface and we had no problems adding and listening to music. It has a simple interface in Material Design style. We also liked its equalizer, HTTP live streaming, and volume normalization. The player is definitely a step ahead compared to most popular music players for Android. There is also a computer version if you want to kill two birds with one stone. The only drawback is potential compatibility issues with MIUI and EMUI devices.

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AIMP

Developer: Artem Izmaylov

Price: Free

Winamp

Nowadays, fewer and fewer modern users know about the existence of such a music player as Winamp. In the early 2000s, this product from the American company NULLsoft was present on almost every computer of that time, and became an excellent replacement for Windows WMP thanks to a set of functions that were unique at that time. Now the player has lost its former popularity due to the temporary closure of the project by the owners, but since the end of 2022 it has received an update, and promises to be a new hit in 2022.

The main advantage of Winamp is its flexible configuration and readability of most current audio formats. The program plays music in MP3, AAC, FLAC, MIDI, OGG, WMA, WAV, AIF format, plays streaming audio from the Internet, reads CD tracks and converts tracks for recording. At the same time, Winamp works perfectly on a system with any performance level.

The Winamp interface is a constructor that can be assembled as desired. There is a minimalistic bar, which does not distract from work with its appearance, and a full-fledged window with a settings panel, a ten-band equalizer and a spectrogram. Separately, you can attach a playlist or visualization window. In addition to the program, there are stylish skins, the list of which can be supplemented separately.

Advantages:

plays all current audio formats;
works on all versions of Windows, including XP;
saves user settings profiles;
convenient sorting of tracks in a folder;
beautiful visual images in the form of oscillograms;
Dozens of skins are included in the kit;
free Russian-language player.

Flaws:

poor development of the project due to a change in management;
There are incompatibilities with modern high-quality tracks of familiar formats.

BlackPlayer EX Music Player

A simple yet elegant music player for Android. It has an equalizer, widgets, scrobbling, an ID3 tag editor, no ads, themes, and support for popular music codecs. This is a delightfully simple and fantastic player for lovers of minimalism. The free version is limited in functionality, but the paid version has much more features. Fortunately, the Pro version is not expensive.

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BlackPlayer Music Player

Developer: FifthSource

Price: Free

jetAudio

While competitors make the player interface as simple as possible, the authors of jetAudio decided to give the user the entire set of tools on one screen - here in the playback menu there is an equalizer function, a timer before turning off, and buttons for shuffling or looping playback, and even a volume slider. At the same time, in the settings you can adjust the parameters to suit you, change the application language, customize the lock screen, transitions between tracks and a lot of other parameters. A fairly convenient and understandable application that you can use comfortably without going to the settings menu.

✅ Advantages:

all player functions on one screen;
the ability to customize the interface and actions;
customizing the player on the lock screen;
convenient navigation menu.

❌ Flaws:

The free version has advertising;
equalizer, widgets and some interface settings are available only in the full version (299 rubles).

jetAudio 11.0.1 Android 4.1 and higher

doubleTwist Music

DoubleTwist Music has had its ups and downs over the years. But it's on the rise now and overall it's a good music player. The free version is very functional and has almost all the necessary functions. You get playlists, support for most popular audio codecs (including FLAC and ALAC), a simple user interface, Chromecast support, and Android Auto support. There is an add-on for Apple AirPlay support (439 rubles) and a premium version (659 rubles), which adds AirPlay support along with a 10-band equalizer, SuperSound function, themes and other features. In addition, the free version allows you to listen to radio stations in your city, and there is also an element of music streaming. There are even features for podcast lovers, such as the ability to skip tracks and pause in the premium version. The app is expensive, but overall not bad.

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Developer: doubleTwist™

Price: Free

MediaMonkey

A kind of dark horse in music players for Android. The app has a lot of features, including organizational features for audiobooks, podcasts, and the ability to sort songs by composer (not just artist). It also has standard features such as an equalizer. What makes MediaMonkey a truly unique music player is its ability to sync your music library from your computer to your phone (and vice versa) over Wi-Fi. This feature is a little tricky to set up, but it's practically a one-of-a-kind feature. Plus, the player can sync with the desktop version over a cable in much the same way as iTunes, so it's one of the best ways to manage large local libraries across devices.

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MediaMonkey

Developer: Ventis Media, Inc.

Price: Free

iTunes

iTunes is an exclusive product for Apple technology, and has the functions of a player, cataloger and service for downloading music and videos. The service is recognized as one of the best multimedia library managers on mobile devices and PCs. It is free and compatible not only with Mac OS, but also with all modern Windows.

The main purpose of iTunes is to synchronize Apple mobile devices with a computer, including iPhone, iPad, iPod and Apple TV. The service connects the device to the Apple Store and allows you to view the contents of the internal memory on your computer. You can also create regular and smart playlists with a specific playback order and automatic sorting, change id-3 tags and song covers, and listen to Internet radio stations. In addition to music and videos, iTunes users can download programs and games directly to the connected gadget.

The player has two types: regular and compact. It comes with an equalizer and is capable of displaying visualizations along with its competitors. The service integrates the functionality of the social network Ping. With it you can communicate and discuss music with millions of other users.

The program interface is very easy to use and does not require additional study of guides. It is worth mentioning the interesting Cover Flow mode, which displays song covers in a beautifully designed 3D shell. This creates an indescribable feeling of “tangibility” of the content.

Advantages:

unique service for Apple products;
support Windows 7, 8, 10;
convenient and flexible file directory;
synchronization with Apple Store and Ping;
there is a tag editor,
distributed free of charge.

Flaws:

not suitable for devices based on Android (and other OS in general).

Musicolet

Non-BS music player. It has a lot of good features, including some that you wouldn't associate with a music player. They include a truly offline mode, a lightweight user interface, and a small APK size. Additionally, the app has multiple queues (another rarity), an equalizer, a tag editor, support for embedded lyrics, widgets, folder browsing, and more. This is a great option for people who just want a music player that plays music without a bunch of unnecessary stuff. The app is completely free, no in-app purchases and no ads.

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Musicolet Music Player

Developer: Krosbits

Price: Free

Neutron Music Player

Another music app that is not that popular, although it should be popular. It features a 32/64-bit audio rendering engine that (according to the developers) is independent of Android. The idea is that the mechanism helps the music sound better. The app also has many other features, including support for more unique file types (flac, MPC, etc.). Built-in equalizer and many other audiophile-specific features. The price is a bit steep and the user interface is definitely not the best on the list. However, everything else is fine.

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Neutron Music Player

Developer: Neutron Code Limited

Price: 699.00 RUR

Musixmatch

The application positions itself more as the largest database of song lyrics, where translation and editing by users is available. Musixmatch also allows you to synchronize texts in other players and services: Youtube, Poweramp, Spotify, SoundCloud, etc. It is downloaded for free, but there are restrictions in the form of advertising and saving texts for viewing without the Internet. The cost of a monthly license is approximately 1.6 USD, for a year it is temporarily 11.6 USD. The license must be updated regularly.

The number of understandable formats is significantly inferior to Poweramp. Therefore, listening to music in flac or a more exotic extension will not work. There are no problems with mp3 and aac. The built-in 5-band equalizer includes 10 presets, and also supports saving user settings. Bass boost and 3D effect controls are available.

The initial audio player window is divided into tabs, where songs are sorted by: albums, genres, artists, folders, songs and playlists. Unnecessary categories are disabled in the settings; creating your own category is not provided. In the hidden side window, useful features worth noting include the function of determining the composition and FloatingLyrics – displaying texts in other applications.

Settings are limited to headset and FloatingLyrics settings. There is also a “black list” item to exclude scanning of folders with short signals: notifications, ringtones and alarm clocks.

The player screen allows you to display 2 options for displaying the words of the song. Contains repeat and shuffle buttons, as well as buttons: pause/play and song switching. There is an option for LyricsCard - creating your own cover. Editing song mixing and sleep timer.

Interface of the Musicmatch application.

Impression

The Musixmatch player will allow you to find out the content of songs and sing with your favorite artist. At the same time, the inconvenient display of text will require some time to adapt and get used to. In addition, the banner to purchase a license is too intrusive and wildly annoying. Sometimes you have to close an advertising offer 2-3 times per minute. In addition, the purchased license is required to be renewed annually, which is comparable in cost to 11 copies of Poweramp. And thanks to the defective equalizer and limited support for formats, the player is not suitable for music lovers.

Oto Music

Solid music player in a minimalist style. You get an attractive, easy-to-use player with good navigation and support for Chromecast and Android Auto. Additionally, the app features five widgets, gapless playback, light and dark themes, tag editing, and support for regular and synchronized lyrics. You get all this in an app package that's about 5MB in size. There's even a Discord if you want to talk to the developer. Everything in the application is free, but you can support the developer by sending a donation from 85 to 1,390 rubles. The app looks good, works well, and I can't say anything bad about it.

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Oto Music

Developer: Piyush M.

Price: Free

Phonograph Music Player

One of the few good open source music players. It positions itself as a simple, lightweight and intuitive interface. Most of this is true. The application has a classic, simple Material Design interface. You can change the theme, but the selection of themes is not very large. Along with this, you will get Last.fm integration, tag editor, playlists, home screen widget, and navigation features. This is very simple and a great option for those who just want to listen to their music without any interruptions. This app has no in-app purchases and can be downloaded for free from Google Play Pass.

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Phonograph Music Player

Developer: Karim Abou Zeid

Price: Free

PlayerPro Music Player

Another little known music app that should get a little more traffic. It has a beautiful and simple interface, as well as skins that you can download and install. There is support for video playback, a rare ten-band equalizer, support for Android Auto and Chromecast, various sound effects, widgets and little interesting features such as shaking the phone to change the track. The application supports Hi-Fi music (up to 32 bit, 384 kHz). You can download a demo version of the application for free before shelling out 366 rubles.

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PlayerPro Music Player

Developer: BlastOn SA

Price: 199.00 RUR

#3 – USB Audio Player Pro

Download: Google Play

UAPP is the most unique music player for Android that you can install on your phone. This is perhaps the only program that works 100% correctly and reveals the capabilities of external DACs connected via USB. It supports audio DACs up to 32-bit and any sampling rate.

There are no compromises in terms of omnivorousness: absolutely all formats are supported, from basic to FLAC, MQA, DSD and SACD. Proper configuration of USB Audio Player Pro allows you to achieve reference sound quality, as far as this concept is applicable to mobile devices. So for owners of USB DACs who are choosing which player to download for Android, this is the main recommendation.

Plexamp

It's probably the best choice for playing music that isn't stored on the phone, but it's also not for streaming like Spotify. You set up your Plex server at home and then use the app to stream music from your computer to your phone. The app has a minimalist, beautiful user interface and you can temporarily download songs to your phone for offline use. The app includes gapless playback, volume control, fades, equalizer, preamp, and some nice audiophile touches. Plex charges 356 rubles per month to use the application, since it requires Plex servers to work. However, it's still cheaper than the music streaming service and covers the cost of regular Plex (video content) as well as Plexamp.

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Plexamp

Developer: Plex Labs

Price: Free

How to choose an MP3 player: selection criteria

First of all, you need to decide on your goals and budget. Taking into account the price, the models are distinguished:

Budget (up to 7,000 rubles). Suitable for users who do not have special requirements for sound quality. Models with limited functionality.
Sports. The models are suitable for athletes, tourists and anyone who leads an active lifestyle. It is useful to listen to music during training; melodies not only entertain, but also set the rhythm of movements. Such models should be compact, easily attached to clothing, and protected from moisture. There are even special models for swimming. But players for running should also be waterproof; this will save the equipment from both rain and sweat.
Premium Models costing 20,000 rubles and above. They reproduce sound with high quality, suitable for music lovers for whom it is important not to miss a single nuance of the performance.

Main selection criteria:

View. There are two varieties available: candy bar and sports. The first ones look like a small box that can be put in your pocket. They are listened to using headphones, which can be included or purchased separately. The second option is chosen for sports. The player is similar to ordinary headphones with a soft headband. They provide complete freedom of movement, but are not very comfortable to operate.
Memory. There are three types available: with internal memory, with a slot for installing MicroSD. The third type has both internal memory and a slot. The latter are the most practical, but also the most expensive.
DAC. Digital-to-analog converters expand the capabilities of equipment. For music lovers, the presence of a DAC is a must.
Formats. A player that can read different audio file formats is a practical choice. If the model reads 1-2 formats, then to convert other types you will need to use special conversion programs.
Display. It can be monochrome or color. The latter is more pleasing to the eye, it allows you to change brightness settings and set screensavers. Monochrome without additional functions, but wins in price. However, if the display is needed not only to display the track name, but also to view videos, a modern color version is required. In the latter case, you should look for a screen with a diagonal of at least 3”; smaller figures are inconvenient for viewing video content. Resolution is also important; 480x800 is considered an acceptable option for a large screen.
Battery. All modern players operate from built-in power sources. But batteries can differ significantly in design features and ability to hold a charge. Lithium-ion storage devices are in demand. They do not have a memory effect, so they can be recharged at any time and can withstand up to 1000 operating cycles. But they do not tolerate frost and storage when discharged. On more expensive models, lithium-polymer batteries are installed. They are not only more durable and reliable, but also more compact.

Additional functions. An equally important selection criterion is the availability and list of additional functions. It is recommended to pay attention to the following details:

case material: metal is more durable, plastic models are cheaper;
moisture protection is required by athletes and lovers of listening to music outdoors;
Bluetooth is needed to connect wireless headphones;
the presence of a screen allows you to see what tracks are being played, what modes are used and other useful information.

If you plan to not only listen to music, but also watch and shoot video, then you need to pay attention to multifunctional models. However, in multifunctional models, sound quality suffers.

What types of portable digital players are there?

Players are available with different parameters. This must be taken into account when choosing. The most popular option is Hi-Fi players. The models are distinguished by high sound quality, this is the choice of an audiophile. They are designed with a DAC and an amplifier; these devices transform the sound, making it cleaner, richer and more enjoyable.

Hi-End - expensive, but characterized by high sound quality. They combine a DAC, integrated storage and digital transport, and an amplifier. This is equipment for listening to tracks with the highest resolution.

According to functional content, they are distinguished:

With FM transmitter. The devices allow you to listen not only to recordings, but also to radio broadcasts. Such models discharge faster, so you have to pay closer attention to the charge.
With radio and FM tuner. This is a regular receiver, built into the player. In such models, energy consumption is low.
With TV tuner and DivX. Models that allow video viewing. This gadget is convenient on the road.
With Wi-Fi. Devices that can connect to a PC or to any Wi-Fi distribution point.
With internet browser. Useful and functional devices that allow you not only to listen to music, but also to search for any information on social networks
With a voice recorder. The presence of this add-on can be useful for students; lectures can be recorded on a voice recorder and then listened to at home.
With a notebook. This functionality is found on players with the Android system. Convenient if the model has a large screen. If the screen is small, then taking notes will be problematic.

This is an incomplete list of functions that players can be equipped with. Many models are equipped with a clock with an alarm clock and a timer to turn off after a certain time. There are players with built-in games.

The best manufacturers of MP3 players

Players are produced by many companies, and each has its own characteristics and “tricks”

IBasso. The company produces high-quality hi-fi players. The models are distinguished by functionality, support for a large number of audio and video formats, and powerful batteries. The products are presented in the middle price segment.
Cowon. The models are similar in functions to smartphones; they are capable of solving any multimedia tasks. The manufacturer offers budget and premium models, both options are distinguished by their robust design.
Sony. A well-known brand, a flagship in electronics production. Produces a special line of sports players for swimming.
Apple. Players of this brand are the best-selling in the world. They produce multifunctional players that are similar in capabilities to tablets. The models read all existing audio and video formats and allow you to play games. At the same time, they are distinguished by their compact size and stylish metal body.
Fiio. The brand offers devices in the middle price segment. Models are equipped with large touch screens and powerful speakers. They are equipped with slots for removable drives and have built-in memory.

There are other manufacturers of MP3 players, so you should not limit your choice to only the listed brands.

Poweramp

Poweramp - trial version

This music player has long been one of the most popular for many Android users. It has an elegant interface with themes that can be downloaded from Google Play. The app includes a variety of playback features including gapless playback, crossfade, and supports multiple types of playlists along with Android Auto support. You'll also find widgets, tag editing, and other settings. If necessary, you can download the lyrics. It's a powerful player that seems to get positive feedback from almost everyone.

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Poweramp - trial version

Developer: Max MP

Price: Free

Pulsar Music Player

Definitely one of the best music players for Android. Designed in Material Design style, it can edit tags, play without pauses, has smart playlists, a sleep timer and Last.fm scrobbling. Puslar supports Chromecast and has the best Android Auto support of any app on this list. It's not as feature-rich as some of the paid apps, but that doesn't mean it's bad. This is a great option for those looking for something minimalist, light and beautiful. The professional version is inexpensive and only adds a few additional features. There are no ads in either the free or premium version. The same developer also makes Omnia Music Player (Google Play link), a highly hyped and good music player.

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Pulsar Music Player - Pulsar Music Player

Developer: Rhythm Software

Price: Free

Part 2. How can I listen to music offline?

Playing music on Android offline for free will not be easy if you don't have the tracks at your disposal. To get the tracks, you'll need to purchase a monthly subscription to the music streaming service and download the tracks for offline use.

In this case, you will be able to play songs using only the native platform of this music streaming service. For example, if you choose Spotify, you can only listen to downloaded music using its own mobile, desktop, or web app. The same goes for iTunes, Apple Music, and other music streaming giants on the market.

So what do we recommend? We believe that you should have a great music experience, so you should choose TunesFun Spotify Music Converter . This is a great tool that will help you grab songs from Spotify for offline use.

Some of its features include downloading and converting music from Spotify to MP4, WAV, FLAC and AAC. Download and conversion speeds are five times faster than average. You can with this amazing tool. Moreover, you can keep 100% of the original quality of the Spotify song after conversion. Once you've captured the tracks, the ID3 tags are also saved, keeping them organized. Plus, you get free lifetime updates and world-class technical support from the company.

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Here's how to use TunesFun Spotify Music Converter to help you play music on Android offline:

Step 01 – Download and install the software on your computer

TunesFun Spotify Music Converter can be downloaded from the official website on the Internet. You can choose whether you want the Mac or Windows version. Once you download the package, you can simply install it on your laptop or desktop. Then simply launch the program for further use.

Step 02 – Add your tracks and close Spotify

The next step is to go to Spotify and then copy the URL of the track, album or playlist you want to grab. After that, paste its URL into the TunesFun Spotify Music Converter interface. The next step is to make sure that all instances of Spotify on your computer are closed. This is for the program to work.

Step 03 - Select the desired settings

Select the output format you want after conversion and download. It is best to choose the MP3 format, especially if you are going to collect songs. Then select a folder on your computer where the files will be saved. Here you will go to your local drive to check the downloaded music on your computer.

Step 04 - Convert Music Files

We're almost there! The point is that you need to click the "Convert" button to get the tracks you want. In this case, all you have to do is wait. Because TunesFun Spotify Music Converter is five times faster than average, you just need to wait a few seconds or minutes. This will depend on the number of tracks you want to capture.

Step 05 - Transfer Files to Android Device

After downloading the files, you can transfer them to your Android device. You can do this using a USB cable. Or you can use file transfer apps like ShareIT. You can even use your Bluetooth technology if you want.

Step 06 - Start playing

You can start playing tracks using one of the best music players for Android described above. You can simply download the music player using Google Play Store. After that, you should launch it on your device. Usually the application will recognize the music files on your computer in no time. You can even organize your tracks using these music apps if you want. This will be easy since the ID3 tags and metadata are preserved after conversion and loading.

Rocket player

Another beautiful and functional music player for Android. It has all the standard features, plus a 10-band equalizer, built-in lyrics support, tag editing, Chromecast and Android Auto support. The app does have excellent Android Auto support and works very well with Google Assistant. Plus, it has some niche features that we liked, like podcast bookmarks. Some parts of the app look old-fashioned, like the notifications and settings menu, but everything else looks good. The premium version removes ads, but the ads aren't that intrusive if you prefer the free versions.

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Music player - MP3 player

Developer: JRT Studio Music Players

Price: Free

Verdict

Of the music players we reviewed, there is no downright bad or good option. Each has its own purpose and target audience. As expected, we will give a little advice: which option to choose in each of the situations listed below.

A universal option for home use is KMPlayer. It will more than satisfy all the requirements of the average user. With it, you will not need any additional codec packs or study setup manuals. It also receives regular updates and fixes.

We chose VLC Media Player and Winyl as options for the weakest devices (for example, laptops). Both programs are very undemanding to system resources and provide a decent level of sound.

The most professional audio players among those presented are Foobar2000 and AIMP. The first of them processes sound in high 64-bit quality, and the second ensures smooth playback by loading tracks into RAM. Both players work with advanced audio sampling algorithms.

Stellio

Stellio - Music and mp3 player

Surprisingly good music player. The app has the usual features such as playlists, various settings and even themes. You can search for song lyrics on the Internet and from then on they become available offline. Also worth noting is support for many audio codecs, widgets, many settings and some additional features such as crossfade and tag editor. The basic premium version for 359 rubles removes ads and adds new themes. There are also additional themes that you can buy for 99 rubles each, or just buy the extended premium version for 599 rubles, in which you get everything. The choice is yours and the themes are really good.

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Stellio - Music and mp3 player

Developer: Stellio Soft

Price: Free

Vinylage Music Play

Vinyl Music Player

One of the most popular apps on this list. It has one of the most unique user interfaces of any app on this list. The app does a great job of covering the basics. You can create playlists and play local music. But the most interesting thing is the player interface. While you are listening to music, the app shows a vinyl player and vinyl animation. You can customize it with different brands and colors of turntables. The app even adds vinyl crackles between each track. It's so cool and it's a great music player.

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Vinyl Music Player

Developer: Valentyn Vieshchunov

Price: Free

Conclusion: Which audio player is better to choose?

Choosing the best players for music is necessary taking into account the tasks that will be assigned to the equipment. If the main goal is high-quality music reproduction, you should pay attention to Hi-Fi or Hi-Res models - players with excellent sound. Such models are not cheap, but they will provide pleasant moments of familiarization with music.

Young people often prefer multi-functional models so that they can not only listen to music, but also watch clips and videos. In this case, you need to choose models equipped with a video playback function. A child does not need to choose a cool player; it is better to take a model that supports games and allows you to watch cartoons. Models for children should be in a durable case and not be covered with scratches even if not handled very carefully.

Before you buy a player, it is advisable to listen to it in action, since everyone has different tastes, and the sound may not be what you thought after reading the reviews. If there is no opportunity to test before purchase, since you need to order delivery or Moscow, then tests will have to be done on an already delivered player. And even if you don’t like the sound right away, you shouldn’t be upset. Most modern models (except the most inexpensive ones) allow you to change the sound, customizing the sound to suit you.

What brands of players do you like? Share your experience of using certain models in the comments.