Designed to be the perfect pair, Primare’s matching USB-equipped CD player and amplifier promise some very sweet Swedish sounds. Their deceptively simple and elegant appearance belies their versatility, as all functions, including volume control and display brightness, are accessible via Primare’s system remote. Audiophile’s will be keen to learn of the CD player’s balanced outputs and amp’s inputs, the latter employing a bespoke Class D technology to deliver a rated 2x125W/8ohm and with plenty in reserve to drive some very difficult loudspeaker loads. A plug-in media module is also available, adding digital inputs, DAB/FM radio, iPod, Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections for streaming media. Most important of all, this pair offers a crystal clear sound, always bubbling with engaging musical detail.