CD / SACD players and transports — Burmester 102

The 102 is a CD player from Burmester, sitting within the brand's disc-player catalogue with a notably shallower chassis height than the 061 and 089 models. The 102 brings Burmester's considered engineering approach to a somewhat more compact vertical profile.

Key specs that matter

At 482 x 95.5 x 312mm and 8kg, the 102 is notably shallower in both height and depth compared with the 061 and 089, while also being the lightest of the three models discussed, suggesting a more compact internal layout within Burmester's disc-player range.

Sound and use context

Expect the refined, understated character Burmester's broader engineering philosophy consistently delivers, here within a more compact chassis profile than the brand's other current disc players, potentially suiting equipment racks with more limited vertical clearance.

Pairing

Burmester's own amplifier and preamplifier catalogue, sharing the brand's coherent chassis width and engineering philosophy, forms a natural, visually matched partner for this player.

Alternatives

Burmester's 061 and 089 sit within the same broader catalogue at taller chassis heights and greater weight, worth comparing directly to find the right Burmester player profile for a specific equipment rack. Recommended overall for buyers wanting genuine Burmester engineering in a more compact chassis height.