The Gadhouse Eric CD player is affordable and feature-packed

Gadhouse has introduced the Eric, a new CD player that is significantly more affordable than other portable options currently available on the market. The CD player boasts an array of features including Bluetooth connectivity, multiple headphone jacks, an FM radio receiver, and a screen display. The author of the article, who writes about audio equipment for TechRadar, remarks that it has been some time since they covered new earbuds or headphones and highlights the surge of new CD players, turntables, and cassette players launching in the market.

The Gadhouse Eric, named after an unspecified man, aims to revolutionize the physical media revival. The CD player is priced at $84.50 / £59.99 (approximately AU$120), positioning itself as one of the most budget-friendly portable CD players. This pricing is notably lower than competing products such as the Shanling EC Player or FiiO DM13, which are priced roughly three times higher.

The Eric comes equipped with various functionalities. Its primary function is to play CDs, which it does flawlessly. However, it also includes an FM radio receiver, accessible through its display and slider. Additionally, the device supports wireless Bluetooth connectivity, a feature not commonly found in older CD players. Furthermore, it offers two 3.5mm audio jacks for connecting two pairs of headphones simultaneously or linking to a hi-fi system.

However, the battery life of the Eric is limited to just 4 hours, which might pose a challenge for travelers. It can be recharged via a USB-C port located at the back.