The first player was broken shortly after the return period, audio CDs are played only with disturbances, loud drive noise or not at all. When the manufacturer's service it was to demand for direct exchange: "No, send the device, we look for and then send the repaired part after about 2-3 weeks back." Of course that was not my suggestion. On request from the Amazon player but was then withdrawn, after ordering and receipt of new player I got the money refunded. The second player has been running for about 4 months well. The drive is very quiet (which was important for me because I play audio CD's). Image (in conjunction with LG 3D TV) and sound (via Denon receiver) I find absolutely sufficient for home theater. Good value for money. a star deduction for the defective device first.