Sony UDA-1

Superb build and finish ; Sonic clarity and precision ; Composure when playing demanding music ; Extensive feature count

Lacks a little rhythmic drive and a touch of punch

The UDA-1 isn’t the most musically exciting of performers, but there’s enough quality here to keep it a rewarding listen.

When you look at the clear, well laid out controls of the UDA-1’s front panel, touch its smooth metal chassis and see it’s motorised volume control in action, it’s impossible not to love the UDA-1. Other than slight harshness at the very high-end, the...