Yamaha CD-S300BL Natural Sound CD Player
- Single-disc CD player with USB input
- Plays CD-R and MP3 discs
- Coaxial output, 2 channels
- Remote control and USB cable in the box
- 2 AA batteries required for the remote
- 3.2 pounds, black
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A single-disc component player with USB input and a remote, meant to feed a stereo system through a coaxial output. The listing says it has no headphone jack.
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ASIN: B00916E6FEModel: CD-S300BLCategory: CD Players
Overview
A living room shelf beside the amplifier suits this Natural Sound CD player, which reads CD-R and MP3 discs and takes a USB connection. A remote control and USB cable come in the box.
It does the core job of spinning discs into a stereo with a digital output and adds USB for other media. The listing is brief, with no warranty text or audio specifications, so power users should check the manual.
Who it's for
Home audio owners with an amplifier who still play discs. The remote helps from the couch. Portable listeners and large-collection owners should look at a different design.
Pros and cons
- Plays CD-R and MP3 discs
- USB input for other media
- Remote and USB cable included
- Coaxial digital connection
- No headphone jack
- One disc at a time
- Audio specifications not listed
Performance notes
The player reads discs and passes the signal on, so sound quality depends on the converter in your amplifier or DAC when you use the coaxial output. No converter or noise figures appear in the listing. USB and disc playback are separate inputs.
Where it stands among cd players
- #8 most-searched brand and model of the 14 cd players lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 23 cd players we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | CD-S300BL |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 3.2 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Compatible Devices | Speaker, Headphone, iPod, Portable Media Player |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Remote control, USB cable |
| Warranty & support | |
| Supported Audio Format | CD-R, MP3 |
| Software Update Supported To Date | unknown |
| Other details | |
| Number Of Discs | 1 |
| Connector Type | Coaxial |
| Headphones Jack | None |
| Number Of Channels | 2 |
| Number Of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required |
| Mfr Part Number | CD-S300BL |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Yamaha CD-S300BL a portable CD player?
No. It is a component player with a remote and a coaxial output, and the listing says there is no headphones jack.
Can the Yamaha CD-S300BL play from USB?
The specs list USB connectivity and MP3 as a supported format, and the box includes a USB cable.
What comes with the Yamaha CD-S300BL?
A remote control and a USB cable are listed in the box, and the remote needs 2 AA batteries.
Does the CD-S300BL change discs automatically?
No. It holds a single disc.