I tried using the native HTML5 audio player and was having problems with it making multiple HTTP connections per playback which was creating performance issues

I tried using the native HTML5 audio player and was having problems with it making multiple HTTP connections per playback which was creating performance issues on my home machine (I assume due to lack of bandwidth?). The performance of the Flash player is far more acceptable. I am keeping my eyes open for nice simple HTML5 audio player with playlist capabilities though -- i want to keep the players as unobtrusive as possible. Let me know if you have any suggestions!