FS: Cambridge Audio D500SE CD Player

steveinaz
steveinaz Posts: 19,537
edited December 2003 in Flea Market
***SOLD...SHACK GOT A GREAT DEAL***

Make: Cambridge Audio
Model: D500SE (Special Editon) Black
Included: Original box, manual, remote, and 1 meter pair of AQ Sidewinder interconnects

PIC: http://members.cox.net/stepheninaz/pics/d500se.jpg

Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Ok, reduced price by another $20.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,576
    edited December 2003
    Steve - I just picked up a Cambridge Audio A300 for my step-dad, its a Christmas present. I hope he really likes it, because I was going to suggest he get a nice CDP also...that would be perfect. I wish I could do something now, but it depends on him. I will drop you a line after Christmas, if it is still available.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Doro-
    Sounds good. It's been very hard to "move" this puppy, and its a shame as you can tell by the pic, it's in perfect condition. I'm not necessarily in a hurry, so if you can tell me at some point that you want me to hold it for you--its no problem.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Yes, a shameless BTT. Hey, I've got grandkids to feed!
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Another price reduction....
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited December 2003
    Someone should REALLY snatch this player up.

    I'd be all over it in a heartbeat, but I've got too many players right now, last count was 7 (decent ones at least).
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Thanks Russman, I can't believe how hard of a time I'm having selling this thing, even at my original price.

    Must be the holidays.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited December 2003
    If you don't NEED the cash, maybe you should just keep it, vs practically GIVING it away.

    Hell, you could use it for background music / general use, and keep the hours on your new player low.

    Just a thought.
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Santa is bringing me a new player for Christmas (CEC CD 3300), so I don't need to sell the Cambridge. This will be the lowest I'll take the price; otherwise it will go in my guest bedroom with my Yamaha receiver and Pinnacle CGT towers.

    I think Dorokusai may want it after Christmas.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • phoneisbusy
    phoneisbusy Posts: 867
    edited December 2003
    Originally posted by steveinaz
    Thanks Russman, I can't believe how hard of a time I'm having selling this thing, even at my original price.

    Must be the holidays.

    Steve,

    I'm awfully tempted but yes it is the holidays! ;) and I'm wondering if such beast would be suitable for my rig or actually would be rig be suitable for such a beast?

    Quandry: Receiver is a Pioneer VSX 710 (mid grade consumer line). It's a nice starter AV but would this be sufficient to let the 500SE shine? I'm not sure. What's your opinion?

    I wish you luck selling this though.

    regards

    Dave
    Time is the best teacher. Unfortunately it kills all its students.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Sure. The Cambridge would be suitable for just about anything. It's fairly "forgiving" and has a "british" character to its sound, which is to say the warm side of nuetral.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    SOLD!
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited December 2003
    Come on now, after ALL this time, you keep us in suspense?

    Who's the lucky (smart) ****?

    Cheers,
    Russ
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  • phoneisbusy
    phoneisbusy Posts: 867
    edited December 2003
    Originally posted by RuSsMaN
    Come on now, after ALL this time, you keep us in suspense?

    Who's the lucky (smart) ****?

    Cheers,
    Russ

    Wasn't me. Still chasing a 'good bye mr chips' book on e-bay. :(

    Glad you sold it though Steve.

    Dave
    Time is the best teacher. Unfortunately it kills all its students.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited December 2003
    WTG whoever got the CD player.. glad it finally sold... i can't believe that it took that long either. :p
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    I don't know what his username is. Only his real name--I'll let him clue you in, as "Steve's Audio Plaza" has a strict privacy policy!!

    LOL!

    Edited to add: Alright, alright...I sent an email and asked him what his username is...still waiting for a reply
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited December 2003
    Well...it's ME :D

    This was just TOO GOOD of a deal to pass up. I had been looking for a new CDP to replace an old Sony. I had hoped to find a new SCD C555ES but they are nowhere to be found. I had considered a CDP CA70ES but Oade "thinks" they may be getting some more in "sometime" but they aren't sure. I had finally decided on a NAD 521BEE for around $240 plus shipping. I have heard the 521i on several occasions and had a C320BEE integrated for a while and figured I'd give the NAD a try. Then Steve dropped his price again...I use Audioquest Sidewinders anyway so there is $40 and shipping would be about $15 so I figure even though I've never heard this machine it's only costing me $160 and WHY NOT?
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited December 2003
    Shack, you got a good transport, and a good DAC, bottom line. Consider the fit / finish a bonus.

    Since no one else has piped in, I want dibs, when and if - ok?

    Congrats!

    Cheers,
    Rooster
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited December 2003
    Originally posted by RuSsMaN
    I've got too many players right now, last count was 7 (decent ones at least)
    Originally posted by RuSsMaN
    I want dibs, when and if - ok?

    I guess a man can never have too many good CDPs. :D

    If and when I decide to sell you sir have the first shot....
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited December 2003
    and....if the way Steve responded to emails and such is any indication.... this should be a very smooth transaction (very much the opposite of a recent fiasco here on the forum!)
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited December 2003
    Believe me, you won't get rid of it. I transitioned from an ES Sony changer when I bought the Cambridge, and here's what I noticed:

    Although the Sony had an ever so slight edge in the "slam" department (an attribute Sony's are known for), the absolute resolution and treble clarity definitely was the D500SEs' forte. Although at first I felt the Sony dug a little deeper on bass, I later realized it was the "control" that the D500se had on bass, not the depth that was the real perception. The D500se also had a smoother, less in-your-face midrange quality--making it a very listenable player. It just seemed like the Cambridge was extracting every last bit off the CD, incredible details I just hadn't noticed before were apparent. This player pulls off an almost perfect balance of being articulate, yet smooth.

    Your gonna love it, especially if your system leans to the "analytical" side.

    NOTE: You may want to invest in the mapleshade products I reviewed in the "2-Channel Audio" forum. They really allow the D500se to perform at its best. A very inexpensive upgrade that was worth every penny.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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