need a dedicated cd player
comet91
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my buget is about 1000.00 so lets here some recommendation
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A little more info would helpful. Tubes, SS or both? What about HDCD and upsampling? 2 channel or multi-channel? Single disc or spinner? What gear will it be connected to?Political Correctness'.........defined
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singal disc hdcd it will be for 2 channel threw a rotel rsp 1066 the amp is a rotel rb 1080 and the speakers are linn keilidh.
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Bada HD-22 is 499 and has stellar reviews http://pacificvalve.us/BDHD22.htmlGod shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. - Romans 5:8
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In addition to the Bada, a number of folks like the Rotel 1072, although I've never heard it. Also the Music Hall 25.2 has a following and I pretty sure it does HDCD.
Any chance of getting a listen to some players in your area?Political Correctness'.........defined
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i think i get a chance to linsten to the rotel maybe they will let me demo it home
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With a CC deposit, any shop should let you take a piece home. If you're not opposed to buying used, take a look on Audiogon. Plently of good deals to be found there.Political Correctness'.........defined
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comet91 wrote:my buget is about 1000.00 so lets here some recommendation
Did you check out the flea market here on the forum? There's a superb Consonance CD120 for sale. Excellent piece, at an excellent price. Reviews are also listed. If interested let me know. You would be hard pressed to find a better player at that price point & even higher."2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
I have the RCD 1072 from Rotel. It's a great cd player.Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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You can get an Underwood modified Onix CD-5 for about $750 to $850 depending upon the level of upgrade. It also keeps its 3 year warranty.
For stock, Onix is blowing out their CD3's for $699 as they are moving their warehouse.Review Site_ (((AudioPursuit)))
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I'd be looking at:
-Rotel RCD-1072
-Music Hall 25.2
-Ah! Njoe Toeb
-Rega Apollo
-Cambridge 840A
-Marantz SA8001
Don't sweat "HDCD" compatability, HDCD's sound great on standard redbook players.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 -
I would add Arcam CD73T to the above list.-izafar
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ok i got to do some listening today at the hi fi shop with the rotel 1072 and rega apollo. the rotel seem to have more bass it sounded kind of boomy and the appollo sounded more pleasant more warm. is there anything else like the appollo out there
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Not much under a $1000. It's my understanding that the Apollo is head of the class at its pricepoint. I don't know if it's been mentioned, but the Music Hall 25.2 has somewhat of a warmer presentation. I believe you will find the same desired traits in the Ah! Njoe Toeb w/upsampler.
The Arcam is also a stellar unit, but for different reasons. Detail retrieval and pace is thru the roof and as such, can be a very exciting piece.I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore -
If you're not that interested in HDCD, that opens up a lot of other options.Political Correctness'.........defined
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OK maybe I'm not that interest in the hdcd. i like the way the Apollo sounded my dealer let me take my time when i listened to them he just left me in room a told me to do some listening both cdp where hooked up in the same system so i had a nice a/b comparison
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The Apollo is the "new & improved" Planet. Getting good reviews so far...if you're wanting a warmer sound, the Ah! might be the ticket--it's tubed.
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An internet buzz is building on this Onkyo single-disc CD player.
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Just receiced my Ah! 4000 today,upsampler,pc,etc, jan phillips tubes,although I've only listened to a couple of songs,it seems to have smoother highs,liquid mids. Granted I need more listening time,the good thing about it is,,I paid 600.00 shipped,used, but it seems to be worth every penny,,just my .02 worth
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Congrats George!! That's one helluva price!I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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Thanks,, I felt that I was struggling with my source(Rotel 965 bx) that I purchased new in 92,,,having done just about everything that I could to my 2.3's,caps,tweets,binding post,aquiring new amps,tube pre. The top end seemed somewhat grainy,,,after only a few songs the AJ seemed to be smoother in the highs,and that tubey,liquid,almost velvet type of midrange seemed to be more present,,,ah,, it just sounds better to me,,I think that I'm finished with that system,, time to enjoy JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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Comet... here's one without the upsampler, if you're interested. While George's is the lowest price I have ever seen for one with the upsampler, I have to say ditto on this one without the upsampler. The only reason this may have not moved yet is because he doesn't take Paypal and he has one negative feedback.
http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?dgtlplay&1176069769
Usually these last a couple of hours tops on the 'gon -- at a higher price. It may be worth your time to at least contact the seller. All other upgrades are included it seems.
edit: he doesn't mention the stabilizer or shoesI never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore -
That is a great deal you got on the Ah! George! When I had my Ah! I tried it without the upsampler and quickly put it back in. It is a worthy addition. My fav tubes in it were the Ediswan 6922's.Salk SoundScape 8's * Audio Research Reference 3 * Bottlehead Eros Phono * Park's Audio Budgie SUT * Krell KSA-250 * Harmonic Technology Pro 9+ * Signature Series Sonore Music Server w/Deux PS * Roon * Gustard R26 DAC / Singxer SU-6 DDC * Heavy Plinth Lenco L75 Idler Drive * AA MG-1 Linear Air Bearing Arm * AT33PTG/II & Denon 103R * Richard Gray 600S * NHT B-12d subs * GIK Acoustic Treatments * Sennheiser HD650 *
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george daniel wrote:Just receiced my Ah! 4000 today,upsampler,pc,etc, jan phillips tubes,although I've only listened to a couple of songs,it seems to have smoother highs,liquid mids. Granted I need more listening time,the good thing about it is,,I paid 600.00 shipped,used, but it seems to be worth every penny,,just my .02 worth
George, how about a review when you get it settled in? I'd love to hear your impressions on the Ah! This player has peaked my interest for a couple of years...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 -
The REGA plant or Apollo sounds .....SSSupreme !! I heard a (planet) on a set of Green mountains before and after a Denon ....I GOTTA GIT ME ONE OF DOSSSE !!! (Will Smith):cool: " He who dies with the most equipment wins Right ? "
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well i just pick up my Music Hall 25.2 today I'm liking the way it sound so far
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I have the Rega Apollo, and I know I am waaaaaaaay late on this thread.
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comet91 wrote:well i just pick up my Music Hall 25.2 today I'm liking the way it sound so far
Good choice! Enjoy...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
