CD Players?

Gulfstrings
Gulfstrings Posts: 313
edited January 2010 in Electronics
New forum guy brought here by an accumulation of new Polk stuff and planning to stick around 'cause there's lots of good 'brain' in here. Right now I'm in the process of completing my 'last' system - really! I promised!

Anyway, everything is decided except a new CD player.

The short list: Onkyo DX 7555, Marantz CD 5003 and the Cambridge 340C (in this order). I'm replacing my old Denon DCD-590.

Other new stuff includes an Onkyo SR-707 and A7s at the heart of the stereo with CSi center, FXi A6 surrounds and a Pioneer BDP320 loading up the Bravia when it's show time.

Don't want to overspend for any component ... the DX 7555 fits tightly within the system's budget plan but the Marantz or Cambridge look like deals.

All help welcome with this price point spread, $350 to $600. But i could be convinced ...
Marantz AV7005
Marantz MM7055
Onkyo DX-755 CdP
Oppo BDP-93
Technics SL-1301/Shure M97xE
Polk RTi A7s
Polk CSi A6
Polk FXi A6s
Velodyne VDR10-BV
Panamax M5100-PM
Antec VERIS A/V Cooler x 2
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  • fossy
    fossy Posts: 1,378
    edited January 2010
    Welcome to the club ............there is no such thing as a "last" system
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited January 2010
    Take a look at the most recent NAD offerings.

    NAD C515BEE (MSRP $299)
    NAD C545BEE (MSRP $499)

    I've had the opportunity to listen to both and they are excellent CDPs. I could live with the C515BEE as my only CDP and never look back. However, the C545BEE is better IMO...and Spearit Sound has them as a factory refurb for $399...which I think is a great deal. I have owned both NAD and Cambridge Audio CDPs. The NADs have a more laid back sound and the CAs are more...neurtral...neither adding or taking away from what is on the disc. I happen to like the NAD sound better...but that's just me.
    "Just because you’re offended doesn’t mean you’re right." - Ricky Gervais

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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    edited January 2010
    Gulfstrings wrote: »
    Anyway, everything is decided except a new CD player.

    The short list: Onkyo DX 7555, Marantz CD 5003 and the Cambridge 340C (in this order). I'm replacing my old Denon DCD-590.

    You are in luck. Mapleshade has expanded their line of custom moded equipment, and they added the Cambridge-Audio 340C to their line.

    http://shop.mapleshadestore.com/bCambridge-340C-CD-Player-with-Ultra-Purist-Mods-_bsilver/productinfo/MOD-340C-S/
    Lumin X1 file player, Westminster Labs interconnect cable
    Sony XA-5400ES SACD; Pass XP-22 pre; X600.5 amps
    Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers; SPOD spikes

    Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on source, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
    Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
    Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables

    Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
    Three 20 amp circuits.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2010
    Man Pierre never stops does he?
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  • Gulfstrings
    Gulfstrings Posts: 313
    edited January 2010
    mightymouse -

    Received your message but can't respond due to too few posts. Will do so as soon as possible.

    Dave
    Marantz AV7005
    Marantz MM7055
    Onkyo DX-755 CdP
    Oppo BDP-93
    Technics SL-1301/Shure M97xE
    Polk RTi A7s
    Polk CSi A6
    Polk FXi A6s
    Velodyne VDR10-BV
    Panamax M5100-PM
    Antec VERIS A/V Cooler x 2
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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    edited January 2010
    hearingimpared wrote: »
    Man Pierre never stops does he?

    Apparently not. I received their latest catalog last night when I got home, and looking through it I was surprised at all the new stuff. I guess they are doing okay for a company that does not advertise, and basically survives via word of mouth.
    Lumin X1 file player, Westminster Labs interconnect cable
    Sony XA-5400ES SACD; Pass XP-22 pre; X600.5 amps
    Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers; SPOD spikes

    Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on source, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
    Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
    Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables

    Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
    Three 20 amp circuits.
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  • Erik Tracy
    Erik Tracy Posts: 4,673
    edited January 2010
    If you get lucky and AudioAdvisor still has them - they have run specials on the Cambridge Audio 640c V2 for $349. That is what I got mine for.

    H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music.
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited January 2010
    Welcome to the Club!

    The Cambridge Players are nice!
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited January 2010
    Cambridge players are pretty good..but I also like the Pioneer Elite series SACD/CD player in that price range, i.e. less than 800 dollars. Worth listening to everything mentioned above...each will have its strengths and quirks.

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited January 2010
    Hey look, this is convenient. :D

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94506

    I wish i had the money, i'd be on that asap. Looks like the Pioneer Elite will live to see another day, though.
    I don't read the newsssspaperssss because dey aaaallllllllll...... have ugly print.

    Living Room: B&K Reference 5 S2 / Parasound HCA-1000A / Emotiva XDA-2 / Pioneer BDP-51FD / Paradigm 11se MKiii

    Desk: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / ISK HD9999

    Office: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / Dynaco SCA-80Q / Paradigm Legend V.3

    HT: Denon AVR-X3400H / Sony UBP-X700 / RT16 / CS350LS / RT7 / SVS PB1000
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited January 2010
    Rotel makes great cd players. Check out the RCD-1072. Welcome to Club Polk.
    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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  • Gulfstrings
    Gulfstrings Posts: 313
    edited January 2010
    concealer404 wrote: »
    Hey look, this is convenient. :D

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94506

    I wish i had the money, i'd be on that asap. Looks like the Pioneer Elite will live to see another day, though.

    concealer404 - Yes I've been contacted by mm but unable to pm respond due to too few posts.

    This one will make seven ... I wonder if edits count ... hope this isn't frowned upon ...
    Marantz AV7005
    Marantz MM7055
    Onkyo DX-755 CdP
    Oppo BDP-93
    Technics SL-1301/Shure M97xE
    Polk RTi A7s
    Polk CSi A6
    Polk FXi A6s
    Velodyne VDR10-BV
    Panamax M5100-PM
    Antec VERIS A/V Cooler x 2
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  • Dawgfish
    Dawgfish Posts: 2,554
    edited January 2010
    Out of your three choices, I would lean towards the Marantz. They have a warm, yet detailed sound which I enjoy. The others have mentioned some nice players that are definitely worth checking out. I am using an Opera Audo Consanance CD 120 as my primary cd player and absolutely love it. It has a great sound that is close to vinyl in tone and sound. You can find these used in the price range you are looking at. If you can find one, jump on it and thank me later.
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  • daboyz
    daboyz Posts: 5,207
    edited January 2010
    At the price level were talking I'd look at a decent DAC and getting a good used source. I've had the Marantz with an Adcom DAC and it was a very nice setup. I now have a Cambridge with the Adcom DAC after I tried the stand alone cdp route.
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  • Gulfstrings
    Gulfstrings Posts: 313
    edited January 2010
    Went with the Onkyo DX7555. It was my first choice though all players mentioned - especially the Marantz - were tempting. Will post something when installed.

    Thanks for the input.

    Dave
    Marantz AV7005
    Marantz MM7055
    Onkyo DX-755 CdP
    Oppo BDP-93
    Technics SL-1301/Shure M97xE
    Polk RTi A7s
    Polk CSi A6
    Polk FXi A6s
    Velodyne VDR10-BV
    Panamax M5100-PM
    Antec VERIS A/V Cooler x 2
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  • praedet
    praedet Posts: 314
    edited January 2010
    BlueFox wrote: »
    You are in luck. Mapleshade has expanded their line of custom moded equipment, and they added the Cambridge-Audio 340C to their line.

    http://shop.mapleshadestore.com/bCambridge-340C-CD-Player-with-Ultra-Purist-Mods-_bsilver/productinfo/MOD-340C-S/
    What do you think of the modded 340C vs the 540C they also have on their site, or a 640C v2?
    HT: Ninja Master LSi9s, Ninja Master LSiC, Slightly Modded LSiFXs, Modded LSi7s, Outlaw LFM-1 EX and Polk PSW125
    Outlaw 970 Preamp, Outlaw 7700 Amp, Velodyne SMS-1, Oppo BDP-83,
    2 APC H-15s and a Panamax 5400 for good measure ;)
    Stereo: DIY Alix Music Server, DODD Audio Battery Tube Buffer, Modded DAC-60 and MF V-Link (for now), DIY Silver ICs, Battery Powered Class D SDS-254 Amp, and GR-Research N2X Speakers
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  • Erik Tracy
    Erik Tracy Posts: 4,673
    edited January 2010
    praedet wrote: »
    What do you think of the modded 340C vs the 540C they also have on their site, or a 640C v2?

    audioadvisor.com has a 640c v2 refurb for $369.

    just stirring the pot.....:p

    H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music.
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  • digitalvideo
    digitalvideo Posts: 983
    edited January 2010
    Bryston makes some good cd players.

    http://www.bryston.com/
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  • basujansa1010
    basujansa1010 Posts: 4
    edited January 2010
    hello everybody
    i am new here. so i hope everyone will welcome me by saying hi.
    by the way i also agree with erik tracy 640c v2 will be better. i am saying not best remember it. best of luck
    dodge steering rack
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited January 2010
    basujansa1010 wrote: »
    hello everybody
    i am new here. so i hope everyone will welcome me by saying hi.
    by the way i also agree with erik tracy 640c v2 will be better. i am saying not best remember it. best of luck

    Hello.

    Bye now!
    I don't read the newsssspaperssss because dey aaaallllllllll...... have ugly print.

    Living Room: B&K Reference 5 S2 / Parasound HCA-1000A / Emotiva XDA-2 / Pioneer BDP-51FD / Paradigm 11se MKiii

    Desk: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / ISK HD9999

    Office: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / Dynaco SCA-80Q / Paradigm Legend V.3

    HT: Denon AVR-X3400H / Sony UBP-X700 / RT16 / CS350LS / RT7 / SVS PB1000
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2010
    You didn't give him what he asked for. He wanted a hi. A lower case simple HI! I don't think he has the capability to understand "Hello."

    BTW post 20 reported.
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited January 2010
    Crap. Reading comprehension > me. :( I feel like a failure.
    I don't read the newsssspaperssss because dey aaaallllllllll...... have ugly print.

    Living Room: B&K Reference 5 S2 / Parasound HCA-1000A / Emotiva XDA-2 / Pioneer BDP-51FD / Paradigm 11se MKiii

    Desk: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / ISK HD9999

    Office: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / Dynaco SCA-80Q / Paradigm Legend V.3

    HT: Denon AVR-X3400H / Sony UBP-X700 / RT16 / CS350LS / RT7 / SVS PB1000
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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    edited January 2010
    Why would anybody put a link to a "dodge steering rack" in their post? Is it a spammer trying to get people to visit a virus infected site?
    Lumin X1 file player, Westminster Labs interconnect cable
    Sony XA-5400ES SACD; Pass XP-22 pre; X600.5 amps
    Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers; SPOD spikes

    Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on source, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
    Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
    Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables

    Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
    Three 20 amp circuits.
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited January 2010
    BlueFox wrote: »
    Why would anybody put a link to a "dodge steering rack" in their post? Is it a spammer trying to get people to visit a virus infected site?

    I do believe you're onto something there, Holmes. ;)
    I don't read the newsssspaperssss because dey aaaallllllllll...... have ugly print.

    Living Room: B&K Reference 5 S2 / Parasound HCA-1000A / Emotiva XDA-2 / Pioneer BDP-51FD / Paradigm 11se MKiii

    Desk: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / ISK HD9999

    Office: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / Dynaco SCA-80Q / Paradigm Legend V.3

    HT: Denon AVR-X3400H / Sony UBP-X700 / RT16 / CS350LS / RT7 / SVS PB1000
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2010
    BlueFox wrote: »
    Why would anybody put a link to a "dodge steering rack" in their post? Is it a spammer trying to get people to visit a virus infected site?

    Bingo! Some of those spammers are real douchebags.
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