NAD 545, Cambridge 640C, or Rotel 1072 CDP

PSOVLSK
PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
edited July 2010 in Electronics
I'm impatiently waiting on a Rotel 1072, but I've come across the NAD and the Cambridge for what seem to be good prices. Looking at a few old threads, it seems as though the Cambridge might be a better choice than the NAD with my LSi15's. A Cambridge just listed on a-gon for $250 which seems like a good price.

On a side note, I've e-mailed a guy 4 times about a Rotel on the Chicago craigslist and haven't heard back from him. Even offered him full price with me paying shipping...still no reply. Made a fair offer (IMO) on the Rotel on a-gon, but it was refused.

I've upped the budget a bit since my previous CDP vs DAC thread. $250-350.

Any thoughts appreciated.
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited July 2010
    Not trying to be a smart @ss but what is your question?
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited July 2010
    If your not getting a response from craigslist i would move on personally. I own a 1072 and it's a nice player but none of that matters if a seller will not respond.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
    edited July 2010
    NewHTguy wrote: »
    Not trying to be a smart @ss but what is your question?

    :D Don't really have one. Just looking for opinions about how these three players compare, especially from people who have them. For example, maybe a few people have heard all three players and their advice is to be patient and wait on a Rotel.

    Basically I'm pretty ignorant when it comes to dedicated CDP's and after lots of research I've maybe narrowed it down to these three, but I want to make the right decision.

    I'm including my sig this time so that you can see the related equipment in my 2-channel rig.
    TouchOfEvil wrote: »
    If your not getting a response from craigslist i would move on personally. I own a 1072 and it's a nice player but none of that matters if a seller will not respond.

    I agree. I last e-mailed on Saturday or Sunday, but I won't be sending another one. Great deal for someone in the Chicago area though.
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  • Erik Tracy
    Erik Tracy Posts: 4,673
    edited July 2010
    I've got a Cambridge 640c v2 - nice CDP. Dual Wolfson DACs - great imaging & soundstage. Spacious sound.

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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited July 2010
    Did you try this guy Paul ?

    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?dgtlplay&1282352855&/Rotel-RCD-1072-
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
    edited July 2010
    thsmith wrote: »
    Did you try this guy Paul ?

    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?dgtlplay&1282352855&/Rotel-RCD-1072-

    Yes. I offered $350 shipping included, but he rejected the offer. Not a lowball offer, but definitely understandable that he turned it down.

    I'm very tempted to get the Cambridge 640 for $250. If I didn't like it or just decided that I wanted to try something else, I'd probably be able to get most of my money back.
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  • Erik Tracy
    Erik Tracy Posts: 4,673
    edited July 2010
    PSOVLSK wrote: »
    Yes. I offered $350 shipping included, but he rejected the offer. Not a lowball offer, but definitely understandable that he turned it down.

    I'm very tempted to get the Cambridge 640 for $250. If I didn't like it or just decided that I wanted to try something else, I'd probably be able to get most of my money back.

    Precisely.

    If you have the budget and the time/patience - you can try stuff by getting used stuff from audiogon and if it doesn't suit you, move it on, and try something else.

    Keep your eyes open for a 640c v2 - I got mine 'new' from Audio Advisor for $369 (well, plus shipping).

    These pop up on audiogon from time to time as well.

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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
    edited July 2010
    The Cambridge I was looking at on a-gon was listed last night and it's already sold.:(
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  • Erik Tracy
    Erik Tracy Posts: 4,673
    edited July 2010
    PSOVLSK wrote: »
    The Cambridge I was looking at on a-gon was listed last night and it's already sold.:(

    Patience is a virtue, but sometimes you miss out ;)

    There will be more.....

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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 18,070
    edited July 2010
    So your passing up the 1072 for $50?? I say ask the guy whats the best he can do and pay it.. JMO..
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited July 2010
    TOOLFORLIFEFAN wrote: »
    So your passing up the 1072 for $50?? I say ask the guy whats the best he can do and pay it.. JMO..

    Can't disagree as they normally sell for over $400 and suprise it has been listed for 24 days.
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited July 2010
    thsmith wrote: »
    Can't disagree as they normally sell for over $400 and suprise it has been listed for 24 days.


    The one near me for $275 hasn't sold yet either.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
    edited July 2010
    TOOLFORLIFEFAN wrote: »
    So your passing up the 1072 for $50?? I say ask the guy whats the best he can do and pay it.. JMO..

    I've upped my budget to about the max, but your post made me think a little bit. Actually I may be passing it up for less than $50. Thanks Tool. You kind of made me think about the obvious.

    Leroy, that's the guy that won't respond to my e-mails. Don't if he's not getting them or if he is just opposed to shipping just isn't letting me know.
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited July 2010
    +1, what Larry said.

    My experience on audiogon...is one in which I usually try to meet the buyer's price as closely as I can...and this usually means that I, also, wait for a 'good price...then jump on it. So far I haven't been disappointed.

    cnh
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited July 2010
    I have the Cambridge 740C which should sound similar to the 640C and I am happy with it. In the past audioadvisor had the 640C at $350 on clearance. That would give you full warranty. Just a thought.
    Good luck and don't rush. The hunt for a good deal can be part of the fun.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
    edited July 2010
    Went ahead and bought the Rotel I've had my eye on. It's really the player I wanted, I just needed Larry and Tracy to open my eyes. Fact is, I almost passed it up for about $25, not $50.

    I checked the audioadvisor website and there doesn't appear to be any more 640C's on clearance. Suppose I should have called, but...I didn't. It would have been new, under warranty, free shipping and less than the Rotel. Would have been a TOUGH decision if there were still any in stock.

    Thanks for all the replies. You guys really gave me a lot to think about and your opinions were obviously helpful.

    Paul
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited July 2010
    Heck, at that price you can't go wrong. Congrats!
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited July 2010
    Congrats Paul. That player is well worth the money you have spent, and you will enjoy it for years to come!
    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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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,384
    edited July 2010
    The Rotel arrived today. Perfect condition...truly looks new. But the real test of course is, "How does it sound?" I'm happy to say that I have no regrets. I'm not too good at describing what I hear, but the sound is more open, the highs are...better, and the bass is a tad tighter compared to my PS3. Thanks again to Larry and Tracy for giving me the nudge to go ahead and buy it.
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