Near Reference, Giant Killer CDP?

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  • venomclan
    venomclan Posts: 2,467
    edited January 2008
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    Let us know how the new PC cord works with your system and if it makes a difference. I am sure the MH would be fine as a transport. I was using my Denon 2900 as a transport with a Bel Canto Dac and was pleased with the performance. Also check out the Benchmark Dac's.
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  • unbridled_id
    unbridled_id Posts: 179
    edited January 2008
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    http://www.pacificvalve.us/index.html
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  • phuz
    phuz Posts: 2,372
    edited January 2008
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    unbridled_id wrote: »
    http://www.pacificvalve.us/index.html

    Let me say again:

    I AM NOT INTERESTED IN TUBE CD PLAYERS.

    Thanks. :D
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,640
    edited January 2008
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    Amen.
    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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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,985
    edited January 2008
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    I'm looking forward to getting the new 'budget' YBA in house. Check with member okiepolkie - last we talked he was dealer.
    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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  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 9,272
    edited January 2008
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    schwarcw wrote: »
    I have heard the Rega Apollo....


    Carl, how does the Quad compare to the Rega? I remember the Quad 99 CDP-2 being a very impressive CDP for the coin. (No tubes, redbook only). <$1500 new, ~$800 used.
    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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  • LuSh
    LuSh Posts: 887
    edited January 2008
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    Try finding a used Museatex DAC and having it 'upgraded'. It will make you rethink the entire digital process and allow you to stop thinking of 'the next upgrade'. While it is rare I do see them pop up every once in awhile. If you're after an analog signature there simply is no better DAC.
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited February 2008
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    Lexicon RT-10

    Anyone have experience with this player? I've enjoyed my budget universal + DAC for a year or so but am looking for an all in one solution now.

    There is one locally that I am talking to a guy about. Also thinking about a Marantz SA-14 locally but the guy won't come down enough on price for me. Must be SACD. I had an awesome CD player (MF 3.2) but hated not being able to play my SACDs on it as well.

    DVD playback is a bonus, but not required. I'm looking to spend $500 - $700. Any other ideas?
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • tbyrne
    tbyrne Posts: 43
    edited February 2008
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    Rega Apollo!
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,872
    edited February 2008
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    AndyGwis wrote: »
    Lexicon RT-10

    Anyone have experience with this player?
    I don't have expierience with it but it is definately one worth checking out.The reviews I've read on it are very positive and Lexicon knows how to build SOTA products.
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited February 2008
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    SOTA - State Of The Art?

    And what the hell is SOPA?

    Did I just threadjack my own threadjacking?
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,872
    edited February 2008
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    AndyGwis wrote: »
    SOTA - State Of The Art?
    Yes.
    And what the hell is SOPA?
    State Of the Purchasable Art?
    Did I just threadjack my own threadjacking?
    Yes:D
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited February 2008
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    Just as I suspected on all fronts.

    Looks like I can get this Lexicon for a good price.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • phuz
    phuz Posts: 2,372
    edited February 2008
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    AndyGwis wrote: »
    Just as I suspected on all fronts.

    Looks like I can get this Lexicon for a good price.

    Let me/us know if you get it and what you think. There is one on audiogon right now but I'm taping my clicking finger down so I don't make an offer on the darn thing...
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,640
    edited February 2008
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    I've owned a couple pieces of Lexicon but never listened to them.....that's just plain sad amd unacceptable. I'd be interested to hear some feedback as well.
    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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  • lakesailor
    lakesailor Posts: 319
    edited February 2008
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    I realize that you are looking for something a tad more gucci however If bang for the buck is your factor one of the best kept secrets out there is the Denon DVD 2900. These things typically sell for $ 200 used on Ebay and offer a separate built in SACD decoder, plus they do HDCD, and DVD Audio.

    They are on a very stable all metal chases and for $200 I don’t think you can find a better player.
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