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CDP Recommendations under $700

So, it's time to upgrade my CD player. I am particularly considering a Rotel 1072 but am also considering Cambridge Audio, NAD, Arcam, and Rega.

Components are Outlaw Audio RR2150 and B&W 683's.

Any suggestions/opinions?

Thanks in advance.
nicodemix
nicodemix OP
90 posts
 
Thank you to all who have replied. Your help is greatly appreciated. :)
nicodemix OP
90 posts
 
Im not sure if it matters a whole lot when it comes to CDP's but I aminly listen to prog rock and metal.

I' ve narrowed my short list down to:

Rotel 1072
Jolida JD100a
Rega Apollo

or if I suddenly dont feel like shelling out the cash for minimal sonic difference, a NAD 542.
adam18
670 posts
 
I am extremely happy with my Rotel RCD-1072. Extremely musical, with all types of tunes. It works beautifully within my system (click on, and check it out.)
Good Luck, and Happy Listening !!
bondmanp
1,804 posts
 
FWIW, before you go for the NAD542, see if you can find a Rotel RCD-02 used. I compared these two CDPs and ended up with the Rotel. Not my last CDP, but it has served me well for 6 years. My review, which includes my thoughts on the NAD, is in the review section of Audio Asylum. That said, spending more than the $350 or so that this player goes for used (your budget is twice as much) should get you better performance.
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