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CDP with volume and digital input...Which one?

I am currently searching for this kind of CDP.I've narrowed down to few:

1.Wadia 861 SE, 581, 850 or 860.
2.Resolution Audio Opus 21+GNSC mods
3.DcS P8i
4.One not in this group, but also considered is Njoe Tjoeb 4000+all upgrades.
5.Cambridge Audio 840C (no volume is a minus)
6.Mark Levinson 390S

I have very big and sensitive speakers, full range(Silverline Sinfonia).Also 320B XLS SET monos (15 W/ch).CDP will be connected directly to 320B XLS power amps.
I need dynamics, punch, great bass and a lot of it,also smooth but extended top end and natural midrange...
Listening to heavy metal mostly,also jazz, female vocals.
Has anyone heard any of these players in A/B comparisons?
Which one is the best overall,and which one is a best buy?
Thanks
audiobb
ls6454
5 posts
 
Cary 306-200 or 300-200 w/volume control option
priz
49 posts
 
I previously owned the Cary 306/200 and Wadia 861 with the GNS Statement upgrade as well as the APL modded 3910.

I currently own the Accuphase DP 500 (redbook only) and it is a great player. Built like the Wadia (superb) with a very non-digital musical presentation. Great dynamics (micro and macro), and bass. The mids are very neutral and the highs extended but not at all bright.

I play a lot of rock but not heavy metal and also use very sensitive speakers (Zu Audio Definition MK2)

I would certainly include the Accuphase to your list.

Good luck!

Jim
audiobb OP
103 posts
 
Thanks guys.

Priz,try to make an objective comparison as you obviously have the experience needed.

1.Wadia 861 (GNS Statement) vs. Cary 306/200 vs. Accuphase DP 500?
The areas for comparisons -
1. Bass (depth, tightness, speed, and dynamics of the double bass pedal)
2.Midrange (clarity, natural-sounding, vocal performance, timbre)
3.Treble (extension, smoothnes, and non-etched)
4.Soundstage
5.Non-digital (but without losing clarity,resolution and frquency extremes)

I will connect my player to 320B XLS SET thru Gabriel Gold Revelation IC cables, and both are extremely natural, relaxed and analog-like.I don't want a player that sacrifices dynamics or bass output.If my system is going to be weak anywhere, it could only be those areas.That's why dynamics and bass speed and impact are very important.

Since 306/200 outperforms 303/200, i will add 306/200 on my list.And Accuphase DP 500 too.Does Accuphase DP 500 have volume control?
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