I need suggestions for a minisystem.

I own the Denon DM-50 and the transport drawer quit working after 3 months. In addition, when it was working the sonic character was very flat and pale. Maybe lifeless is a better word. I decided not to get it fixed since the sound quality was relatively poor from my point of view. Today I just use its tuner which is half way decent.

The speakers that come with this unit, Mission MS-50, are also decent. Smooth sounding and musical. Decent clarity also. These comments apply only when driven by another amplifier though.

I have listened to the Linn Classik and liked it quite a bit more. I mean quite a bit. But, it does cost much more than the Denon. Still, my advice would be to skip the vacation this year and go with the Classik. Its a safe buy. Add that little Acoustic Energy Aego speaker system and you will have a near full range high end system that will fit in a Jansport back pack. Now what could be better!

Tivoli audio has a mini system consisting of their stereo radio, subwoofer and cd player. The late Henry Kloss designed their components. The cabinets are of real wood. I own the table radio and am very pleased with it. For more imfo look at their website. www.tivoliaudio.com.

Thanks for the opinions. Both the NAD L40 Music System and theCambridge Soundworks 88CD radio are no longer available.I am considering the Linn Classik despite the cost.