Bryston BCD-3
Time For a CD Player Upgrade
I've been using a Rega Saturn Mk 2. I recently upgraded my turntable to the Mark Levinson 5105 w/ the Ortofon Quintet Black S. In comparison my CD's are sounding overly bright. Any thoughts on a comparable upgrade to my CD listening? My budget is about $4000-5000, new or used. The Hegel Viking looks interesting. Any recommendation for an upgrade will be appreciated.
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+1 for the Ayre CD player... I have the Ayre_CX-7eMP. When launched, it was a "Class A" CD player (Stereophile magazine). I love it and have no need for a separates (DAC + Transport). Today they sell for very little (relative to your budget), if you can find one - usually ~$2k. . A non-MP version is currently on AG for $700 (asking price - 3rd PRICE DROP Ayre Acoustics CX-7e For Sale | Audiogon). Prior to a purchase, a quick call to Ayre will confirm the cost of an upgrade to the "MP" version, including a full bench-test. At that point you know what it would take to have an up-to-date, reliable, and serviceable unit (at a pretty low cost). Mine is not for sale, and I am not connected with the above mentioned offer. Good luck with your decision... |
Last fall I paid $4200 for a clean, hardly used Marantz SA-10 cd,... player from TMR. It has a variety of setting adjustment options that might come in handy depending upon the system it is paired with, the preferences of the user, and the hearing acuity of that user. Just another idea. Good luck in your search. |
As a long time user of cd players and someone who does not care for pc audio or streaming I would advise you to choose a player from brands that are still making and service them. Than, I would look for established brands that are known for making good digital products. So, Accuphase,Ayre Burmester,Dcs, Esoteric, Meridian, Metronome.would be on my list. Unfortunately, only the Ayre is made in the Us and others cost much more than in Europe or In Asia, so the sh is probably the best option |
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