Hello Mike,
The Apollo is a fine CD player. I like its unique design, its transport mechanism, and the fact that it uses its own software.
However, its character is something I would summarize as being dark and flat. Although it is difficult to argue its ability to get ones foot tapping in the right system; it's dark persona combined with a relatively flat dynamic range and general lack of refinement won't serve your system well.
Despite their puny size, the Arro's are lively speakers that can convey copious levels of acoustic energy. I say, treat them to a linear source that will bring out the best in what your current crop of gear can do.
The Rega Apollo is good, no doubt, but in my opinion - its not where you should be looking.
The Apollo is a fine CD player. I like its unique design, its transport mechanism, and the fact that it uses its own software.
However, its character is something I would summarize as being dark and flat. Although it is difficult to argue its ability to get ones foot tapping in the right system; it's dark persona combined with a relatively flat dynamic range and general lack of refinement won't serve your system well.
Despite their puny size, the Arro's are lively speakers that can convey copious levels of acoustic energy. I say, treat them to a linear source that will bring out the best in what your current crop of gear can do.
The Rega Apollo is good, no doubt, but in my opinion - its not where you should be looking.