Review: Audio Aero Prima cd CD Player

Category: Digital

Finally! Done. This was the last piece of my audio system upgrade. (I'm replacing a Micromega Stage 2 cdp) I know I did it backwards, but timing, good deals, and a little serendipity, had a lot to do with my source material being the last of my upgrades. Not really the recommended way to go, but hey... Well, guys, it worked out perfectly. This CDP is probably the best thing out there, not only for the price, but twice the price and maybe even more. It's, believe it or not, probably 90% of its' big brother, the Captiale, and they share many of the exact qualities. The Prima matches up beautifully with my YBA. Truly, a perfect match. The Passion, also, being a sweet, but ass kicking ss. With the Cardas GR, we have total synergy. This is one seductive, sensual, sweet cdp. Saxes, violins, tinging hi-hats/cymbals are soft and finely detailed. Instrumental texture is world class with great bass punch/slam. The tube benefits along with great clarity, speed and texture really enhance the sonic bloom of all instruments. Vocals are intimate and sweet. The treble is so tube like, it's amazing. Delicately soft, but not at the expense of extension. The word sweet keeps coming up. I haven't had this baby long, but I'm still freaking out. Everytime I hear another CD, I flip. The soundstaging is detailed and deep.
I waited for a long time to get this baby. It is back ordered and will be very hard to find. Audio Aero is giving more priority to their Capitale, ($9000) which is also a long wait. I bought it new, obviously. Hard to find, but I can turn you on to the guy I bought mine. This is one CDP that is well worth the wait. I am not an easy guy to please, but this baby is absolutely incredible. And it's only $2200. (can be found, nicely discounted, though) Thanks for listening. Email me with particulars if you don't want to post. warren

Associated gear
Revel M20s
Sistrum Mini Monitor Platform support system
Cardas GR ICs
Lat International speaker cable and power cords
Audio Magic Stealth
YBA Passion Integre
Sunfire Architectural Subwoofer
Sistrum rack support systems for Passion and Prima
Wood rack supported with Audiopoints