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Opinions of Lexicon RT-20 for Audio Only

Hello - I currently have a number of separates in my system that I'd like to consolidate. Currently, I use a Denon 3910 (stock) for MultiChannel SACD/DVD-A and a Music Hall Maverick (stock) for RBCD and 2-Channel SACD. I've got my eyes on a Lexicon RT-20 and the reviews that I read sound great, but they are few and far between. So, I'm reaching out to my fellow audiogoners for opinions on whether I'd be taking a step forward or backward if making this move. I realize everyone's ears are different, but I don't have the luxury of being able to trial the RT-20 before buying so I am forced to bank on popular opinion as my leading criteria. Also, I'm worried strictly about Audio performance, not video.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

-Ben
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psacanli
535 posts
 
For Redbook Cd the Lexicon RT-20 is surprisingly good.
Dynamic, very musical and detailed. I have found it responds 'very' favorably to AC power conditioning confirming its basically very good design. I think it's a 'sleeper'--better than given credit for. I use a ref Spectral system with top line MIT PCs, conditioning, I/Cs and speaker cables and the RT-20, as I have it configured, sounds exceptionally good. For the used prices I see it is truly a "no-brainer" and Lexicon service is as good as you'll get near anywhere.
jylee
306 posts
 
I've considered RT-20 for more than one occasion in the past, but I wasn't able to audition the unit and I didn't find informative reviews so ultimately I passed on it. I'd love to hear about any comparison with other comparable players. Psacanli, what did you compare RT-20 with?
niles300z
18 posts
 
Well. I agree. Not much owner reviews going on. I have here an RT-10 and I think it sounds great on redbook using analog outs of which there are two. This may be a Marantz design, but I got a great deal so I'm thrilled. I think it bests any NAD player i have had which are my other favorites. But I also haven't tried too many high end players..Rega, Meridian, or Cambridge's best. I love this one, pacy, lively, and mostly mellow except for maybe the slightest touch of hash on some essses. 
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jafant
19,666 posts
 
One more vote for the RT-20. It does SACD/DVD-A very well.
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jafant
19,666 posts
 
The Marantz DV-9600  is excellent as well.
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