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Need recommendation for CD transport (not Cambridge)

I’m trying out the Cambridge CXC transport, and so far, have not been happy with it.
It mistracks (skips) at the end of CDs (which I assume is just my unit, maybe it’s not a design flaw).
But, also, it’s not programmable and it interacts noisily with my Gungnir Multibit (Yes, I understand the Gungy is noisy by itself, but the pause control on the Cambridge exacerbates the problem.)
So, I’ll probably return the Cambridge if I can find another one, not too expensive with better features.
Any recommendations?
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rvpiano OP
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I didn’t realize it was a “ slot machine” until a couple of days ago.
Probably  wouldn’t have influenced my decision to buy anyway. The deal was too good.
I’ve read some very good reviews of ithe Cyrus on British sites.
Hopefully it plays at least as good as the Cambridge, which has great sound, but too many drawbacks.e

lordcloud
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My Musical Fidelity is slot loaded. I haven't run into any big issues, beyond the occasional disc being in the machine but not loading. 

I'd prefer a top loader, but I don't mind the slot.
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Just got the Cyrus transport.
At first hearing, it’s more detailed than the Cambridge and has better bass.
It’s a pleasure to be able to program a selection instead of creeping up to it.
And, blessedly, there is  no noise in the pause position, and no mistracking.
So far, a happy result.

Thanks, Itzhak, for the tip!
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Happy that you found what you are looking for the Cyrus is definitely better than the Cambridge.
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Itzhak,

Thank you.  I’m very happy with it.
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