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Absolute Best CD Players Out There Under $12k ?

Ok, I'm looking to upgrade my CD Player. It's the last part of my uber-headphone system and I'm hoping to get the best player possible for under $12k used. I know that affords me alot of options, and I imagine I'll do some travelling and testing before I buy, but I wanted some opinions first. Right now, these are the main ones I'm considering:

*Reimyo CDP-777
*Linn Sondek CD12
*Naim CDS3/XPS2
*Wadia 270/27
*Wadia 861se w/Statement mod from GNSC
*Meridian 808
*EMM Labs Meitner CDSD/Dac6
*Esoteric DV-50 with full mods from Reference Audio Mods
*Classe Omega SACD

I'm not so much into characteristics - the overall performance is more important for me. But I do need a player with great bass (both in extension, detail, and volume) as my headphones are a bit bass shy. Any reviews/comparisons would be much appreciated.
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joperfi
21 posts
 
Jfz, I concur 100% about Norm. I'd like to know everthing he's forgotten in this hobby.
busypk
26 posts
 
Jfz/Joperfi: Wouldn't you want to hear from people who "actuallY" heard Tbg's system and see what they have to say? We all have our own bias and I bet you will find someone who heard it say it was not their cup of tea.
jfz
570 posts
 
Busypk: Of course!! I have no idea why you would assume what I said would preclude that. I feel quite the opposite: it would be another great piece of information.
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Busypk, would that not be true of everyone? Please remember that I make no such claim.
judy426
228 posts
 
Listening for yourself requires a good ear and hard work. Some just prefer to follow the leader and go with the flavor of the day hoping the leader knows what he is doing. This is frequently not the case.
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