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Advice on CD transport

Here’s the situation:

Am purchasing two channel integrated amp with built in DAC shortly (likely Hegel H390. Love the DAC section).  Big CD enthusiast and I’m looking for a great transport under the $1k range (used is more than acceptable).  My issue is buying a standalone transport is too rich for my blood so looking for a CD player with awesome transport. I hate paying for the DAC in it I won’t be using but such is being audio poor. 
I’ve always liked the Rega line but am wondering what anyone has found/used.  If you’ve got any helpful input without getting into DIY, please feel free to chime in. 
CJ
cjlundberg
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jafant
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cjlundberg
Consider a Hegel cd player to match the H390 integrated amp.
Happy Listening!
facten
2,972 posts
 
+1 on mesch's response, no need to get a cd player. I also have the Cambridge, use it  in my 2nd system and it is competent for the money. The other 3 have pretty good reviews as well.
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twoleftears
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Rumor has it that Schitt is working on a transport.
elevick
2,638 posts
 
2nd for the Cambridge.  Does its job very well.
tonykay
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I have two suggestions that fit your criteria, but both have built-in DACs. The first is a used Oppo 105 (just under $1K), the second is a used Pioneer BDP-09 FD (available periodically for a few hundred dollars). Either would make a great transport, and both play CDs and Blu-ray DVDs as a bonus.  
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