I bought a used CAL Audio CL-10 for around $400 on eBay two years ago and, as Sammie points out, the sound is terrific and the build quality is outstanding. It's used mostly for parties but it is just fine for critical listening too. Last month, I picked up a used CAL CL-5 for my home office (same form factor as the CL-10 but no HDCD decoding and a different internal DAC, I believe) and paid just $150 on eBay. Not as sweet sounding as the CL-10, but the detail and imaging are quite good and it too exhibits rock solid construction.
Best Sounding Red Book CD Changer Under $400
Just checking to see if anyone has a recommendation on a red book CD player (it can play SACD, but that is not necessary) that has a 5 (or so) CD carousel. Just trying to get good detail, extension, and imaging without harshness. Preferrably new, but used is worth considering. Sony, Denon, Marantz, others? Thanks for any advice.
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