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ARC CD-2, dac or player upgrade?

I've had an ARC CD-2 for years and although it is a very nice player, I was wondering whether an inexpensive newer dac or even a newer player altogether would be an improvement. Is there anything out there for <<$1000 new or used that would beat the ARC player? I would even consider a mod at this point. Thanks for your input.
jc4659
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hedgehog
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You might consider contacting Great Northern Sound and discussing your wants/needs with them. Their first level upgrade runs $750, which is below your budget...just might get you where you want to go.
jc4659 OP
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Yes, I am running balanced outputs to the pre. I thought GNSC didn't modify ARC players. Do you know anyone who had their ARC player modified by GNSC?
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hedgehog
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No, I just assumed that they worked on everything ARC... I'm glad you brought that up, I was looking at buying a pre-owned CD-2 for modification. I just checked their website, and it isn't listed under their "Package Mod's". Says they perform "Custom Mod's" as well...worth double-checking.
jc4659 OP
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Hedgehog,
I'd be very interested in knowing what Steve H. at GNSC says about mods for the cd-2. Thanks. BTW, I tried one of herbies cd mats and the cd-2 would not play properly. wondering if the transport needs re-alignment.
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