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ArcamFJM CD36: Can it compete with newer players

A friend wants to sell his Arcam FMJ CD36 player because he is going with a computer music system. Would like to know if this model Arcam CD player could compete (or even) exceed the performance of the higher end Sony, Rega and Cambridge Audio of the last 5 to 7 years. Reviews about the the Arcam FMJ CD 36 are generally very positive, but some claim the bass is somewhat light and thin. All comments appreciated. Thanks
sunnyjim
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tls49
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If your system has a tendency to be light or thin in the bass, then it may not be a good match. Will this friend let you try the player before committing to the purchase?
sunnyjim OP
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Unfortunately, he lives about 2000 miles away. Tls49, you must have knowledge of the Arcam, but it looks like I will keep looking because thin bass is not for me.

There is Shandling 200T CD for sale on AG. It is a very attractive player and received very good reviews. However, one or two reviews claimed that the player goes into pause mode with CD's whose tracks either merge into each other or are spaced too closely.

If you know anything about this player or heard it, I will appreciate your comments.
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jafant
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Sunnyjim -

those Arcam FMJ were excellent cd players, reference quality.
Paired best w/ an Arcam receiver or processor and one will get pure musical joy. There are better power amps, I would not buy an Arcam.
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