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What CD Player can top this

Hello Audiogon Friends,

I currently have a Cal-Audio Icon Mk II without mods. I am looking for a new or used CD player that can top the Cal sound without spending a "mint"

The Integrated I have is a Krell 400 XI and Aerial 7B Speakers---

Is there a sleeper player out there that you like?

Thanks for your comments in advance!

Bob
hoffy5
aball
2,018 posts
 
I had a CAL Icon mk2 with no mods for a while. I didn't care for its soft presentation and lack of transparency. My Audio Aero Prima mk2 was significantly better in all aspects IMO and I absolutely recommend you give one a try.

Arthur
jaybo
4,478 posts
 
keep the Cal
dopogue
1,773 posts
 
Define "mint."
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dweller
3,792 posts
 
I've been using a Rega Apollo for a few months.
Ergonomics aside, it has excellent sound.
mrtennis
3,295 posts
 
the cal icon is not soft at all. i owned one and sold it.

what is it that you hope to gain by replacing the cal ?

i think the older cals are much superior--the aria and tempest, e.g. .

i also consider the audionote cd2 superior. it is my reference player. this player is mid 90's in vintage.
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