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Ayre CX7-E vs Rega Saturn; your thoughts please

Looking to replace old, way old, Sony XA20ES. Already sold a Cambridge Azur 840c (just not my cup of tea).

Amplification: Krell s-300i
Speakers: Sonus Faber Grand Piano Home (front ported)
Cabling: Audience AU24E all around, except...
Power Cable: Shunyata Taipan Helix Alpha for the Krell.

Any, and all input is gladly welcomed.

As always, thanks!
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joe2022
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Ayre CX7 always for me. 

fsonicsmith1
101 posts
 

@joe2022 What made you revive a thirteen year old thread.

fsonicsmith1
101 posts
 

I hate to spread gossip of this nature but rumor has it that Ayre is in dire financial shape and I don’t know that it will find the same support that ARC did. 

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jafant
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Another +vote for AYRE.  Happy Listening!

tomcarr
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OP, I owned the Krell s300-i and found it to be very clear, precise and analytical. I would believe the Ayre will continue those attributes. If you want a more colorful presentation, I believe the Saturn might be a better choice.

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