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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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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
19,601 posts
 

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.

tomcarr
1,504 posts
 

Just noticed this post started in 2009 😖

mrbanker32
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I'm about to pull the trigger on a new cd player. Comments please. 

 

1. New Rega Saturn MK3 or a used Ayre Cx-7mp? 

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