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Variable analog output cdp under $800 used?

Alright I'm looking for a variable analog output player to connect straight to my amps without using a preamp for now.

I would prefer a tube player, but SS is ok also.

My amps will be Cary slam 100 mono's or Manley snapper mono's, whatever I can find a good deal on first.

I'm working with a $800 budget for the source

Thanks
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tpreaves
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Look at Cary CDP-1, will matchup with you amps and they sound great, I own one and use it with a tubed integrated. There is one for sale now here on A'gon, no it's not mine.
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stanwal
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If you don't find one you could get an external volume control such as the Creek, I paid $150 for mine and use it with my video system. It would require an extra cable but likely will be better made than an internal volume control.
eldartford
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Get a new Oppo for 1/4 the money.
jrinkerptdnet
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I would look for something with an analog volume control. Resolution Audio CD50 or CD55 come to mind ... also several Dynaco players had analog volume controls and were quite good. I think they were CDV-1, CDV-2 and CDV-Pro but not sure.
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