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What CDP gets really close to vinyl?

Hello, I have been looking for a CD player that is truly airy, transparent, and in this sense similar to vinyl. So far I did not have much luck. I tried a variety of brands, from Rega to Meridian to Ayre, and now own an EAR Acute. Each of these players is wonderful in its own way, but the sense of spaciousness, air, the "I am there in the symphony hall" feeling has never achieved what I can get with a good turntable and good cart. Has anyone had better luck?
ggavetti
tmsorosk
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I use Ayres top player . When we want a more analog feel we run it into the Levinson DAC . I won't say it sounds like a turntable but it's as close to it as I have heard from a digital rig . With digital like this who needs vinyl .
audiofeil
4,011 posts
 
Mrt, be assured you have absolutely no influence over anything I do, read, or say.

Like all reviewers, you are nothing more than entertainment.
muralman1
1,527 posts
 
Audiofeil, I will take you up on that challenge! You will lose. Of course you have to come here, or, pay my fare to wherever you are... hades, I assume.
muralman1
1,527 posts
 
Audiofeil, I will take you up on that challenge! You will lose. Of course you have to come here, or, pay my fare and shipping of my system to wherever you are.
audiofeil
4,011 posts
 
>>03-21-11: Tmsorosk
With digital like this who needs vinyl<<

When you hear a real honest kick a** vinyl front end, you'll get it.

Until then, enjoy your bytes.

Digital has made terrific advancements in the past 5 years or so. However, a SOTA analog front end is still clearly superior. You're welcome to stop by for a listen.
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