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Used, $1500 and not Oppo...

I'm going to need a new CD player (and not interested in streaming) in the near future. I already have an Oppo BDP-95 (that will stay in my HT) and although it sounds good, it's kind of boring... just something about it that robs the music of the emotion. Also have an analog rig, so that's kind of my reference.

So, what would you buy for $1500 used that is not an Oppo?
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metralla
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I'd buy a NEW Sony SCD-5400ES for $1500 - long break in time, but well worth the wait. They are available at the Sony on-line store if you have trouble locating a dealer with stock.

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jfz
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Having owned both the Oppo 95 and Modwright-modified Oppo 105, I would get the Oppo you own modified by Modwright. Either that or get a used Denon, modified by either Modwright or Exemplar. I believe the used, modified option would allow you to find something excellent for maybe well under $1500.
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ozzy
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If you can tweak your budget a little higher,I have seen used Cary 306 SACD go in the $2000+ range.
That is what I am using for serious 2 channel listening.
My Oppo 95 is used just for Movies.
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