Best CDR ?

I have a Tascam CDRW 5000 it will do regular and rewritables it has Balanced and unbalanced analog connectors and provides SPDIF, AES/EBU, and optical digitas ins and outs. In my opinion the copies that I make from my Meridian transport via an Illuminations D60 SPDIF cable are preferable to the original CD. Who could ask for more than that. The brand of CDR matters as well. I haven't tried them all, but the best I have is the TDK 700MB CDRs. Some brands actually don't sound better than the original.

The Tascam CDRW 5000 retails for 1299.00 and can be had at discount for less than 1000.00

I agree with what has been said. My advice would be similar. Stay away from consumer units (use professional only, many advantages). I currently use a Marantz CDR620 professional. It is loaded with every type of input and output including balanced digital inputs. I think this has been key for the quality of recordinds I have been producing. I use a LAT international balaced digital interconnect from my Wadia and my copies are perfect. this is a great digital ic for the price. I have found that Mitsui CDR's give the best performance with this player. Good luck.

one thing I forgat to mention about the Marantz which was a pleasnat surprise was the quality of the AD converters. VERY acceptable sound with a good input. also not a bad sounding cd player in its own right. can be had for under 1K used.

I really appreciate all the input. I guess I need to go do my homework now. I will let you know which one I end up with. Thanks again everyone.