We put together an a/b test of six CD players using the same disk similair cables on a Levinson 383 has remote to choose input. Players used Anthem cd-1 rotel 990 rotel 955 rotel six disc unit and a single disk Marantz forgot the model number. Its amazing how many critics out there can point out differences in cd players listening to them on a stand alone basis. The only player that really stood out from the pack was the anthem. All players sounded good, but would challenge anyone to a/b six players of different price ranges back to back and get all six correct. Its like wine tasting I've met very few that can pick in a blind tasting. Good luck
Decent CD Players
I'm in the midst of putting together a 2 channel system. I have listened to a lot of CD players and I don't think that any players, regardless of price, have really met my ideal. I'm looking for a player that is transparent, has good timing (is not slow as some players seem to be), clear midrange, good bass, good staging and handles the highs well. The budget is around $1,500.
I won't bore you with all of the players I have listed to, but here are two players that could serve as a benchmark. I would say that Arcam's CD92 is pretty clear but not that engaging. The player is dull. I have not listened to the FMJ CD23 but understand that is similar to the 92. The Musical Fidelity A3 is fairly decent but still fails overall. If I had the financial resources, I suppose that I would purchase a Meridian 508.24. This is not much info to go on, but do you have any recommendations?
I won't bore you with all of the players I have listed to, but here are two players that could serve as a benchmark. I would say that Arcam's CD92 is pretty clear but not that engaging. The player is dull. I have not listened to the FMJ CD23 but understand that is similar to the 92. The Musical Fidelity A3 is fairly decent but still fails overall. If I had the financial resources, I suppose that I would purchase a Meridian 508.24. This is not much info to go on, but do you have any recommendations?
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