I have a Musical Fidelity A3 integrated amp and PSB 5T speakers. Any advive on a cd player under 1000.00? Im thinking about the rega planet 2000 or maybe sticking with MF and going with the matching A3 CD player.
I run a Planet in my system and love it. Rega has it's own "sound" though, I can only describe as dithered. Sam Tellig sure seems to like the MF gear in his Sam's Space column. I know MF is similar to Rega in that they have there own "sound". If you like your A3 integrated, chances are you'll be pleased with the A3 CD. I would think they were designed to have a certain synergy together. Smashing fit and finish as well.
I have the A3 integrated,a Pioneer Elite PD 65,and Alon II speakers.For the money,I prefer the PD 65.I have owned a NAD and a Denon 1650,and run it in this system.You will save $500,if you shop carefully,over the price of the A3CD.
I have the x-ray and love it. I'm told it's very similar to the A3. Also remember you get 30 days to try it at home through Audio Advisor. I'm lucky enough to have an understanding dealer so when I got the X-ray I took it to my favorite dealer for comparisons. Good luck. From what I've read you can't go wrong either way. Like Creeper said the MF should go well with your other MF gear.
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