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Most Analogue-like sounding Player 2k or less


I often see posts looking for the "best" 1 piece player
for 2k or less. I would like to find that special player
that sounds the most analogue as in "like a top shelf
Turntable". Very dynamic and rich but no harshness in
the highs. What's the consensus on this one? Based only
on reading done here, the Meridian, Resolution Audio CD50,
and Rega Planet come to mind. What do you all think? Remember 2k or less..
eastside_guy
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albertporter
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I agree with Maxgain, in fact the old ARC DAC 120 converters can now be bought for a few hundred dollars. You would need to purchase a nice transport if you do not already own one.

In fact, you could buy the ARC and a Sony 9000 ES SACD player. You would have CD, DVD, SACD, and a nice analog sounding converter for less than 2K.
bbakertx
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I have 3 suggestions for you. I had a hard time adjusting "upward" from my price range to yours :)

1. Sony SCD-333ES modded by Dan Wright. Unit sells for appx $400 new now, mods are also about $400.

2. Norh CD-1 tube output stage cd player. $799 shipped from Thailand. www.norh.com

3. Cary 303
piezo
304 posts
 
i agree with maxgain on the ARC cd-2, it will get you closer to analog. sounded way better that the Linn Genki to me though you need to find it used to stay under $2k.
bobspeak
21 posts
 
RESOLUTION AUDIO CD-55 (used)
YOU WILL LIKE IT
davewavaolcom
193 posts
 
ML 39 not the new one.
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