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Resolution Audio Opus vs. Audio Aero Capitole MKII

I'd thought I made up my mind about getting a new CD player. I want something....more than I have. Currently I'm running a Theta Carmon into a Theta Casanova. I was going to upgrade to the Casablanca II with superior dacs but I'm not sure if that is going to get me much further along.

Anyway, from what I've heard these two players are the or among the most analog pleasant sounding CD players out there. I know I can order the Opus 21 and send it back if I don't like it, but I hate doing that.

I know I can buy the Capitole online for $4500 and sell it the next week for what I paid for it. I think the $3500 for the Opus is a good deal though. Especially if you think about the fact that it is direct and thus no 100% dealer markup.

I don't think I have either player in my area to test out.
busaganashi
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wellfed
690 posts
 
Mes,

I have not heard the Meitner DAC, however considering its pedigree, I am sure it is quite impressive.

Peerless is an absolute term that is impossible to defend without having heard all of the competition. Have you had the opportunity to listen to an Audio Synthesis DAX Discrete? If the Meitner sounds better than the Audio Synthesis on Redbook it may very well be peerless.

In any case, these are pretty exciting days for digital sound reproduction, as well as for NHL and NBA fans. Throw in the NFL draft this coming weekend and we might be approaching overload. Life is good.
streetdaddy
349 posts
 
A used opus does exist. I sold mine a few months ago for $2100 i think
mes
393 posts
 
I never speak in absolutes. And fundamentally I don't feel there is a basis to anything.
platsolos
90 posts
 
I have never seen an opus for sale. I heard there was one a month or so ago, but it was seen at 3am and by 8am the listing was gone.

I am assuming the seller got bombarded with emails, but maybe not, who really knows? Streetdaddy...was that you?
busaganashi OP
32 posts
 
I got an email about a used one and it was for $3000. I'd prefer to buy it new at that price. If anyone is interested though the person responded to my wanted ad for the Opus 21.

I spoke to RA and they said the Opus 21 is back in stock in two weeks, but I'm still having a hard time deciding. To be honest I think either way I'll have a great player and any differences are probably more than my meager listening skills can determine. :)
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