How good is the Cary 308?


I'm looking at a Cary 308 for purchase. Also possible McIntosh 205 or Sony scd xa777es. Rest of system is mcCormack dna1 revA,Audio Research ls16, Vandersteen 3a sigs. Appreciate the responses.

rdale4da23
I love mine, it blew the Rega Planet 2000 that I had out the water! I also have the Cary SLI 80 tupe amp, great products!
Rdale: I have enjoyed mine. It provides for a balanced presentation of all ranges. I won't say that it's bright, but it's not warm either. Overall I'm satisfied, and I've had no reliability issues over the last 5 months.
I have compared the Cary 308 and the Rega Planet 2000 also.No contest! The Cary is just more musical all the way around.I did a comparison on audioreview and recieved hate mail from Rega Planet 2000 owners.Oh Well!!!!