C542 vs. C541i

I haven't heard them side by side personally but from reading some of the British reviews, the only significant difference (well relatively anyway) is that the 542 has better bass than the 541i. You need a good system to notice the difference in most cases.

Other than that, everything else is very subtle.

I do agree with Andy2 on the difference between the 2 players.

By the way, I'm also looking to upgrade my 14 year old cd player. I kinda out of luck, because while returning to buy the C541i most places are sold out... I really don't wanna buy the C542 ($). Does anyone have a new one for sale?

Thanks.

Litsa ;-)

Litsa123: Try DMC electronics. It may still have some in stock. You can search on the web for the phone number. It is in the Los Angeles area. I bought many things there and I couldn't have asked for better service.

By the way, I am not the owner or in anyway related to DMC electronics.

If you are looking for an NAD 541i, go to www.saturdayaudio.com, in Chicago. They have new ones full warranty for $299. I doubt you can beat the price. I bought one a month ago.

Now the real question is: is the 542 worth $150-200 more than the 541i? It wasn't for me.