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CD Changer, Carousel, oy HELP.

Does anyone know of a list or resource for a large selection of cd players and specs?
I'm getting into "HI-FI" and want a cd player. Right now I have a 13 yr.old magnavox 5 disc carousel w/ 4x upsampling & 16 bit DA/converter? So i'm assuming any Hi-Fi choice would be an improvement. The thing I love about this carousel is that i can change discs while one is playing. So i'm looking for a "carousel" or changer,modern model,plays all burned discs, good with tube amps,new or used for around $1000, preferably black. Can anyone help me out with Brands and Models? I'm using a (tube)Rogue Audio Tempest Int. amp w/ 60 wpc pentode or 40 wpc triode. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
papa171
sammie
220 posts
 
I own the Rotel RCC-1055 5 disc changer Upstate is referring to. It's a great changer with large power supply, detachable p/c, great looks, nice remote, and can be had in black. It sounds great/performs flawlessly.

If you can come up with $1500, you can pick up the Mcintosh changer (not carousel) used, which gets rave reviews from folks here on the Gon.
tfkaudio
591 posts
 
I think we audiophiles love the mom & pop brands and want to sneer at the giants, but do this... look at specifically the SACD players on sale at Audiogon for a month or so and you'll notice that the Sony's are the quickest to be marked as SOLD.

Happy hunting.
warnerwh
539 posts
 
I believe he may not understand that the Sony players that are recommended are ES players. Sony ES is a line that is superior to what you'll find in Best Buy or Circuit City type stores. Build quality and design and parts are superior. Also they come with a 5 year parts and labor warranty. If the model number has ES in it then it is a superior piece to Sony mainstream products. You may want to try the new Sony dvpnc 555 ES player. I just bought one and am very happy with it. Can be found discounted on Ebay for 450.00 brand new. Plays everything except DVDa's.
papa171 OP
9 posts
 
Warnerwh, thanks for the extra "model #" info. I wasn't aware of the Sony "higher line" but I wasn't thinking of Best Buy. There are a few audio/video type stores around but they seem to be more into the home theatre craze. But almost all of them carry Sony products.
warnerwh
539 posts
 
You're welcome. Should have mentioned that ES stands fore "Elevated Standard". Good luck.
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