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Used Rega Planet or Apollo vs. affordable PC audio

I am just starting out on this, and I have spec'd out a system that I am thinking about buying - iTunes running ALC to an Airport Express, then optical thru a Van Den Hul Opticoupler to a MF V-DAC. I am curious if anyone thinks the sound will beat a used Rega Apollo/Planet, or a used Rotel RCC-1055; that's right, I like changers. Sorry. Also thinking about adding a Monarchy DIP Classic to the signal path later on. Current amp is a 15 year old Yami, running B&W 685s and a HSU VTF-1. Thanks.
realremo
learsfool
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The Rega Apollo, IMO, is one of the best values out there, that's why I bought one. Sounds as good as most players four or five times it's price - they go for a smoother, more analog-like sound, and they have great soundstaging and imaging, if these are important to you.
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robr45
319 posts
 
Physical media is dead!
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srwooten
694 posts
 
PC audio is your ultimate "changer"
learsfool
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Robr45, alot of people say physical media is dead, and that is an interesting issue. Many people think physical media will never die, because of the pyschology of wanting to own something. People will still want to own copies of their favorite recordings, books, what have you. This is still true of many of the younger generation as well. It will be interesting to see what happens in the future.
realremo OP
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Learsfool has a point. I know audiophiles who prefer CDs and vinyl just because of the media aspect - handing the case/cover, seeing the cover art, the liner notes, etc. I am not one of these types of folks. We have two diametrically opposite opinions in this thread, I wonder if anyone else will come in and clarify one side or another.
I doubt I will purchase a single-CD player, my listening habits just don't support the single-disc thing.
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