ddan6815

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best pre-amp new or used for under $500?
AS a matter of fact, I do own this unit, along with the ERC1 cd player. with their generous return policy you cant go wrong. give it a try 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
I think thats a matter of opinion. I find that some cdp tend the color the music. In other words an inferior recording will sound better on a average player than some high end players 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
What I actually meant by the falling asleep part was that I find that with some of the same music that at one time I could not enjoy enough to fall asleep to because of the forwardness, I can now enjoy. not sure if its the speakers or the cd playe... 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
I ACTUALLY HAVE ONE THAT I USE TO USE. I would prefer not to use it for the fear of keeping the signal as pure as possible. My preamp actually has no tone controls for the same purpose. Is that to say it would be a noticable difference? I doubt it... 
best pre-amp new or used for under $500?
I would reconsider the Emotiva USP1. the bolts on the strip may look cheap, as you say, take them off and look inside. for $399 with a remote. It has no tone controls and a few other features you may find useable. 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
If I had an option, and I had to sell either my turntable or my cdp, I would do the turntable, no questions asked. With that said,maybe that will make you understand what I mean when I say I prefer the sound of vinyl over cd. I dont expect to be a... 
Why not horns?
Personally I love my ribbons on my Apogees, they just sound right 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
I appreciate all the responses, I really do. and from what I've gathered, it is possible to find a very pleasing sounding cd player. I wont even go as far as to put a price tag as to how much one would have to spend. I think its more of a trial an... 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
Sorry....Maybe I didn't asked the question correctly. 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
WOW....I keep forgetting where I'm at. I simply ASKED a question, because I am open minded,and wanted other opinions about a cdp in the 2 to 3k range. I also only shared MY personal experience, which is NOT much, being the reason I ASKED in the fi... 
What makes a Cd player a Great cd player
Both of you have very good points of view. Which is why I feel( key word I) no need to dish out anything over $1k on a cd player. I think a great cdp, will only make a poorly recorded cd sound worst, and a good cdp makes it tolorable. and vice ver... 
Opinions please on a starter audiophile system?
My advice would normally be go with used gear, but considering everyone don't take the same amount of care in equipment, there's a small risk involved. I would check out Emotiva. Their products seem to offer the best bang for the bucks. Their prod... 
Why Don't More People Love Audio?
I think basically because we are true music lovers, it doesn't matter if anyone ever hear, or see your system. People that drives flashy cars, wears expensive clothing not all, but some, do it for the show. 
The best CD Player for the money
IF You're talking best bang for the buck, I'd have to go with the Emotiva ERC1 
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
Holly Cole - It happened one nightCassandra Wilson- Blue Light Til DawnMile Davis- Kind of Blue