For what it's worth, I sold my 640C in order to purchase a stock Music Hall CD25. The CD25's build quality is amazing for a cdp in its price range. Sonically, though, it could not match the 640C in sweetness and presence. I sold the CD25 and purchased another 640C. I don't know if it's a system synergy thing, the Wolfson DAC in the 640C, or just plain 'ol personal preference. IMHO, the 640C is a better player sonically than the stock CD25.
Cambridge 500se vs. Azur 640c?
I currently own a 500se and have enjoyed the sound for the most part. In my system, it has good detail, soundstage and is pretty musical. I'm wondering if the 640c has improved upon those characteristics much? Can anybody detail their impressions of these two British/Chinese players? Or give some feedback on the sound of the 640? Hanx!