Wadia simply is one of the most advanced in digital gear ,if not the best.Their approach to digital volume control is simply the best.You get in a 830 exactly the same volume cotrol they put into their $17,000 separates.Just six months ago ALL their cd players were in Class A clasification.I've been following closely their situation and can tell you they are not out.They are going through some troubles but they will be back in a month or so.I dont think you could get an 830 for 1500, but if there is a chance now is it.
CD Player with Volume out for
I know that this topic has been trounced on before but I listen to digital only and am looking for a unit I can hook directly to my amp (B&K 4420). I want to eliminate my pre-amp and cables. Will buy used or new. Have considered the following: Theta Miles, Wadia 830 and Resolution Audio CD-50 & CD-55. My speakers are B&W Matrix 804s with an ACI Tiatan sub.