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CDP Help -- Apollo vs Apollo-R vs Saturn

I'm upgrading from an almost vintage system to entry level audiophile gear. I'm still developing my ear and tastes in quality sounding gear. I have little time to demo but like the Rega and Naim sound. My budget is tight and I'm buying piece-meal as opportunities arise. So far I have bought Totem Sttafs. I'm leaning toward Rega Brio-R, SimAudio Moon 250i, Naim Nait 5i-2 (or similar) integrated. Here's my current potential CDP buy for which I'd appreciate opinions;

1) never used, in box Rega Apollo for $450 private sale,
2) used excellent condition Rega Saturn for $900 private sale,
3) wait for Apollo-R release and buy from dealer $1095 + $100 tax, includes warranty.

I'm not sure about the value of these CDPs when the new Apollo-R hits the shelves in a few weeks. I'm new to this, so any input would help. Thanks
joerand

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The Rega Apollo for $495 is an excellent deal. I have used the Apollo for 5 or 6 years without any problems. It is paired with a Prima Luna Prologue 2 tube integrated and Ascend Acoustics Sierra 1 speakers.

The sound is musical and involving, detailed without being annoyingly so. I can and do listen to this system for hours. I have been considering purchasing another Apollo and store it away, just to have it.

Rich
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