You may also want to look at a REGA CDP, but even playing with some different interconnects and possibly speaker cables will suffice - interconnects can have a huge impact on the sound. The Druid/ Onix combo should be a really nice match - maybe a non-tubed CD player like Rega or Naim might smooth out the revealing aspect and warm it up a bit. I use an old Rega Planet with tubes and it has a nice tone but does not go over the top - however I have heard the Jolida CD player is very nice too, but again tubes. Also maybe consider Undewood Wally, he does a mod for the Onix - that might be a way to go as well. Hi-Fi+ just did a review of the Melody/Onix and they gushed over the thing - they could not say enough good, 6moons too, I dunno, sounds like you have a nice combo to me. If you change, maybe Naim is a good direction for you, I would have a listen to Naim if you want to consider something new. The Nait 5i is pretty nice and plenty of power with the Duids. Detail would drop but it would punch like crazy yet still have a warm feeling. You have options.
Could someone recommend a next amp upgrade
Currently powering Zu Druids with an Onix SP3. Mullard and SED tubes. Could someone recommend an upgrade in the $1,000 to $2,0000 (used)range which might complement the Druids with an Eastsound CE5 player. The Druids can be very revealing so experienced recommendations would be most appreciated.
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