Arcam 73 as a transport with an external DAC would work great. Channel Islands, Scott Nixon, MyDac, Arcam and more are all good choices. You will be surprised at the improvement. BTW, you should try some vibration control under the Arcam, it will really help.
It's time for a good CD player.
I’ve mostly listened to vinyl and FM radio since the introduction of the Compact Disc and never invested in a really good one (currently using an Arcam CD-73).
It’s time for an upgrade.
My question is, would it be better to buy an older very expensive unit (say 4 or 5 years old) used, or a less expensive modern new unit? Have CD players improved much in the last few years?
My price range is around $1-2K. I have a bunch of Redbook discs, mostly classic rock and classical.
Also, I have no interest in digital music servers, mp3, or vacuum tubes (no offense).
It would be used with a Linn Majik Kontrol preamp, Onkyo M5000R power amp, and Amphion Creon 2 loudspeakers. Analog rig is an Acoustic Signature Manfred, Michell TechnoArm, Denon DL103R.
Any insights, links, or suggestions would be welcome. Thank you.
It’s time for an upgrade.
My question is, would it be better to buy an older very expensive unit (say 4 or 5 years old) used, or a less expensive modern new unit? Have CD players improved much in the last few years?
My price range is around $1-2K. I have a bunch of Redbook discs, mostly classic rock and classical.
Also, I have no interest in digital music servers, mp3, or vacuum tubes (no offense).
It would be used with a Linn Majik Kontrol preamp, Onkyo M5000R power amp, and Amphion Creon 2 loudspeakers. Analog rig is an Acoustic Signature Manfred, Michell TechnoArm, Denon DL103R.
Any insights, links, or suggestions would be welcome. Thank you.