Marantz 5001 cd player


Does anyone know if the Marantz 5001 cd player has a detachable powercord?
Also how does it stack up against other budget players?
I know Marantz has replaced it with the 5003, but I understand that 5001 at least outperforms the 5003 from some of reviews I have read. I would like to here from owners of the 5001 though.
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Showing 1 response by cleaneduphippy

The Marantz CD5003 DOES have a detachable powercord, but one needs to remember the cord has a C-7 type of connection, instead of an IEC connection. About the only audio companies that I found (so far) that have powercords with the C-7 connection are Audioquest, PS Audio and Cardas.

I also would be curious to hear peoples opinions on the Marantz CD5001 and CD5003. I previously owned both a Jolida JD-100 and NAD C542 (which I had to let go of because of some pressing bills) and I enjoyed both of those players, and would like to hear how these two Marantz players measure up to the "unmodded" Jolida and the NAD. Unfortunately I haven't found a dealer in my "neck of the woods" (northern VA/DC) that I can go and have a listen.