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New CDP vs. older used and more expensive player

I've been thinking about buying a new Rega Apollo -- I currently have a Planet 2000 -- but I've begun to wonder about spending a bit more in favor of an older used player. I'm particularly interested in the Krell KAV-300cd, which I could pick up used for several hundred more than a new Rega. As a rule, when it comes to CDPs, is age more of a factor than in other components? Is the technology moving so fast that old is, well, old?
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carlosbmirandafc0e
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Hi,
I bought a used krell 300cd and I really like it. If you buy it, try a good shunyata power cord, it makes a huge difference. I had a problem with the transport one year ago and a component had to be replaced. krell did it at no cost !
On the other hand be carefull with the rest of your system, I have read opinions saying it can sound very analytical, depending on the rest of the system. Good luck.
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