I've owned a highly modified version of this as transport only. It was wonderful, yet did not play burned CDs consistently. Will play HDCD as a Redbook disc unless used only as a transport into a DAC with the HDCD chip. Never cleaned the lens. Any decent DAC will do. I used a Hermes. Hope this helps.
Parasound CBD 2000 Transport
Good afternoon to all. I am wondering if anyone has experience with this particular transport and if the following can be achieved:
1. Made to accomodate HDCD and Redbook CD's as well?
2. Where can this unit be sent for check up and repairs if needed?
3. Is it possible to clean the lens with anything available off the shelf?
4. What DAC's are available to make this unit sing and would it be better to use a tube DAC?
5. Is there a special lens used in the latest CD players and/or transports that enable them to properly play Redbook and HDCD's?
6. What can I use besides a dry rag to clean and polish this unit?
7. How often will the belt and lens need to be replaced?
Thank you all for your response. I am more than appreciative. Have a great and blessed day.
1. Made to accomodate HDCD and Redbook CD's as well?
2. Where can this unit be sent for check up and repairs if needed?
3. Is it possible to clean the lens with anything available off the shelf?
4. What DAC's are available to make this unit sing and would it be better to use a tube DAC?
5. Is there a special lens used in the latest CD players and/or transports that enable them to properly play Redbook and HDCD's?
6. What can I use besides a dry rag to clean and polish this unit?
7. How often will the belt and lens need to be replaced?
Thank you all for your response. I am more than appreciative. Have a great and blessed day.