Rega Apollo vs. Cambridge Audio Azur 840c



Seems like the new Cambridge Audio Azur 840c is the new kid on the block.

I'd like to here your feedback on these 2 highly rated cdps. Has anyone made comparisons?
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Showing 2 responses by mdconnelly

Mdrummer01 - regarding dither... here is a quote from the 840c manual:

"The 840C is able to add what is called Triangular Probability Density Function dither to the upsampled Digital Output signals. Normally, dither will have already been added to any CD or source material during its mastering process so the default for this option is off. However if a source with no dither is used (perhaps an off board A/D converter etc) TPDF dither can be turned on."
I'm not familiar with the Rega players but I can say that the 840c has a top end to die for. There is extension, harmonic decay and detail retrieval that is highly engaging and contributes to an awareness of venue.

I've spent a good bit of time comparing it to my Wadia 830 CDP over the last week. I will say that the Wadia seems better in terms of blackness between voices and instruments which tends to render these with perhaps more dimension and depth than the 840c.

Mike