believe it or not but you less-likely find something better-sounding in the $1k range than used Theta Data II/EAD DSP7000 combo that now lists for about $700. Connect it with Canare pro-grade digital cable and wait till you get $3k for the next digital upgrade.
Used CDP under $1000?
I have been doing some searching for a used CD player. At this point, I have done some research and looked at many players from rega, musical fidelity, jolida, heart, AH!, rotel, cairn, etc. I listen to a real variety of music, jazz, some classical, acoustic, even some alternative rock and more. When really listening, I tend to listen to jazz or acoustic. I tend to like a detailed, smooth upper range but not a bright presentation, and a good low-end. At this point, a one box unit seems to fit my budget better than a transport/dac combo. I appreciate thoughts on anything that people feel will mate with my system. Thanks in advance!
system:
preamp(s): Cary SLP 50b / EAR 834L (will keep just one)
Odyssey Stratus amp
Audio Physic Spark IIIs
Acoustic Zen Speaker Satori Speaker Cable
Acoustic Zen Matrix Reference II IC
Chang Lightspeed 3200 conditioner
system:
preamp(s): Cary SLP 50b / EAR 834L (will keep just one)
Odyssey Stratus amp
Audio Physic Spark IIIs
Acoustic Zen Speaker Satori Speaker Cable
Acoustic Zen Matrix Reference II IC
Chang Lightspeed 3200 conditioner