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Wadia or Arc CD player?

Hello all, I have a bad case of upgrade fever...I have just recently rebuilt my 2ch system with Vandersteen 3Asigs, ARC LS25 pre and ARC VTM100MKII.
All Cardas Gold reference cables. Next piece to go for is CD player.
Currently using my Rega Planet 2000. I welcome your thoughts, I am impressed with the ARC line up and build quality thus far. Looking for a comparable CD player to drive this system. I would of course be looking for an improvement in sound quality over the Rega, but also important is a reliable product with service support.
Thanks!
vdosc
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What is your price range?
vdosc OP
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Well, I will be buying here on Audiogon. I have been looking at ARC CD3's for mid $2k and equally priced Wadia.
6550c
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You have a similar system to mine- ARC tube gear, but I use Mirage M3si speakers or SoundLab Auras. I have a Wadia 301 cd player but find it to be too bright and clinical. The Wadia is okayish, but I really prefer my Krell KAV300CD. The Krell has all the detail of the Wadia, but much more musical and way better bass - the music seems much more lively. I do like things a little more aggressive and forward than most audiophiles, but with the Krell, I stop worrying how good the gear is and really get lost in the music.
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