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Recommend CD Player with Volume Control

I have Magneplanar 3.6Rs and Classe CAM-350 monoblocks and am looking to add a CD player. Since this will be my only source, I am looking for a CD player that has volume control/variable output and I will bypass the preamp. 24 bit, HDCD, and upgradability are definite advantages. Any suggestions in the $2000 price range (new or used)?
ccandte
blbloom
286 posts
 
A Wadia 830 can be found used for $2000. It is a great cd player.
charlie4350
40 posts
 
I agree with first 2 post also. Resolution Audio. Incredible.
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ejlif
1,366 posts
 
I hate to be in disagreement, but I bought a CD50 to see what all the hype was about. I was completely disappointed with it, in fact I found that a Rotel 855 was more enjoyable to listen to. I tried it on 3 systems and it just never sounded right to me, I'm not saying that it is a piece of junk, it does some things extremely well, but overall I just didn't like it. Wadia sound is much better IMHO. I have one used in mint condition for sale now on Audiogon if you are interested.
bmc3108107
18 posts
 
The Resolution Audio CD50 is the best in the market anywhere near your $2000 price.
carl_eber
1,425 posts
 
What specifically did you not like about the CD50, Ryan? "Just didn't like it" just doesn't cut it. I just don't like a lot of things, but I need to be more specific, or else saying it has no relevance. Perhaps you didn't like that it showed that your CD-R copies didn't sound better than the originals afterall?
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