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cd player with volume control - under 500

i'm looking for a CD player for my girlfriend that she can drive with an old B & K amplifier. It would be great if it was a carousel although this is not absolutely necessary. As far as the sound is concerned, warm and round would be preferable (as opposed to sharp and detailed). Someone recommended a Denon carousel. Any other ideas?

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tsugury
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You might want to consider useing a monarchy 18b between whatever player you choose and the amp, its a dac with a volume control and has plenty of drive. It will improve the sound of most low to mid priced players and they are pretty cheap used. TG
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Some of the older Sony models such as the 557 I believe. They're also built like tanks and have wonderful transports
pardales
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I think one of the best players to use in this siutaiton is the California audiolabs CL-15. They do not make this player anymore but I saw one posted here recently for $750. This player has an actual volume control for just the purpose you want to use it for.
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