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Hi-end CD 5-disk Changers?

I'd like to know if there are any high-end CD 5-disk changers available. I don't need SACD or DVD just yet as I wait for the format wars to play out. I don't want to buy an external DAC to connect to the changer as I already have a good single CDP (Audio Aero Prima) to listen to. The 5-disk changer is to please the wife so that when we're entertaining she doesn't have to get me to change the music after each disk finishes . . . I know there are lots of cheap and low-fi brands out there which I'd like to stay away from.

Thanks for your help.
kevinzoe
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mcook
4 posts
 
No one mentioned Adcom. Have not heard one in a few years but in this price range they can't be beat. They compete very well the the upper end according to Sterophile.I would chose it over the others noted.
tomryan
796 posts
 
I don't think Adcom makes a multi-disc player anymore and I, for one, would not buy a used CD player like this - too mechanical to be worth purchasing used.
kevinzoe OP
167 posts
 
Tomryan,
Would you buy a used Sony SCD-CXXXES for its SACD capabilities?

I too didn't think Adcom produced a cd changer . . .

Kevinzoe
upstateaudio
249 posts
 
How about the Sony SCD-C2000ES sacd changer that has been discussed in other threads in this forum? There seem to be good reviews in this forum and others. Besides its only $400.
tomryan
796 posts
 
Kevin - if you think there's enough SACD software to make it worthwhile, a Sony might be good idea but I still personally wouldn't buy a used multi-disc player. The last Sony SACD player I checked was still too slow for my tastes but I'm spoiled by the Marantz speed and quietness.

Also, if the player is just going to be used for background and social gatherings, I wouldn't worry about SACD - just makes things more complicated.

By the way - I checked with my local Sony ES dealer who said the C2000ES has not been shipped to them yet and doesn't know when it'll come in. But 400.00 bucks for a good multi-disc SACD player? I'll take one!
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