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Redbook & SACD value
Use or Used? 
Meridian 508.24 Service
I've listened to about 100 cd players since the 80's andn Meridian 508.24 is close to top of list..Don't let anyone tell you different 
Redbook & SACD value
I found Marantz & arcam to be on the warm side 
Belles 150A ref V2 vs Bryston 4BSST2
4BSST2 arrived the other day paired w/BP17 preamp & PSB Synchrony one speakers.Sounds really good & full w/taut bass + Clarity 
CD SACD PLAYERS
Marantz sounds warm to me-Sony SCD-1 or similar model are well balancedPlayback design if you have 14K 
Belles 150A ref V2 vs Bryston 4BSST2
I find Bryston to be transparent & musicalCompared to others I've had..Musical Fidelity,etcI'm a musician,Bryston sounds the most accurate w/no colorations(to me).However to own Bryston BP17 preamp w/phono+4BSST2 amplifier & optional remot... 
Belles 150A ref V2 vs Bryston 4BSST2
Bryston has improved over 4BSST w/4BSST2Less analytical/creamier mids & highs 
Belles 150A ref V2 vs Bryston 4BSST2
I tried 2.5 amp Very good sound,not enough power or bass to drive my PSB Synchrony's 
Belles 150A ref V2 vs Bryston 4BSST2
Just ordered 4BSST2 to go with BP17 preamp 
Rega Elicit R w/PSB speakers
I'm auditioning 2.5 w/17 preamp coming next week..I'll report back if it provides adequate power/bass 
sony xa777es vs xa5400es
I hear xa777 locked in with the correct paceThe musical phrases connect Maintaining cohesiveness which allows for emotion 
sony xa777es vs xa5400es
This player is very supprising how good it sounds..Well balanced w/excellent timing  
Rega Elicit R w/PSB speakers
I listen at reasonable levelsClassic Rock,bebop Jazz & ClassicalI'm leaning toward Bryston Seperates2.5 & 17135w into 8ohms 
Rega Elicit R w/PSB speakers
How many watts into 4 ohms is your Ayre?What do you think of Bryston seperatesBP17 pre & 2.5 amp 
Rega Elicit R w/PSB speakers
no my dealer didn't want to lend any ampsI tried Accustic Arts(power 1 mk.3) & got good resultsRegret sending it back...I wasn't satisfied with built in phono stageMay repurchase w/o phono & add MF M1 vinyl.