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Reimyo CDP-777 vs Ayon CD-5
No comments? It would be awesome to hear from an Audiogoner who has compared the two players! 
The best CD Player for the money
Ayon CD-2S, close to the performance of the CD-5 for almost half the price. 
marten design alto vs miles III Vs wilson sophia?
I own a pair of Marten Coltrane Altos, so I know from whence I speak. Firstly compared to the Miles 3, the Coltrane Altos are in another class. The Miles 3 is only the middle speaker in the Heritage line, whilst the Coltrane Alto was the entry lev... 
Reimyo CDP-777 vs Ayon CD-5
Hi Kingstyles1, yes I read that review, but would like to hear from any members who have personally compared the two players. Reviews can be a bit biased, no disrespect intended to reviewer Wojciech Pacula. Cheers. 
ayon cd5 vs Audio Aero Capitole Reference signatur
Ayon if you want a more musical, dynamic performance. AA if you want a more relaxed, layed back presentation. But in terms of quality & bang for buck, I don't think you can go past the Ayon. An awesome sounding player. It is a special player. 
Audio Research Reference 3 voltage conversion
Just take it to a high end audio engineer in your country. I had an integrated amp converted to my local voltage for about $90 Euros. 
Onebox solution with grunt?
Another vote for Ayon CD-5. When you consider Ayon use some of the best power supplies in the world, and a phenominal true balanced triode based architecture...you're getting a heluva lot for the money. I'd take the CD-5 over an Accuphase, AA, Wad... 
Service on Vimak DS 2000
Purely for other Vimak owner's benefits given the date of the original post. An an owner of a Vimak DS-1800Mk2, I can advise with authority that Dallas Clarke (Clark Audio) is the only Audio Engineer to have both the ability and experience in full... 
the preamplifier built in the ayon cd5 is great?
Check out the Dagodo review. That reviewer rated the CD5's preamp as superior to everything he has heard up to Vac Renaissance Sig (a $14k pre!). I own a CD5. I rate it higher than the Audio Research CD8. In terms of your question "Is is greater t... 
Under $10k budget Preamp suggestion, please.
Ear gear...great sound, weird design. "Caveat Emptor"..when they go bang, they go "BANG".Email me is you want to see a photo of a destroyed EAR.. 
Hi guys, a tube amp for my micro utopia be
Hi Saviourwin, personaly, I think 15 watts is a bit lean to drive your Focals. There is a Vac Renaissance 70/70 on AG at the moment for about $4k which was a $16k amp and looks stunning. The Vac will give you plenty of power & wonderful tone. ... 
Hi guys, a tube amp for my micro utopia be
Marakanetz, agreed. High quality headphone amps come up for sale for reasonable prices regularly on AG. Choose an amp regardless of whether a headphone amp is onboard. What is your budget & power requirements? 
Under $10k budget Preamp suggestion, please.
You're right Peterayer. Thanks for stepping in and commenting. The latest Pass amps have been reviewed as having a sonically neutral character, so I would have thought should work well with Windowsx's Spectral amp. I'd try to get loaner spectral &... 
Hi guys, a tube amp for my micro utopia be
Hi Saviourwin, in respect of the Jadis DA88s, before thinking seriously about that option, first have a read of a service report from renowned Audio Engineer Dallas Clarke (www.clarkeaudio.com). Once on the site, click on the "service" menu option... 
Hi guys, a tube amp for my micro utopia be
Could be Marakenetz, it depends on space, budget and personal preferences..