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Marantz SA-14S1 or Vinvent CD-S7-DAC
my review sample was black. evidently my editor thought the champagne color would be more attractive. 
Marantz SA-14S1 or Vinvent CD-S7-DAC
my review of the mystery SACD player, the TEAC CD-3000, is up on the web site audiophilia.com . 
The best CD Player for the money
hi ghosthouse:the review of the teac cd-3000 is on the website.my take on the Marantz vs the teac:the teac, while "neutral", is somewhat smoother in the Redbook mode.they are about equal playing high resolution files, and the Marantz is a better S... 
Marantz SA-14S1 or Vinvent CD-S7-DAC
I have an oppo 83se modified by dan wright. I have not heard the 105. the "mystery" SACD player should be up on the audiophilia web site soon. I sent the review to my editor. 
The best CD Player for the money
hi audiolabyrinth:i did not say that i favored the marantz over the vincent.the two brands have a differnt house sound.the vincent has a tube circuit which is tube sensitive. i have tried many combinations of tubes. i have owned the cd-s6 for 6 ye... 
The best CD Player for the money
hi nonoise:i do have a unique reviewing style. i pride my self in not revealing my preferences in a review.i just reviewed another player which will be appearing on audiophilia.com, which i will probably buy. i will explain my reasons for doing so. 
Marantz SA-14S1 or Vinvent CD-S7-DAC
i reviewed bot of these players on audiophilia.com .the marantz review is available on the web site now, but the vincent review must be accessed in the archive section, on the right side of the front page.here is my take.strictly from a sonic poin... 
The best CD Player for the money
hi ghosthouse:I have the teac cd-3000 in my stereo system and am almost finished with the review. it will appear on audiophilia.com.I will report on this thread when it is up on the web site. then we can talk about the teac and Marantz if you want. 
The best CD Player for the money
hi nonoise:I did not give the Marantz player any recommendation. I reported what I heard. I never recommend components, because I try not to influence the reader. roy harris 
The best CD Player for the money
having reviewed both. the difference is night and day. the marantz is highly resolving and thus you are at the mercy of recording quality. however it has added features , such as sacd, which Improves the sound, compared to redbook. it produces a m... 
The best CD Player for the money
the Vincent cd-s7 dac is distributed in Canada. read my review. it is on the website audiophilia.com.here is the phone number for the distributor : 514 225 2337. 
How does one "Get lost in the music"?
if its the music that is primary, it doesn't matter what the sources is--boom box, radio, stereo, sing to yourself.if you like music there should no problem enjoying it. provided you don't have "non compos mentis" syndrome.any sane person can enjo... 
What brand is most recognized by non-audiophiles?
this question is unanswerable, unless you query thousands of people.personally, i think of audio research and conrad johnson. 
New Lampizator Level 4/ Version 4 DAC in the house
my friend has level 6. he is so ecstatic. it lists for 10k. 
cd player recommendation
I suggest you audition several players in your price range.there are dealers who will sell you a player and give you 30 days to listen to it and allow you to return it if you are not satisfied.audio advisors, music direct and possibly the cable co...