I was in the same boat a few months ago, but I wanted to go with something new. I considered the Cambridge, I think the Audiolab, and a Rotel CD-14 and a newer version of it (CdD-15 or 1502). I went with the Rotel CD-14; it was highly rated as a transport (at least in one review). The Rotel sounds really good, but like a lot of newer CD players it's finicky and won't play scratched, dusty, etc., CDs. Don't know about the Cambridge or Audiolab for a comparison in any regard, but they all had pretty good reviews (I think the Audiolab, if that's indeed what I also considered), had better reviews than the Cambridge.
Advice on CD transport
Here’s the situation:
Am purchasing two channel integrated amp with built in DAC shortly (likely Hegel H390. Love the DAC section). Big CD enthusiast and I’m looking for a great transport under the $1k range (used is more than acceptable). My issue is buying a standalone transport is too rich for my blood so looking for a CD player with awesome transport. I hate paying for the DAC in it I won’t be using but such is being audio poor.
I’ve always liked the Rega line but am wondering what anyone has found/used. If you’ve got any helpful input without getting into DIY, please feel free to chime in.
CJ
Am purchasing two channel integrated amp with built in DAC shortly (likely Hegel H390. Love the DAC section). Big CD enthusiast and I’m looking for a great transport under the $1k range (used is more than acceptable). My issue is buying a standalone transport is too rich for my blood so looking for a CD player with awesome transport. I hate paying for the DAC in it I won’t be using but such is being audio poor.
I’ve always liked the Rega line but am wondering what anyone has found/used. If you’ve got any helpful input without getting into DIY, please feel free to chime in.
CJ