Alpha 9 or RCD 991

Even though I personally like the Arcam better, the Rotel would probably be a better choice for the music you listen to. I feel the Rotel has better dynamics and bass but does not have the overall refinement of the Arcam. The 991 is not as refined through the highs.

Thanks for that Bigtree.

Guys
I found another/better solution for now. I was using the old 10ga monster cable speaker cable and a local shop here suggested I uprade my cable to a faster more detailed cable. I suggessted I did not want to break the bank on speaker cable since I needed 2X 25' lengths. He suggested I use Totem silver cable and will get better detail and soundstage at the expense of a little bass and since my sys incomporates a sub well......you know.
Guess what?
I got the cable, hooked it up and was almost immediately floored with the results. Exactly what he had said and I do not mean a small change but HUGE. It's like I have a new system and the cables aren't even broken in yet. I am hearing things that I never realized were there.
This is the best $200 CDN I ever spent and will tide me over hopefully until it becomes clear which NEW format will succeed CD.
I may still get a better player but now my criteria has changed somewhat since my system has gone from rather dull and undetailed to fairly highly resolved (at least by my mid-fi standards) Now I can consider some of the tubed players as well.