Anyone Use A CD Recorder For Main Play Back?


Is this audio blasphemy? My Marantz Sa-14 is still down as I wait to see if the part pointed out to me by another member will work. In the meantime I have been using my CD recorder for play back. It's a Marantz Professional CDR-500 and I'm shocked how good it sounds. I'm wondering if I should put the SA-14 (TRL modified) up for sale! Most likely I've forgotten how great the SA-14 really is and yes it sounds better but frankly I think I could live with what I have now. Am I nuts? Does anyone have a similar experience? Anyone have this player? I'll look forward to responses. Thanks.
zar

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TP, just looking for opinions. $$ is tight right now as I head in to 3 months of no salary. I really am tempted to sell the SA-14 with the stipulation of what repairs are needed and a adjusted price. Have also thought about buying another player. It's been quite a hassle as the repair shop tries to figure out what's wrong. Onhwy61, good one! Mapman, good to hear I'm not alone. Maybe I'm not crazy.
Sid, it really does sound good and I am happy with the playback section. Until the Marantz laser went out I had never really used this one for playback. Pleasantly surprised to say the least. Thinking of keeping it for more than just recording duties that's for sure.