Arcam FMJ23T vs. Cary Audio 308

I have a plinius 8200 mk.2 integrated with B&W speakers. Any thoughts of these 2 players and which might be better? Thanks.

adiorio223e01-10-2003 4:28pm

rkmca Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 58 posts 01-14-2003 at 11:23pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Cary 308 sounded to forward to me like on my face. I've compared with Meridian 507 and Rega Jupiter. I had Arcam CD72 before and I think you will like CD23 better. I've also compared with SimAudio Nova which is almost twice the price of 308 but very neutral sounding player. I liked the Nova compared to all the others. Cary 303 is another one of my choice. .
nealhood Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 199 posts 01-10-2003 at 11:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The FMJ23T has received universal praise from around the globe. I have listened to the CD23, it predecessor, and it was very balanced, reasonably dynamic, and liquid. I use the liquid sound because this is how I often describe analog. Its easy to listen to without sounding rolled off. This unit uses technology from the dcs Elgar players. Another option is the Jolida JD-100. I own this player and am very happy. It is dynamic with a wide frequency response. Highes are sweet, lows punchy and mids immediate. No glare from this player. Just very musical sound. Under a grand and its a bargain. Not familiar with the 308 but they are probably good also.