ARCAM vs ROTEL

Bob,

I would have to say that Denon's 3910 focus was video. It does an awesome job with the video, as far as a CD player I don't think there was such emphasis put into the audio portion of it. I does sound boxey if you know what I mean. When it comes to audio, the Denon 3910 isn't warm sounds blah!! No offense thou the 3910 is a great piece of material just think its primary soul was the video. Maybe the 5910 series is a better product for multi-function player.

Al

Any other recommendations between the Rotel vs. Arcam or Rega Planet?
Thanks in advance.
Al

I can't compare the Rotel vs. the Arcam, as I've never heard the Arcam. But I own the Rotel and I wanted to upgrade my front end. I picked up a Bel Canto Dac2. I performed side by side comparisons between the two units. The Dac2 is twice as expensive as the Rotel was new. Using the Rotel as the transport for the DAC2 and also as a stand alone CDP, the Rotel holds it's own quite nicely against the Dac2, an Audiogon favortite. Only very subtle differences were noted. The Dac2 was nicer but so slightly so that I sold it and saved the 750 bucks I paid for it used. The Rotel is fairly accurate and only falls down when playing highly compressed modern music (rock, pop, etc).

Very difficult decission without listening to either of CD players. Disadvantage from living out of no-where but I guess I will have to make a day trip and drive out to listen to a few choices. Between the feedbacks and what my mind is telling me thus far is on the Rotel. But until then it is difficult to make the choice but keep on asking for more feedback. Thank you for all your patients..
Al