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Ayre AX7e MP vs ARC CD3 mk2

Can anyone compare and contrast these two players? I currently own the Ayre but am switching to an ARC system.

Please let me know your opinion if you have compared them. I certainly don't feel like I'm missing anything with the Ayre, but I always strive for good system synergy. Should I stay put or go for the ARC?

The Ayre is less than a year old and under warranty so I need to know details before making a foolish move.

Thanks
bjesien

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bjesien OP
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Thanks for the reply Theo, I am using an SP16 and CX7eMP combination and agree with you on the good synergy between these components. It probably doesn't warrant the effort to list, pack, ship, have to deal with warranty issues etc.

Any other comparisons?

bjesien OP
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Thank you for the thoughts. I can't find anything wrong with the Ayre and agree than it is a state of the art player. I'll try to search out members that have the ARC and might want to trade for a while.

Efner, I don't think ARC will repair the CD1 or CD2 anymore. I'm not sure about repairs to the CD3. I think all high end manufacturers should service products for longer periods but I guess you are SOL when they pull the plug.
bjesien OP
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Efner, I know they repair almost anything. However this is the quote taken from the site about earlier model CD players that I was referring to. I'm sure they would do whatever they could.

From ARC Website:

Owners of CDT1 transports and CD1 and CD2 compact disc players should call Audio Research Technical Service (763-577-9700) before sending any of these models to Audio Research for repair. Certain repair parts are no longer available for these models. To avoid the expense of needlessly shipping a non-repairable unit, please be certain to call Technical Service beforehand.
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