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CD player choice: Linn Ikemi, ArcamCD73, Adcom GCD- 575, or Linn Karik

I have all 4, apparently in perfect condition.

I'm wondering what will get me the most bang for the buck. I'll probably resell 3 and keep one. Is the listening difference as large as the price difference? 

I kind of lean toward keeping one of the Linns so it will match my other Linn equipment. Is the Ikemi very different from the Karik? 

I haven't been listening to my CDs much, so it may make more sense to use the $ otherwise.

Thanks for your answers. I'm new to high end audio and don't want to later regret selling something. 

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loomisjohnson
1,963 posts
 

i've owned the adcom and the arcam--as both player and transport the arcam is much better--it does have a warm, smooth sound if that's your thing. i've only heard the ikemi briefly, but it was all the rage back in its day and, generally speaking linn synergizes best with your other linn gear--it would be my choice (i'm not familiar with the karik).

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jbmac75
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Streamer yes. Have a Marantz SA-8004 and it almost keeps us with my NAD streamer.

jl35
4,083 posts
 

I would sell them all and get a good quality CD Player...though there are a few who prefer older CD Players...

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stereo5
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Everyone pushes streamers whenever the question is asked about CD players.  I am sure most audiophiles know about streamers, so why push your bias on anyone else who is asking about CD’s?   I am talking about you, Ghdprentice, and many others.  Keep the CD. player that sounds best to you.  

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