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CD player for my system

I am looking at getting a new CD player in the under 2K range (yeah I know, this topic is done to death). I'm not sure what would be best for my current/future set-up. I need a new amp (which I plan on getting sometime after a new CDP) and am using Monitor Audio Silver S6 speakers (which I don't plan on replacing in the near future).

I have been thinking about some nicer models, such as the Simaudio Nova or the Ayre CX-7 (both used), but am wondering if it is worth spending the extra $ considering my system. I have also considered a Naim CD5, which I think would go well with the speakers and my musical preferences (good sense of rhythm). But maybe going to a Rega Jupiter would be a better value on my system.

Any thoughts? Leaning towards the Nova, except maybe not the best value for my system.

Also, does anyone have any comments on the Audio Analogue Maestro? I found a good deal on a used one, but it was not a CDP I was previously considering.

Thanks,
mbutler_ca

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warrenh
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You are dead right about this being beat to death. But what hasn't on the 'gon? Anyway, take a good listen to the Audio Aero Prima. Lists for $2300. Can be found brand spanding new, for under $2k. One beautiful, killer, sweet cdp. I believe I've heard that somewhere before? Maybe it was me. I love mine. It'll go tete a tete with the best. And I mean the best. I love mine. I can turn you on, if interested, to a dealer who will give you a great price, service, and advice on your system. peace, warren
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warrenh
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Since you plan on replacing everything after you get your cdp, what is the purpose of your post? You start with the source and go from there. Naturally we are going to give you our favorites. Your system, from what you're saying, is a temporary thing. I give up. Good luck, you'll need it.... peace, warren
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warrenh
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After you buy the Prima (hopefully) and live with it a while you may decide (probably) that your amplification is not doing it. You may want to go with an integrated that will be able to show off what your Prima can do. Think about the YBA Passion Integre with a Cardas GR IC and you MAY be there. So far, you'll be keeping everything nice and toasty for ss. The operative word is may, because all this sonic wonder may be too much for your speakers to handle. If it is; get back to us and we'll set you straight. peace, warren

P.S. you can click on my (warrenh) system, get out your Amex and go for it. Have fun. Happy listening
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