Lasers do burn out, but the first thing to go on CD players is usually the tracking... In response to the original message, it could be the player or the cable. At the very least, get a 75 ohm shielded video cable, or go to the local music store (the type for musicians) and get a cheap digital cable. It also has to do with the bandwidth. Digital signals are at a much higher frequency. I only spent like US$10 for a 3 or 4 meter one, and it works fine.
DAC-Help
Hi i have a Parasound DAC hooked up to a Denon CDP.I am using the Coaxial output.However i am using a Normal interconnect cable to hook it up,not the 75 ohm coaxial cable.I have noticed that the sound sometimes cuts off for a split second then comes on again.Could it be the cable??Is it absolutely neccessary that i use the right cable??Also i noticed that when i turn On and Off other electrical appliances in my hall the same thing happens.Could it be that my DAC is faulty. Any comments much appreciated.Thanks.