I've owned the Ikemi, and I auditioned the CD23 before making my decision. To my ears, the Ikemi was the clear winner. The Cd23 has a smooth, warmish sound, but in comparison to the Ikemi, the top was rolled off, the bass and midbass were slow and "wooly," and the midrange seemed closed in. Audition them if you can with your components.
ikemi or cd23?
My system is...
Bryston 7B-ST's powering Maggie 3.6's and a REL sub, Rogue 99 preamp, Acoustic Zen cabling.
Musical tastes run the whole gamut -- you name it, I listen to it and want it to sound good.
Please do not recommend any other products, as I am working with a dealer that only has these models in that price range.
Thanks in advance for all your thoughts.
Bryston 7B-ST's powering Maggie 3.6's and a REL sub, Rogue 99 preamp, Acoustic Zen cabling.
Musical tastes run the whole gamut -- you name it, I listen to it and want it to sound good.
Please do not recommend any other products, as I am working with a dealer that only has these models in that price range.
Thanks in advance for all your thoughts.