Great question, I am also curious, but in the $500-1k range. The logical part of my brain says buy a Cambridge Audio CXC and be done with it (I have a pretty good DAC). I do on occasion see a player that is 5-20 years old that catches my eye, but have not been able to pull the trigger on one yet. Having a laser and transport that are still available is good advice.
Is it a good idea to buy CD players over 10 years old even it is a reliable brand?
On cost consideration, I am planning to buy a 2nd hand CD Player like Accuphase DP 500 Player or Estoric X-05
which are around 10 years old or so. The price is about US$2000~3000. Of course, unlike amplifier, the CD player has a pick up head and mechanical gears, but even for the above brands which are famous for it's reliability, is it good idea to buy the quite aged CD players from them?
Tks. for the comment and opinion.
which are around 10 years old or so. The price is about US$2000~3000. Of course, unlike amplifier, the CD player has a pick up head and mechanical gears, but even for the above brands which are famous for it's reliability, is it good idea to buy the quite aged CD players from them?
Tks. for the comment and opinion.