Is the CAL ICON a reliable choice in a used CDP


Anyone know of problems I should be concered about when considering a 10yr old ICON? Does its sound still compete with more modern CDP's? How would it compare with
a Cambridge Audio CD4se or CD6 or Marantz CD63/67se?

Thanks for your help.
dakajoba

Showing 1 response by karls

I have had several old CALs and they have been electrically reliable but mechanically not so good. The drawers eventually get sticky and have to be cleaned, drawer drive belt replaced, etc. I would strongly recommend finding a Mk II with Power Boss, noticeably better than the standard version and excellent sound quality for the money.