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Jolida vs. Arcam

I have been looking for a reasonably priced CDP under $1000. I posted this question, but did not get much response. I've considered just about everything I've heard about from Rega, Rotel (1070 and 971AE), Arcam, Music Hall, CAL, Jolida, Cambridge Audio, etc. All praised procucts in this price range.

I seem to have narrowed my choices down to the Arcam CD 72T and the Jolida JD100. I have a tube pre and solid state amp. I like a just slightly warm presentation and a unit good for everything from alternative rock to acoustic, jazz and some classical. Smooth detail with a strong low end. I'm just a little worried about the jolida comboed with the tube pre being a touch muddy. I don't have the opportunity to really listen to these, so I'm relying on others thoughts.

Has anyone compared these two? I've only heard good things about both of them. Any thoughts appreciated.
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I have.

If you like things a little bit more on the "objective", detached, sober side of things, go with the arcam. I would go with the arcam cd72t if you listen to mostly classical.
The Jolida with the right tubes do not sound muddy with my rogue integrated. Quite the opposite, very detailed. Especially the bass, quite tight as a matter of fact. The Jolida is alot of fun, and is very versatile in regards to a wide variety of music. The jolida is definitely warmer than the Arcam. The Arcam is more detailed, but in a clinical way, for my ears. Also mine is the modded version from parts connexion, which is supposed to be tighter in the bass. I'm very happy with mine.
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