Thanks for the feeback. I do agree with Klaudio,i think CD5i-2 is a underrated player. When i purchased this player, i compared it to the Rega Saturn & Apollo, Cambridge 840c, Unison Research Tube and a one day out of the box Bryston BCD-1, could not really judge this player to new. I liked the CD5i-2 better than the Rega Apollo & Cambridge 840c and felt the CD5i-2 held it's own with the Saturn and Unison and could not justify the extra $700.00 to $800.00 more these players cost. I hope i get to hear a CD5X before my trade policy expires. Again thanks for all your feedback.
Naim CD 5X worth 2x the cost of the Naim CD5i-2?
I have an opportunity to upgrade to the Naim CD5X. I currently have the Naim CD5i-2. My dealer does not have the CD5X for audition to compare. My question is, is the CD5X twice as good as the CD5i-2 given there two price points? I know you can use the external power supply with the CD5X but this is adding another $1000.00 to the cost of the unit. Opinions appreciated.
System:
Plinius integrated 9200
Naim CD5i-2
Speaker Cable DNM solid core
IC FMS Microwave
Power Conditioner Power Wedge 116 MK2
System:
Plinius integrated 9200
Naim CD5i-2
Speaker Cable DNM solid core
IC FMS Microwave
Power Conditioner Power Wedge 116 MK2