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Need help finding a CDP

I made the mistake of having a listen to the new Classe CDP-202 the other day, now my older Rotel RDC955AX sounds less than stellar. So, now I find myself looking for a used CD player in the under the $1000 range. Any suggestions on what player would fit my bill here that has charcteristics like the newer Classe line? How are the older Classe units like the CDP 1.5 for reliabilty,and how do they compare to the newer Classe units? I have also had a few people suggest a Rega unit, but I do not know if the Rega would be along the same lines sound-wise with the Classe.
I know that I may be asking too much with my budget, but I would like to strecth my dollar as much as I can.
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aball
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The Apollo is a great choice. It is kind of forward and has lots of energy in all registers. Some might find it a little too intense.

I have an Audio Aero Prima mk2 and like it a lot. That would be my recommendation. But there are many options. Best thing for you to do is get one that strikes your fancy and see what you think. If you buy used and don't like it, you can get most of all of your money back. There is no substitute for experimentation.

Arthur
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