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Sparkler CD Player or Transport?

Hi all-

I’m trying to put together a system that needs to tuck into a shallow cabinet.  The new Sparkler 515 player or transport seems perfect.  Has anyone heard this yet (and compared it to the 503 which it replaces?). I’m also wondering if I am better off  with the player or with running the transport into an R2R DAC (Border Patrol appeals to me because of its size).  I’m sort of leaning toward the player because of the simplicity of a single box.. Amplification is Wyred4Sound and speakers are Harbeth P3ESR.

I only play redbook cd.

Thanks for any thoughts.

Margot

mcanaday

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barryoblackburn
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Hello, I have the Sparkler S515 and could not be more satisfied with the operation and sound. I chose the integrated player as it incorporates their latest D/A processor.

I use this with Sparkler's S501 headphone(pre) amp and HiFiMan Arya headphones. The sound is fantastic - very neutral, no noise, great imaging, and no digital glare. It's lively without being warm or bright.

I believe it represents great value, and I really like the aesthetic. Note: the player does have a small power unit that sits beside or behind the player.

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