Vote best of these 7 CDP's

Thanks for the replies so far. I have been looking into the Consonance as well, but am not familiar with the company and am consequently concerned re: longevity etc. Are they in any way affiliated with Rowland?
The Sony has continue to crop up as a top contender, due to the ability of playing both Redbok and SACD. But I have heard widely varied opinion of Redbook playback on the SCD-1. The nearest audio store from Cincinnati is Progressive in Columbus, about 100 miles away, making this even more difficult.

Regarding the DAC, I am using the Camelot Uther mk2. and am pleased with this unit (no preamp needed). The thing is, I am not really unhappy with my system, sonically, as it is. I have actually gotten to the point where I can sit back and release myself from the "critical listening syndrome". But I feel that the system has largely "outgrown" the transport a bit. The Lambda is also an older unit. And, while it has not given me problem one since I owned it, I think it may be time to upgrade. Too bad that Spectral SDR is out of my financial reach!!

Golden Ears:
1. I am a vegetarian.
2. I just ran the Chicago marathon and am rarely just sitting around my computer.
3. There is MUCH to be said about consistency regarding human experience and perception.
Yes, in Plato's Theatetus, we learned that perception is NOT knowledge-- the senses can report erroneous information. However, for example, when 80 out of 100 people say that a specific CDP is very good, there is bound to be some validity in investigating the claim further. I am not asking other people to make a decision for me. I am gathering information from people who have had direct experience with this gear. It will not neccessarily be the end of the endeavor. Progressive audio does not carry ANY of the CDP's in question. It would simply be a matter of good chance that they might have some of the used CDP's on my list. Further, they happen to carry Proac, MIT, and Spectral- the very foundation components that are contained within my system. This is an investigative process, and I am seeking all sources of knowledge on the subject. What you gave me, however, was self-evident and rather patronizing. Moral center?? I think I hear the turkey calling....

What happened to my thread??? Golden Ears: My intent was to gather information and what I get is someone who steps up on a soapbox and then becomes indignant when I confront the misplaced comments. Go to a different forum if you want to discuss buyer's ethics. And, it might be a good idea not to make assumptions about intentions in posting a thread such as this one. Your comments may well have been in jest, but they read as condescending, as mentioned previously. If the former is truly is the case, then I apologize for my abrasive reply. But there is nothing theological about a discussion of perception, especially when it is in direct relation to your assertion that my thread was pointless.

I have looked into the Electrocompaniet, but they are typically out of my price range. I have heard very good things about the unit though.

To all of those above who gave relevant replies to his thread, I thank you for your suggestions and offering your experience of the CDP's. You have been very helpful. To all others, who seemed to not have a F'in clue about the point of asking a completely reasonable question to obtain direction in finding a new front end in my system, go find something useful to do with your time other than stating the obvious. I was not asking anyone to make a decision for me, I was merely gathering opinion. Some people need to find a life outside of this site in the organic, yet realize its potential to do some informal research.

I believe that's true Snook, for the most part. I just did not need the additional hyperbole from a couple of people. There is a fine line between giving advice, and being condescending. I welcome all constructive comments, such as yours. Happy listening, and PEACE!!