I agree with Newbee that the Bat VK-D5 SE is a very good cdp and worth listening to before making a final decision. I have heard the Bat extensively and know it requires lots of current. The super tubes provide more resolution, detail, and dynamics. I heard Bat will be introducing a 24-bit cdp soon. I have not heard the other cdps but I should mention that I own a 24/96 Electrocompaniet EMC-1 cdp. The EMC is very analog sounding and very sohpisticated in music decay and detail. In my opinion, the Bat and EMC-1 are two of the best cdps in its price class.
Wadia, Audio Aero, Meridian, BAT and BOW
Hi,
i have a Wadia 860 and was considering upgrading to the Wadia 861.
But i could also sell the 860 and buy either the Meridian 588, BAT Vk-D5 SE, the Audio Aero Capitole CDP or the BOW Wizard.
I was wondering if anyone could comment on the above players, and say which ones they would prefer and why.
Cheers
Xav
i have a Wadia 860 and was considering upgrading to the Wadia 861.
But i could also sell the 860 and buy either the Meridian 588, BAT Vk-D5 SE, the Audio Aero Capitole CDP or the BOW Wizard.
I was wondering if anyone could comment on the above players, and say which ones they would prefer and why.
Cheers
Xav