Read reputable reviews! Oppo 83SE, still strong with Schitt DC, although largely unnecessary. Vintage Linn....like buying a used Rolls Royce.
Has anyone had on of these CD players? How good are they?
Are the older Sony CD players very good? Even as just a transport paired with a good/great DAC?
CDP-X7ESD. CDP-507ESD or CDP-X707ES
Your thoughts?
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I recently ( within the last 6 months) acquired a Sony XA777ES. I have to say that I have been a total believer in analog sound and have dedicated my systems to 90% vinyl listening. This CD player is absolutely astonishing. Although SACD capable the many red book CDs that I have sound unbelievable on it and closely approximate the analog vinyl experience that I have with really excellent equipment. If you can get a good deal on one of these things, you should not hesitate. |
I’ve wanted the Sony XA7ES, but not without a spare laser, and they are unobtanium. If I buy one, it might run just fine for twenty years, or it might die within an hour. And then I’ll be left with an amazingly intricate expertly designed and constructed expensive boat anchor. If I can find the laser… |
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