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Big Difference Between The C200 & C46 and C2200
TAS recently reviewed the C46 and C2200 (paired with respective tube/SS amps). 
Classic Rock Listener - Help me build my system
Naim gear is often preferred for rock because of its drive (prat). You might consider a demo of the Naim CD5i CD player. 
Sistrum or Neuance or...?
I have both Sistrum and Neuance and both work great! Take your pick, you win or you win. Trust your ears! 
beware ipod
My iPod has wqorked flawlessly for months. I store the music files on an external hard drive and just move the tunes I want to the iPod from there. 
Help Where to start with jazz?????
http://www.jazzlist.org/ 
Help Where to start with jazz?????
Wow, thanks for all the responses. It's really overwhelming! Just in the past few minutes I've enjoyed songs by BEN ALLISON, BABATUNE LEA, AKIRA TANA, LEE MORGAN, DONALD BYRD... Where does the good news stop!I did see Ken Burns documentary last ye... 
Headphone System CD Player Recommendations Please
The HD650 is better. Naim dealers won't discount products, at least in my experience; perhaps they would on whole systems. You can refer to the Naim North America web site for rpices. www.naimusa.com 
Headphone System CD Player Recommendations Please
Naim CD 5i! Just switched to it and love it. Also consider the CDX2, but more money, but also upgradable with seperate power supply. The CD 5i sounds natural but with good energy to the music. It really draws me in. Better than the Marantz. Also c... 
Jolida JD100...giant killer or all hype?
I have the Jolida JD100 and now have the Naim CD5i, and prefer the Naim. It's more than the Jolida, but within your 2K budget. It also now has RCA outs so it's easier to fit into systems. It's a warm, dynamic, detailed player. The Jolida is great ... 
Upgrade cable for Senn 600s??
Second Stefan Audioart Equinox cable. You just pop them in! 
Best CD Player for Classical Music?
Jdaniel, What SACD player do you have? Chamber and solo music is my main interest. I know there is a growing catalog of SACD classical titles. My first experience with live classical music, and how sweet it can be, was at Davies Symphony Hall wher... 
Best CD Player for Classical Music?
This is great information. The Wadia seems to crop up in other contexts as well, but I wonder if it may be too forward for headphjone use or too bright, though many recommend modding it to alleviate these issues. FWIW, I tend to prefer a mid-hall ... 
Review: Audio Note DAC 2.1x Balanced DA converter
Jack, Glad you found something that really caught your attention. The AN DAC caught my attention that way too. I think they know what they believe in and strive to meet that goal. Unfortunately, I'm banned by my wife from any upgrades to my main s... 
Who's the Cadillac of Hi-End Audio?
Whatever Mac is, it continues to get rave reviews. Latest TAS loves the new stuff. Beyond reproach. Funny story: my grandfather drove Cadillacs all his life. he would never buy a Lexus because it looked too much like a Chevy. Go figure. 
Looking for a DAC change
I actually have an Audio Note DAC in my main system. I've tried it with the headphone system and it accomplishes what I'm looking for, but it also is too forward for headphone listening where it comes across as truly in your face. So I'm probably ...