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AA DDE v3.0 vs. newer stuff
I agree with Ben, the AA stuff are more natural sounding,than the PT stuff. 
for a total of 5000$ for used equip.
For 5k this will be the system If I were you.Amp Jolida Integrated $1200CD Player Jolida JD100 $700 usedSpeakers Diapason Adamantes $1700 used.Cables used audience maestro or conductor.Just IMHO. 
Guidance for a college student...
Aroc, Ive heard the DNA1 before, I think the Le amp arebetter,The Audio Alchemy OM 150,is not comparableto the Le amp,The Le amp monos are very close to my PliniusSA100,they are good. But they dont know them here atAgon,Check Harmonicdiscord.com.I... 
Others using Whatmough speaker?
Albert let me audition couple of models,and I listento Home Theater set, for the price they are hard tobeat,I heard the HT set up, At Van L here in Chicago,I think Albert knows that, And Albert is a very niceperson to deal with.I have not seen Him... 
Sony SCD-1 or BAT VK-D5 / D5SE
Jmcgrogan,you dont need to spend $1700 call Dansee what,He can do to your 9000es,honestly my modded sonyeven on redbook,it does the holographic sound, I havebeen looking for.What do you have to lose.Dan is a nice guy. 
Interconnect to tame bright sounding CDP
Try Audience cables. 
listener fatigue? go analogue.
Sometimes it also depend on the musicality and the setup of the system,A month ago I changed my ic on my (vynil)second system, not realising the system did improvedso much in terms of musicality,involvement,synergisity,I did not even evalute, when... 
listener fatigue? go analogue.
Couple of weeks ago my friend and I, We end up listeningto both of my system,My reference system is where mydigital front end,my friend made a comment, thatmy reference system is so musical, natural sounding,and enjoyable to listen.Then He request... 
Analysis Plus Crystal ovals vs. Nordost Valhalla??
JBAtlanta, take it easy , as long as you are happy,the credit card can be melted,I did not listen tomy system for two days,I wasnt happy at all,Enjoythe hobby to refresh.Iam glad you like the Valhalla,I want to have a taste of them someday. 
Best digital cable below $500
Kimber AGDL, and Kimber D60, Kimber orchid, this aremy favorite, Gfroman I agree with you. 
Sony SCD-1 or BAT VK-D5 / D5SE
Akaddict, Iam glad you ask about the imaging, detail,midrange purity,In my system,according to the guy who brought the BAT,my sony 9000es unmodded that time,ismore detail and transparent,and ,BAT imaging I thinkis better, Bat palpability is a bit ... 
CD Players $1,000 - $1,500 US - any info on Talk?
I second Muralman,the JD100 is good. 
Sony SCD-1 or BAT VK-D5 / D5SE
Jwin,I cant blame, if there are skeptic on mod,becauseit can be expensive,its a risk also,the secret isget a good modifier,reliable,with good reputation,Inmy case I did my homework,calling audiophile, whohave the experience,In return I helped thos... 
Sony SCD-1 or BAT VK-D5 / D5SE
John no offense at all, you are gentlemen,I respect youropinion and whatever gear and musical taste, I agreevynil is superior,but too much work, I do have anothersystem ,where I only play LP,I have MMF5,art audio preamp,and plinius amp,Diapason ad... 
Cobalt cable theory on bi-wiring. Fact or fiction?
SeanTaylor99, I think you are right,I know someone,who has a set up, like the one you are describing.Yes it sounds good the layering, the depth, the air,vocal is world class.I read about this active thing,I am not sure, if its on DECWARE web.Activ...