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Musical fidelity A5.5 Vs Arcam CD 37
The tubes that came with my CDP were Electro Harmonix 6922, not Philips. 
Musical fidelity A5.5 Vs Arcam CD 37
I believe that the big changes in the sound were in the first 40 or 50 hours. Didn’t notice sound changes after that.The problem was the noise, the sound was grainy and harsh, but now finally is OK. What remove the noise were the Herbie’s Audio ul... 
Musical fidelity A5.5 Vs Arcam CD 37
Now that I have the MF A5.5 for a week and a half, I have another question. How many hours to break-in this CDP? My estimate is that it has now about 80 hours playing, can I expect more changes in the sound? 
smooth warm CDP with SACD
Arcam CD37 has 2 ch SACD, can't help you with the price. 
smooth warm CDP with SACD
I auditioned the Arcam CD37 and it may be inline with what you are looking for.It was in a store at an unfamiliar environment to me. I particularly like the bass, dry and very well controlled. I found the sound a little harsh but I blamed the rest... 
Musical fidelity A5.5 Vs Arcam CD 37
Regarding the prices, availability (I don’t have now a decent player, the 3930 went back to repair) and internet reviews I narrow my choice two these to players.I can only get a good price for MF (cheaper them the Arcam) over the Internet, and I d...