[Mher6]

I'm looking for a general list of CDP's in the $1200-1600 range (prefer new, but CAN be used..arcam, naim, ayre, rega, azur, etc.). I'm looking for something that will give me real sweet/smooth mid range and a well defined bass (not necessary lots of it though). Lots of detail and a large soundstage is always good, but I'm big on clarity and separation. If anything, I'd like to improve on the overall sound of the E5. I've had my eye on the Arcam FMJ CD36 and Azur 840c for awhile. Any comparisons or comments on these players?

Please, any input would be great.

 

[HiWire]

I'm getting the Arcam FMJ CD36 this week. I'll post impressions as it burns in.

 

[vcoheda]

unfortunately i don't have a lot of experience with and not have done much research about players in that price range. i know the 840C has been getting very good reviews from professionals and from users on audio sites. that would be one to definitely consider. it is also balanced, which is a very nice feature at that price.

 

[socrates63]

Try pinging pabbi1 as he owns both the 840C and E5.

 

[Mher6]

I've already made up my mind and the 840c will be opened on Christmas day

 

[SK138]

Other question is: black or silver?

I have the lovely silver. Give it plenty time to burn-in.

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Originally Posted by Mher6 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I've already made up my mind and the 840c will be opened on Christmas day

 

[Mher6]

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Originally Posted by SK138 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Other question is: black or silver? I have the lovely silver. Give it plenty time to burn-in.

Silver, baby

I was deciding between black and silver, with a slight edge towards the silver. I called Audio Advisor and they only had silver in stock, so that worked in my favor.

 

[decur]

have the e5 modded by reference audio mods

 

[Mher6]

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Originally Posted by decur /img/forum/go_quote.gif have the e5 modded by reference audio mods

Eh...little late.

 

[recca]

That 840C is so tempting. I'm glad it has digital inputs, it just seems to make a lot of sense considering the technology built into it. Congratulations!

 

[tensaichen]

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Originally Posted by SK138 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Other question is: black or silver? I have the lovely silver. Give it plenty time to burn-in.

How much time for burn-in? Mine is arriving tomorrow . . . and I don't think I can wait until Xmas to open it up

 

[Mher6]

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Originally Posted by tensaichen /img/forum/go_quote.gif How much time for burn-in? Mine is arriving tomorrow . . . and I don't think I can wait until Xmas to open it up

Be strong! Mine is sitting under the tree right now...wait with me

 

[SK138]

You guys are silly

Just open it up and let it burn in for 2-3 hundred hours and enjoy the lovely sound. You know it's not going to do that under the tree

I just hope my GSX will be here before Christmas time.

 

[ninjapixie]

How about you let it burn in continuously until xmass. First listen on xmass day!

 

[Happy Camper]

Sneak the power cord into the tree and plug it into the lighting power. Let it burn under the tree

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