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What is the best redbook CD player for 6K to 8K?

I am looking for the best redbook CD player for 6K to 8K that will project a 3 dimensional hologram-like sound image. I am considering the Mark Levinson 390S CD player. I am open for suggestions concerning comparisons between this and other CD players of equal or better sound quality. Universal players are out of the running since I own only redbook CDs. The fickle finger of fate has not made up it's mind about the next generation of media technology. So until then I will be patient and enjoy what I have.
redwoodgarden
kw6
433 posts
 
Try a Linn Ikemi. With the right set up the sound is holographic. Also, the ikemi renders music in an analog manner not stepped like most cd players.*>)
whirly
1 posts
 
It might be a bit cheaper than 6k but I can say that I have had a wonderful experience with my SIM Audio Supernova CDP. The soundstage is very wide and deep and the resolution is precise. I can't say that I have heard a more musical CDP at this price range. It is a delight to listen to and I have no regrets after buying it.
ajahu
306 posts
 
I suggest to try to audition a NAIM cd player. As far as I experienced, this is also a very analogue like cd-player, unlike Levinson or wadia.
bryceeboy
115 posts
 
The new Bluenote Stibbert.
mattkimb96
104 posts
 
I am not going to say it is the best, but don't let the fact that the Ayre CX-5 is an SACD player remove it from your consideration set. The fact it plays SACD's is a bonus. The thing is an unbelievable Redbook performer and is a SIGNIFICANT upgrade to the CX-7e player across every parameter. If I had $6,000 to spend on a CD player I'd get the Ayre and never look back.
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