I currently have side by side an ARC CD7 ref and a Nagra CDC. The ARC is fuller, analog like. The Nagra is really impressive it digs on the CD finding nuances and detail that no other CD player can find. Which is better? It is not possible to say, both can be used to build fantastic systems. I have compared it with the Reymio 777 of a friend in his system the tonal balance was quite different, the Reymio has more bass and is brighter, but the Nagra was more detailed.
BTW, it is true what they say the CDC sounds much better is single ended (RCA) mode forget the Stereophile review if you do not need balanced mode.
Which one I will keep? Do not know yet ...
BTW, it is true what they say the CDC sounds much better is single ended (RCA) mode forget the Stereophile review if you do not need balanced mode.
Which one I will keep? Do not know yet ...