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CD/DVD player advice

Hello to all. If this question is in the wrong location, I apologize. I am presently playing my CD's from an old Sony DVD player. I do want to upgrade this. So, do you find that a DVD such as an OPPO 105, sounds better for playing CD's verses a dedicated cd player of similar cost? I would say that an OPPO 105 that is in good condition,used for say $700 would be my top end. Would you recommend a dedicated cd player, which could also be used, or are the DVD players quite adequate. Right now it would not be connected to a TV. If I do later than the OPPO or something equivalent would be considered. Lets keep pricing down to $700 for either the cd or dvd player. Thankx to all in advance. If you need more info, let me know. Arthur ,
arthurd
randy-11
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So, the question is really:

"Best CD-only player for $700?"

R2R ladder DACs have only recently been displaced by other types, so besides reliability questions, the SQ question is what is the best Ladder DAC based CD player...

The easiest thing is to buy an Oppo - it will sound very good or better and can be returned if you don't like it.

Brands to think about for $700 max would be:
Cambridge Audio
Sony ES
Rega
Denon & Marantz

I like tubes, but I keep them bottled up inside my pre-amp....
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dlcockrum
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http://www.whatsbestforum.com/showthread.php?20804-My-most-complete-improvement-for-Oppo-BDP-105-105D&highlight=coris

http://www.whatsbestforum.com/showthread.php?23502-Oppo-UHD-203-205-modifications-improvements-discussions/page2 post#10

Dave
reubent
3,587 posts
 
Arthur, What is the rest of your system, electronics and speakers? Just curious......
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toddverrone
838 posts
 
If you're after the best choice CD player, you'll probably get better sound from a dedicated CD player. If all the money you're paying is focused just on audio, chances are it will be better than a universal disc player.

That said, I have an opportunity 105 and I love it. I use it as a file player as well and just today decided to mess with tidal. It also replaced a cheap DVD player and Yamaha CD changer, so it tidied up my rack and sounds loads better
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toddverrone
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Ha! I have an oppo 105. I've had many opportunities and hope for many more..
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