Don't overlook the NAD C515BEE.I used one while I searched for another cdp for my main system.At $299.00,it's a steal.I wish I had kept mine because I'm putting together a bedroom system.I'm pretty sure I'll buy another one.
Using Samsung DVD player as CD player?
I'm currently putting together a small audio system for my 110 sq. ft. room, to be used primarily used for classical music. I'll be using PSB Alpha Monitors and a NAD C325BEE Amplifier (see links below), but have been considering just using my DVD player (Samsung 1080P9) as a CD player. Am I crazy? How much will the sound quality be affected?
Many thanks,
Robert
http://www.psbspeakers.com/products/Alpha-Series/Alpha-B1-Monitor
http://nadelectronics.com/products/hifi-amplifiers/C325BEE-Stereo-Integrated-Amplifier/details
http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/tv-video/dvd-players/dvd-players/DVD-1080P9/XAA/index.idx?pagetype=prd_detail&tab=spec
Many thanks,
Robert
http://www.psbspeakers.com/products/Alpha-Series/Alpha-B1-Monitor
http://nadelectronics.com/products/hifi-amplifiers/C325BEE-Stereo-Integrated-Amplifier/details
http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/tv-video/dvd-players/dvd-players/DVD-1080P9/XAA/index.idx?pagetype=prd_detail&tab=spec
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Thanks so much for the responses (to what is admittedly a pretty dumb question). What are the biggest differences between those two NAD players? The C515BEE and the C545BEE? I do primarily listen to classical music---especially newer stuff, with a huge dynamic range, sharp, transient attacks, etc. Relatedly, what are the things that make a CDP better suited to classical music than other types? Is it something locatable in the stats or is it simply a type of sound that a certain manufacturer will strive for? If someone could recommend a good book online hi-fi primer that addresses these things, I'd be greatful! |
I really don't think one player is more suited to a certain type music than any another.I could be wrong,have been before!! The 545 is $499.00 the 515 is $299.00 (new prices) You can do a side by side comparison on the NAD website. http://nadelectronics.com/products/cd-players |
Some DVD players turn off their video functions when they read CD's. This is a fairly modest system, while you might appreciate a difference with a seperate CD player, I don't think the difference will be huge. Depending on how much you need the DVD functions, alternatives include upgrading to DVD player with better CD output, or using an outboard DAC. |
I think I may have found a possible exception! Look at the Denon 3800 BDCI Blu-Ray player at Listenup DOT com. which can be looked up right here on the Gon in the search box. All I will say that beyond it's exceptional BD & DVD performance, I like it better for CD's than my recently sold Rega Apollo. Now I have owned many DVD players & a Samsung Blu Ray player as well as other universal players, and agree that none were as good as cd players. But this Denon had more attention paid to it's analog output performance?? Just a thought, since I think with this one, you can have it all in one box. (And it's build & looks are great as well. |
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