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CDP choices-Looking for advice

Hi everyone,

In the market for a new CDP for my 2-channel setup.
-95% redbook playback but SACD and BD would be nice bonus as a all in one unit. I will also need to address video options aswell for watching mostly concert DVD's
-I do not want to sacrifice 2ch playback with a universal player.
-Budget 1500+/-

Players/scenerios under consideration.
Oppo 83SE-bang for buck award winner?$900 roughly
Marantz SA8003-Price is right+Oppo 80 or 83 for BD $1300-$1500
Marantz SA15s2-Sure looks sweet+Oppo 80 or 83 for BD $1700-$2000

Is there that much of an improvement on redbook cd's as I go up the scale?
I understand at some point there is diminishing return, just not sure where that is in this line up.

Thanks for the advice!
clmojo
mitch2
1,911 posts
 
If you can stretch your budget just a little, I would upgrade the CDP 0.6 recommended by Drrsutliff above to the Lector CDP 7TL. Even the first generation 7TL machine is likely to be an improvement over the 0.6 due to the outboard and beefier power supply. For information, Lector made improvements from the MkI to the MkII in the power supply, chassis damping, and top drawer slider. The only difference from MkII to MkIII was changing the DAC board to accomodate the BB PCM-1704 24-bit chipset instead of the PCM-63 20-bit chipset. If you can swing it, the MkIII is the player to get IMO. As mentioned above regarding the 0.6, the 7TL is also an exceptional value for the price.
clio09
2,978 posts
 
Resolution Audio Opus 21. Redbook only, but has a digital input that accepts 24/96 for DVP playback and computer. Uses the highly regarded BB 1704 chips. They are usually $1500 - $1700 used.
clmojo OP
3 posts
 
I appreciate everyone's repsonse, but not only am I more confused with all the choices, I'm worried about my grammer.
jig
160 posts
 
Regarding Buconero117's post, I have been unable to locate the Sony595 on the Sonystyle website. It shows as discontinued. If it is still available please provide a link or stop recommending a player that is no longer available.
gjrad
142 posts
 
I agree with Mitch2 as I also own a Lector 7TL, MK1 version, this is an exceptional CD player, roll in some Telefunken 12at7s and you have a first rate CD player with looks to match. MK1 versions can be found for $1500 to $1600, definietly worth the price.
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