Topic: Best CD Player Under 15k

[lakambini]

Gentlemen:

Please recommend a cdp under 15k (brand new, nos or pre-owned) which you think is stellar for its price.  If possible please mention your partnering equipments.

Tnx

[oweidah]

look no further > http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php?topic=97683.0

way below 15k...pwede ka pa mag-opamp rolling


for brand new, you can try & audition NAD, cambridge audio or marantz entrylevel cd players

[lakambini]

look no further > http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php?topic=97683.0

way below 15k...pwede ka pa mag-opamp rolling


for brand new, you can try & audition NAD, cambridge audio or marantz entrylevel cd players

Sir,

Tnx for your suggestion, if I may ask sir what is your audio set-up?

[oweidah]

Sir,

Tnx for your suggestion, if I may ask sir what is your audio set-up?

amx el34 poweramp 25wpc
bom preamp 6922/6dj8 tubes
onkyo integra dx7711 cdp
victor K2 xlz621 cdp(opamp burrbrown 2132 & 2134)
ribbon planar speakers
bay audio subwoofer
qed s.a.xt wire
qed qunex 1 & 2 ic

[Stagea]

for brand new, you can try & audition NAD, cambridge audio or marantz entrylevel cd players

I totally agree.

Can't go wrong with Marantz CD5003, Cambridge 540C or NAD C515BEE with that budget.

The Marantz CD5001 (predecessor of the CD5003) is also selling for a very low price in some shops.

[lakambini]

I totally agree.

Can't go wrong with Marantz CD5003, Cambridge 540C or NAD C515BEE with that budget.

The Marantz CD5001 (predecessor of the CD5003) is also selling for a very low price in some shops.

Sir

Can you please prices of these cdps?

Tnx

[iiinas]

I totally agree.

Can't go wrong with Marantz CD5003, Cambridge 540C or NAD C515BEE with that budget.

The Marantz CD5001 (predecessor of the CD5003) is also selling for a very low price in some shops.

Sir

Can you please prices of these cdps?

Tnx

marantz cd5001 = 7.9k multicom robinsons pioneer (gold color only)
marantz cd5003 = 16k 5th ave (robinson's midtown); 11k+ image (harrison plaza)
cambridge 340c = 11.8k 5th ave (robinson's midtown)
cambridge 540c = 16k+ 5th ave (robinson's midtown)
nad c515bee = 11.8k hifi lounge (festival mall); 11.8k (mcs)

prices i ask around during the past two weeks. 

the marantz cd5001 is really a good product, pity its gold color, i really wanted a black one. 

[lakambini]

sir tnx 4 d useful info, contmpl8ng on getting 6002 or 640cv2, howevr lagpas budget. Hk hd710? PioPD-D6?

[Stagea]

sir tnx 4 d useful info, contmpl8ng on getting 6002 or 640cv2, howevr lagpas budget. Hk hd710? PioPD-D6?

Ano amp and speakers ikakabit mo sir? Baka kasi may masuggest yung mga kasama natin dito na better match pang guide sa inyong mga papakinggan na gamit. Best pa rin siyempre na ikaw makarinig para sure ka na pasok sa gusto mo.

The 540c v2 is pretty close to the 640c v2 if the budget would accomodate the 540. Based on some listening I've done, the 340c does not seem to sound as 3-dimensional as the 540c v2 / 640c v2, but has a less forward sound (which may suit some people and speakers better).

If you're also interested in playing DVD-A and SACD discs, the DVD89 and DVD99 are excellent bargains. They actually cost less than the CD-only counterparts. They sound smoother and warmer overall, but aren't as intricately revealing. The chassis is also shorter than the rest of the Azur audio lineup (though the face matches). Btw, since they're DVD players, they can play DVDs and the video output is very good imo.

Mura nung nakita ni iiinas na 11k CD5003 sa harrison ah. Solid choice. Nad c515bee gives out a rich warm tone, which I think complements smaller bookshelves (like the partner c315bee amp).

[lakambini]

Ano amp and speakers ikakabit mo sir? Baka kasi may masuggest yung mga kasama natin dito na better match pang guide sa inyong mga papakinggan na gamit. Best pa rin siyempre na ikaw makarinig para sure ka na pasok sa gusto mo.

The 540c v2 is pretty close to the 640c v2 if the budget would accomodate the 540. Based on some listening I've done, the 340c does not seem to sound as 3-dimensional as the 540c v2 / 640c v2, but has a less forward sound (which may suit some people and speakers better).

If you're also interested in playing DVD-A and SACD discs, the DVD89 and DVD99 are excellent bargains. They actually cost less than the CD-only counterparts. They sound smoother and warmer overall, but aren't as intricately revealing. The chassis is also shorter than the rest of the Azur audio lineup (though the face matches). Btw, since they're DVD players, they can play DVDs and the video output is very good imo.

Mura nung nakita ni iiinas na 11k CD5003 sa harrison ah. Solid choice. Nad c515bee gives out a rich warm tone, which I think complements smaller bookshelves (like the partner c315bee amp).

                                      sir, cdp to b partnerd w/ teac avr & bw spkers, looking 4 1 w/ a deep soundstage, hows d sound of ca540cv2?

[Stagea]

                                      sir, cdp to b partnerd w/ teac avr & bw spkers, looking 4 1 w/ a deep soundstage, hows d sound of ca540cv2?

I think the 540c v2 renders a nice stage depth for the price, but they sound quite forward, and can be aggressive when matched with the wrong components. I don't know how your current setup sounds in your room, but if you find it on the warm and laid back side, then this may complement your setup. 5th avenue carries both Teac and Cambridge, you can ask them to hookup a 540c and a Teac receiver for you to give you an idea of how the combination works. They also have Marantz units (mostly older ones though) that you can listen to, to see if their sonic signature works for you.

On the other hand, if you find your current system quite bright, then you can try the NAD C515BEE. It might be able to help tone down your overall sound.

[accastil]

marantz5001 - if u have laidback system
azur540c - if u have laidback system
rotel rcd06 - if u have laidback system
nad c542 - if u have forward/bright system

then again, the definition of laidback and forward or bright sound in systems would vary from person to person

hard to tell pero home audition mo na lang each of these options sir. im sure 1 of this will fit your taste.
goodluck

[ivannn]

cambridge 540c is a good cdp

[accastil]

cambridge 540c is a good cdp

it is, provided your system isnt sounding forward, this cdp would add that floating vocals and emphasis on mids.

in other systems however where the inititial overall sound is already bright and forward, making use of this cdp would just make the singer shout infront of you

really is a matter of synergy and personal choice.

[lakambini]

sir accastil,

player is to be partnered with a teac avr (entry level) and bw speakers(601), what cdp will you suggest?

tnx

[ivannn]

goodluck sa cdp hunting sir lakambini!

[Stagea]

I don't know how Teacs sound, but basing from the DM601 speaks, I'd gravitate towards the NAD (unless you plan to use a sub with these speaks). The NAD may tame the highs a little bit and make the system sound warmer overall.

Aside from ther receiver, take note of your room acoustics. It plays a big part on how your system sounds. Personal preference is another thing to consider.

[accastil]

sir accastil,

player is to be partnered with a teac avr (entry level) and bw speakers(601), what cdp will you suggest?

tnx

very sorry bro but i still havent heard any teac gears yet. as for the 601, i find it somewhere to be in the neutral region, not bright yet not dull. the effect of the teach amp with the 601 together with al the other factors such as your speaker wires, interconnects, room acoustics, and the rest i may have failed to mention should give you that hint of the cdp you want for your system. most of all, your own judgement would tell you what's good and what's not.

the options ive listed are all good for its price(your budget). choosing any of those wouldnt let you down for as long as you have listened to all of them in your own system prior ending on any choice.

i hope it helps.

[lakambini]

what is the local prices of the follwing cd players?


Nad C545BEE


CambridgeAudio Azur 550C


Marantz CD5003

Got any affordable tube cd player?

[JoeyGS]

Got any affordable tube cd player?

Cayin cd50T - Php 28K+, Audio Amplified 

[lakambini]

Cayin cd50T - Php 28K+, Audio Amplified 

Is this the most affordable tube player currently on the market?

[JoeyGS]

Is this the most affordable tube player currently on the market?

Do not know of any other for a new production cd player.

Unless you go for vintage and pre-owned units......but I think they are also pricey.

[accastil]

something to try if you really want it tubey....

get any of the cdp u would like to have with your system and try to qualify if you would like the sound of adding an X10D or X10v3 inbetween the cdp and the linestage preamp.

this is more practical and flexible instead of going for a built in tube output.

just my thought...

[JoeyGS]

+1

something to try if you really want it tubey....

get any of the cdp u would like to have with your system and try to qualify if you would like the sound of adding an X10D or X10v3 inbetween the cdp and the linestage preamp.

this is more practical and flexible instead of going for a built in tube output.

just my thought...

[JoeyGS]

And try the LG dv246k multi format DVD player for only Php2.5k or less.  Great audio reproduction as-is.  Then you can also try connecting it with a tube buffer.   LGDVD 2.5k + X10D 8k = Php 10.5k.......ok na rin

[accastil]

And try the LG dv246k multi format DVD player for only Php2.5k or less.  Great audio reproduction as-is.  Then you can also try connecting it with a tube buffer.   LGDVD 2.5k + X10D 8k = Php 10.5k.......ok na rin

this is a proven great combo.

i am using a marantz dvdp + xdacv3 + x10v3.

[lakambini]

sirs,

thanks sa inputs, ur al very helpful, what is an x-10d

[accastil]

sirs,

thanks sa inputs, ur al very helpful, what is an x-10d

its an output buffer which happens to make use of tubes. there are other output buffers using SS which serves the same purpose....to maximize power transfer from source to pre-amp.

note that not all systems would gain sonic improvement from using them. others would swear that a buffer actually ruined their system synergy

to me and most other with experience to it, its a wonder.

[JoeyGS]

The tube buffer also serves to resolve the input and output impedances of the 2 connecting components and helps improving the synergy. And mostly, in my experience, you will hear an increase in gain and as well as improved sonics.

[sx_abella]

CD5003 - SRP PHP15,000. Pwede mo siya i-order kay Mickey Tang. I believe may thread siya dun sa amplifier section. HTH