Cambridge Audio 640c

[blackraven]

For anyone interested. Audio Advisor has the 640c on sale for $399 down from $649. They also have the Parasound Halo D 3 DVD/SACD player on sale for $1500 off the regular price of $2,500. Its selling for $999.

[02audionoob]

And Spearit Sound currently has the 640c for $399 with free shipping.

[tony340]

Blackraven, how is the 640c? How would you compare it to the 8003? Sorry to be a pain in the ass, but i just want to weigh my options, does it compare similar to the more expensive Cambridge Audio players?

[blackraven]

Tony, go with the Marantz. If you were considering the 740c or the 840c, I would recommend those over the Marantz for their better detail, transparency and treble. The 8003 is a very good CDP, its has very good bass, clarity and warmth. Its tube like in sound IMO. Plus, it has the added benefit for 2ch SACD.

[tony340]

Thanks again, you guys have really put me on the right track.. I was also reading a lot of good reviews on the Rotel RCD 1072 and its going for USD560 at the moment.. The reviews were very good, but i wonder how good a player it really is? Anyone?

[Ajani]

Thanks again, you guys have really put me on the right track.. I was also reading a lot of good reviews on the Rotel RCD 1072 and its going for USD560 at the moment.. The reviews were very good, but i wonder how good a player it really is? Anyone?

There are a lot of good CD players to choose from in the $500 + price range... The Rotel is a one of many good CD players... It would have a good synergy with your Rotel Integrated and would be a step up from your Marantz CD5001...

At the end of the day, you'll just have to take a chance and pick one... if you have the opportunity to audition any, then I suggest you do so first...

[tony340]

Thanks Ajani.. Yes i agree, finally i have to make a decision, but i think i will wait, take some listening to these players and then decide, for the moment i have decided to get either the 8003 or the Rotel.. Cheers