Quote Originally Posted by Wezinator
I've read a lot of threads here regarding CD players; SACD, HDCD, 2 channel vs multi-channel, DVD-A & Universal players and am confused. I upgraded my home theater with B&W DM603 S3's & matching center in a 7.1 configuration using a Denon AVR 2805, playing DVDs and CDs on a Denon 910 single disk player. I don't own any SACD's, HDCD's or DVD-A's. Budget is $500 for the source. Considering a demo Rotel RCD-1072 or NAD 521BEE. I could spend a bit more and get a Denon DVD 2910 to improve both DVD playback CD's, or wait a year for CD formats, etc to become more resolved. Goal is to hear the best possible music out of my new B&W's. Suggestions? Sorry for a long first thread from a novice.

Hi there...welcome to the hobby. Nice system that you've put together


Like some others have mentioned...looking into a new transport may not be the best solution for you, albeit good advice just the same. But a new CDplayer or DAC does sound like a nice option for you. Like was mentioned, you've already got a transport if you've got the DIGital out on your current player, so you have the option of adding a seperate DAC.

Used and demo is also a good way to save money (you just want to be sure that there aren't any problems...and that the seller is reputable). This may be contrary to what many say...but I've owned two NAD cd players and both were poor sounding. I've never heard a CD player so veiled and closed in than the two NAD cdp's that I owned. ANY cd or dvd player would easily perform better. (note that there was nothing wrong with either player and they were in good working condition). Looking at your system...you may like a used Rega Planet. But you have got plenty of options out there...


good luck

dan