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IMO the CD5x and Flatcap2x sounds better than the CDX2.

It doesn't to me -> unless x=55.

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Originally posted by ROTF:

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IMO the CD5x and Flatcap2x sounds better than the CDX2.

It doesn't to me -> unless x=55.

IMO the presentation is just different but I don't think the CDX2 really comes into its own until a XPS2 is attached.

Fender (Strat)

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Originally posted by ROTF:

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IMO the CD5x and Flatcap2x sounds better than the CDX2.

It doesn't to me -> unless x=55.

The cdp should stand on its own without £4,750 worth of psu with it.
Yes it is bloody good with a 555ps but the PS COSTS more than the CDP Something wrong there

If it was not for the Banter i would not bother with this thread.PC S say's where he is going.
Then changes his mind.

Get a CDS2....You can pick one up at a bargain price nowadays.
To my ears it is more musical than any of the other Naim cdps with the exception of the CDS3 & CD555 (Homer Simpson drool)......

BTW the CD5 is a bit overpriced unless it's mint with a new transport compliments of Naim.

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Originally posted by pcstockton

I realize the CD3 is old, and most likely not serviceable, but if working well would it be a decent source for a 102-NAPSC-180-Ariva kit?

I plan on using this about 5% of the time so i don't want to spend too much on it.

I am ultimately saving for a Hicap as well, then an HDX or external DAC of high order.

Many thanks for the thoughts.
Patrick

WHY ASK

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$1200 for the CD5 looks a bit high

More than a little.

£1200 is the last selling price that the cd5 went for and if its lateish and you know the history its a fine choice at $1200
You can put a cap on it and its not so far off a cd5x which replaced it,Naim can still service it and I think that could be the best value for 5% listening.
If the cdp was the main source the a cdx/xps would be a great choice to match a 102/180 sonicly and visualy.Mike

A couple of things:
1. The CD3 is old, but servicable (I'm not sure if Naim still do it).
2. munch - are you saying that a CDX2/555PS doesn't beat a CD5x/Flatcap?

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Originally posted by munch:
A Dac is a Dac is a Dac.

Are they? Enlighten me so I may understand. ROTF seems to think they sound different.

I am much enjoying the SNAIT DAC with the SONOS, sounds better than the RCA cable option.

I just want to understand, and you are a well informed senior member with a wealth of knowledge. Please explain if you can.

rega1

Rega, let your ears speak to you. You have been to Promusica, you know what the guys do there. You've listened to Sonos/SN, K8/SN (both 16 and 24 bit), you already know that there is a huge difference between different DAC options. K8/SN>>Sonos/SN (which is quite good). The DAC in the SN is excellent and as you can see/hear the weakness is how the music gets to the DAC not the DAC itself, so something much better than the K8 is required, wheter that's a stand-alone Naim DAC/NS series/HDX into you SN. You also know from listening in Chicago that the Naim CDPs outperform the K8/Sonos/SN combinations by far!!! Even Ken's 24/96 vinyl A/D with the superline recorded through the SN DAC/K8 are still not as good as the CDP (CD5x and up) and these are the best digital playback that I have heard especially after adding the Superline to the Linn and you heard it through the 500 series. The SN DAC gets bashed quite often on the forum and I know I disagree and so does Chicago. Even if/when Naim produces a stand-alone DAC I don't know if they will have dfferent levels like the CDP or a single DAC it will probably be on a parr with the SN DAC maybe slightly better depending on developments and levels of products(s) and it will not be an inexpensive one and probably have other features like A/D conversion so you don't need a K8 to record the vinyl to your NAS.

I've been reading and posting for only a short time and one thing I've seen and provento myself by listening at home and in the store is that you need to form your own opinion despite what's written and furthermore, you have the best resource out there bar none on Clark St.

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Originally posted by gary1:
you have the best resource out there bar none on Clark St.

How true!! I would be heading in today, but there is the taste of Chicago going on, it will be a bit busy. There is a huge vinyl / rare collectable vinyl sale going on somewhere downtown also today. I am going to stay in the burbs this weekend, I have a 10 day vacation coming up from the 4th on through the following week. Taking the girlfriend on a road trip (this money spent should be my stageline upgrade!!!) to northern michigan to see family, do some kayaking, etc.

We will have to get together as I said in the post under my "Nirvana" discussion. Have a good weekend.

rega1

[QUOTE]Originally posted by rega1:
Taking the girlfriend on a road trip (this money spent should be my stageline upgrade!!!)


Rega, I hope you were kidding. Balance in all things!!

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Originally posted by gary1:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by rega1:
Taking the girlfriend on a road trip (this money spent should be my stageline upgrade!!!)


Rega, I hope you were kidding. Balance in all things!!

yes, by all means I was. We had a load of fun, just returned home yesterday. We turned the kit on right away for some music.

rega1

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Originally posted by munch:
WHY ASK

Lesson learned. I will try not to seek advice here.

Thanks for the help everyone. I have a 5x on the way. I have to wait for another month to get the FC2, unless i want to be single. But it is "reserved" for me and waiting.

NAPSC still hasn't arrived , in customs.....
So it will most likely be 2= weeks before I can hear the 5x (came from same dealer).

I wasnt really looking for someone to pick my CDP for me. Just wondering about general pricing and major pitfalls to avoid in picking a CDP when considering the rest of my kit.

I just didn't want to buy a CD5 only to be told it is not recommended with my 102.

I was hoping to avoid things along the lines of "the hicap is too much for a 5x, a FC is much better"

It seems that the 5x, especially with a FC, is a good source for the level of my kit.

thanks again,

Sorry for pissing off a few.

NO to the CD3 It no longer supported by NANA. It would have to go to the UK for service if and when it died. and the cost of the repair and freight would cost about as much as you would spend on it in the first place.

A Flatcap 2x is a great device on the cd5 and if you ever head down the supernait or get anything else, superline, stageline you could use the other half of it to power said device.

Go for the 2x as it can power to devices

cd5/supernait.
supernait/superline. need to try but a superline into a supernait is quite good.

etc etc

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Lesson learned. I will try not to seek advice here.



Sorry for pissing off a few.[/QUOTE]

Please don't take the comments to heart or take them personally. It seems you have obtained your answer and you have made a wise choice, and I am sure you will be happy. Keep asking for advice, and keep passing your opinions along to new members. I value your opinion and help, as do others I am sure....

rega1