The DV-7600 plays CD, SACD, DVD-Audio and DVD-Video. This player is the best-sounding universal disc player for under a grand. Whether you listen to 2 channel stereo or Multi-Channel Surround Sound, the DV-7600 has you covered. Marantz has included all the audiophile touches, like their proprietary HDAM Analog Output Stages for all channels, a double-layered bottom chassis, a thoroughly isolated transport, upgraded audiophile DAC chipsets, Marantz “Pure Direct” mode for audio-only playback, bass management for both SACD and DVD-Audio and a detachable power cord. This player is an excellent CD player and SACD and DVD-A playback are icing on the cake
Cayin a-88t
...What struck me right away was the Cayin's immediacy - a lifelike quality that was nearly like the sound of a single-ended-triode (SET) amp. (The Mac MC-275 is like that, too)...There was another similarity between the A-88T and the MC-275: ballsy bass. The Cayin's bass was exceptionally well controlled and extended for a tube amp. When a tube amp gets bass right, it gets it very right - ripe, rich, full-bodied. The Cayin did. I do like tight bottom ends...This amp was silent. There was very little background noise, either - a bugaboo with some tube amps (and solid-state models, too). For $1889-$1995, the Cayin A-88T's price, design, build quality, and sound are exemplary...it looks beautiful, and it looks beautifully built.
Focal Profile 908
The Profile spirit shines in the appearance of the 908: advanced technologies, innovation at all levels, but also beauty in the curves and compact size. Musical and aesthetic, the Profile 908 expresses a great
Strightwire Cable Maestro
Maestro II, the reference coated copper cable, opens the door to unsurpassed resolution. Supermicroporus Foam Teflon insulation exhibits extraordinary bass tonality with effortless dynamics. Level 4 research and technology abound in this highly evolved, award-winning design. Interfaces highly neutral components synergistically. Available in twin symmetrical coaxial version, BMI specifically designed for balanced use. XLR (balanced termination available)
Straightwire Cable Maestro
Maestro II, with Supermicroporus Foam Teflon insulation in a Symmetrical Coaxial design, paints one of the most expansive, precisely defined soundstages available. Ideal for ultra pure systems which require critical resolution, Maestro II leaves no detail to chance. A recommended classic.
SHUNYATA VENOM
The latest addition to Shunyata's award winning line-up of power cords, theVenommay be inexpensive, but this is no budget cable. Made from 12 gauge high-grade copper conductors, cryogenically treated with 100% coverage aluminum foil shield for EMI/RFI rejection and custom manufactured connectors this extremely flexible, great sounding power cord will give you a taste of what Shunyata
I wanted to pipe in and agree with Daveyf. Experimention with speaker placement will be the next important step after the system has played for a little while. I think that you will want adequate space between the two speakers and proper alignment and distance from the rear wall. I am constantly surpirsed how much of a differnce this makes and really recommend that you spend an hour or two making this a top priority. Do not get discouraged; keep persisting until your really happy with the sound. And use that measuring tape!!!
