"Tat Chan" wrote in message
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"Trevor Wilson" wrote in message
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**Dream on. The 965BX had a number of limitations and strengths. An
Arcam
will blow it away. As will more recent Rotels.

Trevor, could you elaborate on the limitations and strengths? Or is
this well documented in the Google groups archives?

**I have no idea if it is well documented. I only speak on behalf of my own
experiences. The 965BX is noisy. Around 80dB S/N. The noise signal is
supersonic, but unacceptable.


I haven't had to chance to do any AB comparisons between the Rotel and
other (newer) CD players. I know you hold the older 971 in high
regard, have you had the chance to compare it with the newer
1060/1062?

**Nope. The 971 was a significantly better player than the 965 though. I
would expect the newer players to be better again. Whether that betterness
(I wonder what my spellchecker will do with that?) will translate into
superior sound quality, is a whole 'nuther issue. I just wanted to make the
point that the 965 was flawed.

Additionally, the Arcams are very good sounding players. I suggest you
shortlist them.


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Trevor Wilson
www.rageaudio.com.au