jwadd21 Posted August 29, 2002 Share Posted August 29, 2002 I can't decide whether I should have a separate DVD player and CD player, or just get a DVD player and use it for cd's. Also, I don't know if I should go for a disc changer if I only get the dvd player, I think I might. Also, should I get one that matched my receiver? like an HK to match an HK, or is that irrelevant? HELP! ------------------ MY SYSTEM Mains: Klipsch RF-3II Center: Klipsch RF-3II Rear L/R: Polk R40 bookshelves(suck)...soon to be Klipsch RS-3II Subwoofers: Dual SVS 25-31CS Subwoofer Amp: Fidek 3002 600w Receiver: Harmon Kardon AVR520 DVD Player: JVC Progressive Scan TV: Toshiba 32A42 32" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrPyro Posted August 29, 2002 Share Posted August 29, 2002 jwadd- It really depends on $$$ and how much you listen to CDs. For casual listening a DVD player would be fine for CDs. If you become more critical on the CD sound, then you can purchase a stand alone CD player. Hope this helps.... -Dave ------------------ Home Theater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwadd21 Posted August 29, 2002 Author Share Posted August 29, 2002 so stand alone cd players have better sound than a dvd player? isnt dvd sound better than cd sound though? and i still have other ?'s up there :-) ------------------ MY SYSTEM Mains: Klipsch RF-3II Center: Klipsch RF-3II Rear L/R: Polk R40 bookshelves(suck)...soon to be Klipsch RS-3II Subwoofers: Dual SVS 25-31CS Subwoofer Amp: Fidek 3002 600w Receiver: Harmon Kardon AVR520 DVD Player: JVC Progressive Scan TV: Toshiba 32A42 32" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwadd21 Posted August 29, 2002 Author Share Posted August 29, 2002 i listen to cd's ALOT, so I think i'll get a stand alone player. what is a good brand to look at? i have been thinking about the marantz cc3000 ------------------ MY SYSTEM Mains: Klipsch RF-3II Center: Klipsch RF-3II Rear L/R: Polk R40 bookshelves(suck)...soon to be Klipsch RS-3II Subwoofers: Dual SVS 25-31CS Subwoofer Amp: Fidek 3002 600w Receiver: Harmon Kardon AVR520 DVD Player: JVC Progressive Scan TV: Toshiba 32A42 32" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximilian Posted August 29, 2002 Share Posted August 29, 2002 Probably the main difference is cost and convenience. If you want to listen to several CDs without getting up to change them, you'll need a changer. DVD's with changers are considerably more expensive than without. You might spend less for a separate CD changer. Definitely, if you don't mind getting up to change CDs, just get a single disk DVD player. I just bought a new HT system. I already have a CD changer, a Pioneer PD-M601 with 6-disk cartridges. I have 6 or 7 extra cartridges where I store CDs grouped by type of music or composer. I plan on keeping it for convenience and bought a single disk DVD player. My old CD changer does not have digital output, though. I don't know if the new ones do or not. Once I get things set up, I'll compare identical CDs to see if the DVD digital output makes a difference. If so, I may stick with playing CDs on the new DVD player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwadd21 Posted August 29, 2002 Author Share Posted August 29, 2002 So so cd's sound better on cd players than dvd players? ------------------ MY SYSTEM Mains: Klipsch RF-3II Center: Klipsch RF-3II Rear L/R: Polk R40 bookshelves(suck)...soon to be Klipsch RS-3II Subwoofers: Dual SVS 25-31CS Subwoofer Amp: Fidek 3002 600w Receiver: Harmon Kardon AVR520 DVD Player: JVC Progressive Scan TV: Toshiba 32A42 32" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audible Nectar Posted August 30, 2002 Share Posted August 30, 2002 "I listen to cd's ALOT, so I think i'll get a stand alone player. what is a good brand to look at? i have been thinking about the marantz cc3000" I don't know much about the Marantz, but an excellent CD player for 2 channel is the Rega Planet. This machine has been discussed ad nauseum in the 2 channel forum, and is available on the used market. It was a big improvement over my DVD machine in 2 channel. My wife is just as impressed with the sound as I am - she no longer uses the DVD for CD playback since the Rega arrived. A simple explanation of the Rega sound: Smooth, yet detailed audio without the digital harshness so common in CD playback. It is the perfect pill to cure the "digital edge" - a very musical machine. Marvelous with Klipsch. I didn't believe there was so much difference either - but when I spotted a Rega Planet in a local pawn shop, I had to bite, given all of the good reviews here. Once hooked up in my system, I was sold in 30 seconds. While it is true that DVD's will satisfy most listener's needs, a separate machine is in order for those who want the best CD playback possible. If you get a Rega and you don't like it, you can always sell it - likely for what you paid for it. Used, it should be available for $450 (or less if you are lucky - I was). You can always get a DVD changer as well if you need the multidisc flexibility. Use the Rega for critical 2 channel listening, use the DVD for video and when the flexibility of a changer is needed (parties, etc). Then you have the best of both worlds. DVD machines can be quite reasonable these days (depending on your other video needs) so it's possible to do both if you need all of the features. You may also be satisfied with the DVD only. I thought I was, until I got the Rega. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T2K Posted August 30, 2002 Share Posted August 30, 2002 Buy a good DVD-Audio player. You'll soon listen to your CD's less and less. Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Palm Posted August 30, 2002 Share Posted August 30, 2002 DVD changers were not available when I got my DVD player. I think if I were to make that purchase now,Iwould get a DVD changer. Even though I would rarely use It movies,changer for CDs would be nice and you would save space in your gear rack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew2 Posted August 30, 2002 Share Posted August 30, 2002 Don't DVD player's sound harsh with CD's?? ------------------ Matthew Klipsch Rocks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Lindsey Posted August 30, 2002 Share Posted August 30, 2002 I 2nd dndphishin's rec for the Rega Planet. I too just bought one for my 2-channel system, and prefer it in a big way over my Panasonic RP-91 DVD-V/DVD-A player for CD playback. I will also agree with Keith however on DVD-A's versus redbook CD's. I use the Panasonic in my Solid State HT rig and DVD-A is very special indeed... Mike ------------------ My Music Systems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeJampton Posted August 31, 2002 Share Posted August 31, 2002 jwadd21, Since you listen to CDs a lot, I would suggest you buy a dedicated CD player. I used to play my CDs on a DVD player until I acquired a Rega Planet. The improvement in sound quality was much more than I expected. At around $400 for a model in first rate condition, I dont think you can go wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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