Cheapskate seeks enlightenment

Posted by: Bhoyo on 23 September 2003

I'm still running a steam-driven Linn Karik, and am reluctant to spend more than $1k to replace the beast. So what makes most sense? A secondhand Numerik, or a new sub-$1,000 CDP?

I realise that saving up for a Naim CDP would probably be the popular choice here. But I want to spend my dosh NOW!Razz

Any and all suggestions gratefully received.

Thanks,
Davie
Posted on: 23 September 2003 by NB
Good advice Alex!!

Regards

NB
Posted on: 23 September 2003 by Bhoyo
I have looked for a s-h CD3.5, with no luck so far. How would a Music Hall CD25 compare? Or a Rega Planet?
Posted on: 23 September 2003 by Paul Ranson
A Karik is a top end player, there's no point in replacing it with a junior Naim. You need to be thinking CDS2/3 at least.

Perhaps get a Numerik, they're very cheap and very good.

Paul
Posted on: 23 September 2003 by prowla
Perhaps 1000+Karik = CDX ?
But have a listen first.
Maybe a Numerik will be right for you.
Depending upon the rest of your system you may find a Naim CD player either exciting or shouting at you!
Personally I've made the choice and have Naim electrics and Linn speakers.
(BTW, having a Naim system and living in Florida sounds just about perfect to me...)

Paul Rowlands
Posted on: 24 September 2003 by Bhoyo
Thanks for the advice. I'm considering a s-h Numerik for $700. But the more I investigate the choices, the harder it gets. I'm now salivating over modified Music Halls (don't know if they're available in the UK) and Jolidas. Today it'll be something else.

Prowla:

As a boy from wet and grey Glasgow, I can tell you that Florida definitely has its plus points. Cool
Posted on: 24 September 2003 by Toksik
Davie, you like your KARIK(?); i took the sensible route and bought an IKEMI. have a listen then decide.you might just get a wee surprise!.my local dealer doesn't stock NAIM gear so i can't really give any advice on these cd players.
Posted on: 24 September 2003 by Not For Me
Davie,

A Numerik would be a good choice, as it gives you more of what you bought the Karik for.

I have used the original and the later SPS version and both are a useful upgrade.

They do work with Naim amps, using one of the Chord cables, or a Naim ones with the DIN chopped off and phonos put on.

DS

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Posted on: 24 September 2003 by Bhoyo
quote:
Originally posted by TOKSIK:
Davie, you like your KARIK(?); i took the sensible route and bought an IKEMI.

In my defence, it was about 12 years ago. From your address, I'm not totally surprised you're a Linnie. Wink

I'm also auditioning new 282/250, have to get my LP12 serviced, and need to replace or rebuild my trusty Troika.

Mucho dinero, amigos.