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In Reply to: Re: Wadia 301 vs Linn Ikemi vs. Cary 306/200 posted by JayNYC on April 10, 2002 at 17:33:30:
yep ...the 306/200 is more upfront and refined sounding. It has a BIG, richer sound, that keeps your attention long after many players have lost it. To me - it sounds closer to the Mark Levinson type of sound then - lets say the meridians or naims. That said - i liked the ML39 but found that - overall - the 306 had an much nicer tonal balance and a sweeter top end (The ML weakest link?). I think the 39 was a bit better down low, were the 306 can come sound just a touch slow. However - IMO it totally justifies it's 'street price'.
the ikemi is leaner and faster, but with less punch although it certainly is more defined - esp in the low frequencies. It has one of the best high frequency's in the business, although it's relaxed presentation can come across (and often does) as a liability. Transparency is a strong point ... even during dynamic peaks. THe ikemi pulse based power supply does not 'gel' well with all equipment and synergy is a must with this player.
Both do HDCD near it's best!!!
When compared to the sound of (my) vinyl - IMO the Ikemi is closer, although neither player can duplicate vinyls extreme frequencies and dynamic range.
TBone
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