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Digital Drive: REVIEW: Marantz CC4300 CD Player/Recorder by machani Upsamplers, DACs, jitter, shakes and analogue withdrawals, this is it. |
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Model: CC4300 Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $299 Description: 5 Disk CD changer. Also plays CD-R Manufacturer URL: Marantz Model Picture: View
Review by machani ( A ) on July 18, 2005 at 17:37:33
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for the CC4300
This is follow up review of the Marantz CC4300, after replacing the stock power cord.
By replacing the stock 18AWG power cord with DHLabs T-14 (14AWG silver plated OFC) cable, I found there is a very nice improvement in clarity, dynamics and soundstage. There is better layering and the sound is more organic now. This is true whether I use this player as a dedicated CD player or as a transport mechanism with an external DAC.The chassis needs to be opened in order to replace the power cord. The cord can then be easily unplugged from the internal power supply and replaced.
Also, there are further improvements to be gained by changing the operational amplifier. Check out strictlyamateur's posts ( http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/m.mpl?forum=tweaks&n=119198 ) for more information.
Product Weakness: See my original review. Definately replace the stock power cord. Product Strengths: See my original review.
Associated Equipment for this Review: Amplifier: Cayin TA-30 with Sonicaps, Tung Sol 12Ax7, JJ 12Au7, stock EL34 tubes Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): TAD-150 (Tube Audio Design) Sources (CDP/Turntable): Marantz CC4300 Speakers: Quad 22L Cables/Interconnects: Silver SST (DIY by Greg Weaver) Music Used (Genre/Selections): Jazz, blues, rock, classical Room Size (LxWxH): 18 x 14 x 9 Time Period/Length of Audition: 2 days (with new power cord) . Have player for 9 months. Other (Power Conditioner etc.): Panamax, DIY by Chris VenHaus Power Cords for amp/preamp Type of Audition/Review: Home Audition
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Topic - REVIEW: Marantz CC4300 CD Player/Recorder - machani 17:37:33 07/18/05 ( 0)