Arcam CD5 CD player cannot do gapless playback (EDIT - software update now available - see post 86)

[Deleted member 201267]

Disagree, one should rightfully assume a CDP should play gapless CDs, and I've only heard of two that didn't do it - the CD5 of-course, and Emotiva's one and only CDP.

Arcam have issued a fix, but it's otherwise unacceptable.

And if a manufacturer does not explicitly state this on their spec sheet then they're being DISHOHEST.

I'll give you one example - an ultra high end company of optical vinyl cartridges were open about the fact that they won't play coloured vinyl records.

Gapless CD playback should be 100% expected from consumers - and if it can't then the manufacturer should explicitly say so.

Couldn't of put that better myself.

 

[davidf]

I'll give you one example - an ultra high end company of optical vinyl cartridges were open about the fact that they won't play coloured vinyl records.

Never knew that was the case. Having said that, I’ve nor read any reviews, which I guess would’ve uncovered that info…

 

[manicm]

Never knew that was the case. Having said that, I’ve nor read any reviews, which I guess would’ve uncovered that info…

I can't remember the name, but I think a few of the UK mags reviewed it.

 

[Gray]

Never knew that was the case. Having said that, I’ve nor read any reviews, which I guess would’ve uncovered that info…

Neither did I.
And, funny enough, I've just this minute been looking at this review.
Ken Kessler describes it as better than the best cartridge he's ever heard (and he's heard a few).
For the price (with its necessary equalizer) I wouldn't expect any such limitation.
Not sure whether this plays coloured vinyl - nor did I read the entire review, so I don't know if it was mentioned.....but perhaps it should have been:

DS Audio Grand Master EX Cartridge

How to upgrade the 'ultimate' optical pick-up? By fitting the Grand Master with a single-piece diamond cantilever and stylus. We take the GM Extreme for a drive... It's too easy to presume, just because only one change separates a new model from an earlier one, that assessing it will be a...

www.hifinews.com

 

[Oxfordian]

This is how WHF review kit so not a quick listen at home.

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Awesome, thanks for posting this, if they do follow this at all times then they have no excuse.

 

[Oxfordian]

Did I had a problem with your writing long phrase? Remind me because I dont remember.

And if you dont have valuble argument blame the shoes.

I have absolutely no idea what you are talking about, I ask a simple question and get this as a response.

Sorry but you have left me totally confused.

 

[manicm]

It's basically shoddy software, that's becoming more prevalent.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVEmahyfhQU

 

[Deleted member 201267]

It's basically shoddy software, that's becoming more prevalent.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVEmahyfhQU

Even that cheapo Grundig effort does gapless !

As demonstrated with the CD being played it is essential for certain music types...

 

[podknocker]

It is shocking. The integration of firmware, with the transport's optics, servo and laser, shouldn't be an issue these days. CD is (yawn) 41 years old.

If a £50 portable stereo can manage gapless, then your swanky £5000 player should.

It's a sad fact, but many people are drawn towards expensive kit, under the impression that it must be much better quality and fit for purpose.

I've been there and had my fingers burnt many times. I'm so wary and careful these days, but sometimes you do need mistakes to learn from and they can be expensive ones.