Demoed Cambridge Audio Azur 851a today along with Roksan Caspian M2 and Musical Fidelity M3si.
Used a CA 752Bd and Roksan something-or-other standmounts.
Not much between them but the CA 851a was detailed, smooth and easy to listen to.
I don't do 'foot tapping' but did to a couple of tracks.
Choice now between CA 851a, Icon Audio ST 40 and Marantz PM-14s1.
Marantz is now a Special Edition costing about £1800.
CA 851a is only £1200, less for 'open box'.
ST 40 is about £1800.
Heart says ST 40
Head says CA 851a
Used a CA 752Bd and Roksan something-or-other standmounts.
Not much between them but the CA 851a was detailed, smooth and easy to listen to.
I don't do 'foot tapping' but did to a couple of tracks.
Choice now between CA 851a, Icon Audio ST 40 and Marantz PM-14s1.
Marantz is now a Special Edition costing about £1800.
CA 851a is only £1200, less for 'open box'.
ST 40 is about £1800.
Heart says ST 40
Head says CA 851a