Ryan,

I have owned the original Rega Planet and now the Planet 2000. Both players are very smooth. Planet 2000 has more detail. Maggies can be a little harsh with the highs. The Planet helps in this area. I currently have Martin Logan Scenarios and the difference is pretty clear. I haven't owned any of the other units you mentioned, though each is well respected. A lot of good has been said about the AR Complete Amp; but the CD player is a bit of an unknown. It will probably come down to how much you want to spend and aesthetics.

Craig

audiovoice February 25, 2004 02:15

I understand your Dynaudio situation. I know a person with Dynaudio 1.3 Mk III, he uses over 200 watts to power and has a REL Storm subwoofer to get the sound he is looking for.

Given your small room, I would suggest the Infinity INTERMEZZO 2.6 Speaker 2-way 6.5" woofer bookshelf speaker (<$2000). Dont let the 6.5" woofer fool you. See review in Absolute Sound magazine. It is small and very efficient (90db) speaker that includes a 250 watt powered woofer with RABOS filter to smooth out small room bass modes. Swap out your heavy duty Musical Fidelity separates for the small 80 watt A3.2 integrated amp (<$1500). With the Infinity speakers, you will not need the power in your room. If you still need more bass pickup the REL Strata III (<$1300). I guarantee you will achieve clean loud sound in your room at a reasonable price.

Also see my other posting "Best of Absolute Sound and Stereophile Under $5k"

Let me know what you think of these suggestions

audiovoice May 15, 2003 02:41

Sc53 I am glad that you enjoyed reviewing my system. The challenge is always to design a system to meet musical objectives at a competitive price. Its very easy to design a $15,000 system. It takes little creativity or imagination. I have designed many systems for friends and associates to meet their musical and cost objectives. It always comes down to optimizing overall performance and eliminate weak links in the system. This system really does sound great in the context of my particular musical objectives.

audiovoice October 24, 2001 23:01