Hi,

The music room I've been talked about is going to involve substantial work on the room, moving and getting new furniture and so forth. Given the level of investment, I've decided to set up a 'trial horse' system. I've ordered a pair of Axiom M2i's, which I'll hook into an older Sony stereo receiver (i.e. no internal DAC's). The speakers will go on stands and allow me to experiment with the idea, furniture and speaker placement, as well as experience Axiom speakers and service. I figure that if I ultimately go with an Axiom system, the M2's will become the rear surrounds.

My immediate need is a decent budget CD player. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.