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Hi,

I'm in the process of upgrading my audio system from casual-listening
components to entry-level audiophile components. Right now, I am
planning to get a CD-recorder to digitize my analog recordings (about
700 albums - LPs and cassette). I would also prefer if I could use the
CD-recorder as my main CD-player. My budget is around $500-600. After
some searching on the Internet, I have narrowed my choices down to
three. I am looking for some input or suggestions about these choices.

1) Denon CDR W1500: Not a pro-model (needs music CD-R). Good reviews
on the Internet saying that it's a good player too.

2) Tascam CDRW 900SL or Tascam CDRW750: Pro-model. Works with all
blank CD-R media.

3) Marantz CDR 632: Pro-model. Works with all blank CD-R media.

For 2 and 3, I am not sure about playback quality because there aren't
that many Internet reviews for them. Is their playback quality
comparable to the Denon, or for that matter, to an entry-level ($300-
ish) NAD or Cambridge Audio CD player? Also, how do 2 and 3 compare
with each other?

Finally, a slightly OT question: Is it possible to burn CD-R discs on
a DVD recorder? (for example, Philips DVDR 3576 specs say that it can
burn only DVD media, no CD-R media)

Some more info: I don't need pro-features on the CD-recorder - just
track splitting and basic track editing should be fine. I'd prefer if
I could use general purpose (not music-only) CD-R-s. I don't need mp3,
HDCD or DVD playback or models with a HDD.I am not interested in
computer audio at this point and I've used several digital audio
processing software and hardware over the last 8 years.

Current system:
Tape deck: Nakamichi 600, Pioneer CT W616
Turntable: Goldring GR 1.2
Pre-amp: Rotel RB 980BX
Monitors: Mackie HR 824
CD player: looking to upgrade from Pioneer DV 525.

-P