Esoteric DV50S, Any Plans to Discontinue?


I'm interested in upgrading my Mark Levinson No. 39 to the Esoteric DV50S. I'm considering this highly regarded machine for it's 2-channel redbook CD and Video playback ability. I don't do multi-channel audio.

I've notice the used prices falling for this unit, and also some retailers are agressively discounting the price on new players.

Has anyone heard any information about why the prices of these machines are softening? Or, the future of the DV50S? Is a discontinuation or model change being planned?

Thanks.
george3

Showing 1 response by newmanoc

Excellent question. I have had this player home for an audition. It is very detailed, and although I am not sure the detail it presents is always musical, I thought the SACD playback was particularly good. I think these are a great buy at a price point below $3000, which I have started to see fairly regularly - provided of course they are to your taste. I also have wondered why so many are for sale.