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SACD player

I really hate to start a thread like this but I've been looking for a new SACD player for a couple of weeks now and am getting nowhere. I can't even settle on a brand.

What I'm looking for is the highest quality SACD player I can get for around 2,000.00. I will use it for 2 channel only. I would just like to hear some unbiased opinions before making my final decision.

My current system is Vandersteen Model 3 speakers, McIntosh MC2200 Amp, Marantz SC-11S1 Preamp. Currently using a Pioneer Elite PD-D6-J and it's starting to have some issues. Would like to replace it before it completely craps out.

I have no problem buying used if it's a quality piece.

Thank you in advance for any constructive replies.
m_rycko

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paulfolbrecht
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The Sony 5400 spanks the Marantz players. Yes, the Marantz players are 'warmer', but that does NOT mean they are easier to listen to or more like vinyl. IMO, they are not. They just have midbass hump and slightly rolled top end. (They are great on good material, but still not as good as the Sony on good material.)

The ModWright Sony 5400 comes within spitting distance of good material on good material.

But there is still so much more good material on vinyl (Ok, I'm talking about jazz) that vinyl still walks all over what digital gives you overall.
paulfolbrecht
603 posts
 
I meant to say "The ModWright Sony 5400 comes within spitting distance of good VINYL on good material."
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