The problem with that observation is that SACD masterings are rarely the same as those for RedBook. I have a BD recording of Strawinsky ballets by Gergiev and the sound is indeed spectacular. Is that due to the HD format, or to the mastering that maintains the full dynamic range? The only way to decide this is to downsample the SACD recording to 16/44 and see if it sounds the same as the SACD, or not. There have been some efforts to do this under controlled conditions, and the results indicate that the 16/44 sounded just as good. But we need more experiments.
Should I buy SACD's or Buy Quality Multi-Format CD player and use Old Digital CD's?
Hello,
I'm about finished upgrading my system and want to know if audiophiles are now paying $$ for SACD's with their multi-format CD players or are they buying quality multi-format CD players and playing old digital cd's collected over the years?
I'm about finished upgrading my system and want to know if audiophiles are now paying $$ for SACD's with their multi-format CD players or are they buying quality multi-format CD players and playing old digital cd's collected over the years?