Ampman66...
Page 7 on my 9000ES owner's manual indicates that the player will NOT play CD-R's although I have not tried any.
The player allows you to turn OFF the following items:
20k filter
digital out
video circuitry
front panel lights
In this configuration, with the unit on Walker Valid Points, I find the sound acceptable as a stand alone player and quite good with audiophile quality CDs and SACDs. I have not tried an outbard DAC with this unit. The 9000ES has a sold copper chassis and back panel. It also has dual clocks. In my opinion, it compares well with other stand alone players in its price range. The Accuphase DP75V is the only stand alone player I have auditioned which is clearly superior on CD playback but I'm certain, judging from the Forum, that there are others as well.
Page 7 on my 9000ES owner's manual indicates that the player will NOT play CD-R's although I have not tried any.
The player allows you to turn OFF the following items:
20k filter
digital out
video circuitry
front panel lights
In this configuration, with the unit on Walker Valid Points, I find the sound acceptable as a stand alone player and quite good with audiophile quality CDs and SACDs. I have not tried an outbard DAC with this unit. The 9000ES has a sold copper chassis and back panel. It also has dual clocks. In my opinion, it compares well with other stand alone players in its price range. The Accuphase DP75V is the only stand alone player I have auditioned which is clearly superior on CD playback but I'm certain, judging from the Forum, that there are others as well.