SONY SCD-1 vs the New Generation of Competition


I have an Arcam FMJ CD23T, and must admit I am very disappointed in its sterile playback and lack of tone/bass. I primarily play Redbook CDs, and have read a lot of dated material about the full sound of the Sony SCD-1 in that mode, and am curious to know (1) if the newer generation offerings, IE MF Nuvista or Trivista, as well as any other manufacturer’s models, will deliver the full range (albeit artificial) sound of my Denon 1650AR, but in greater quality (2) also, are the new SCD-1s which are currently for sale improved at all from the original model. Thanks in advance for your opinions.
handymnami

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Jwmazur: this is great input and very much appreciated. I too have noted the extensive number of (used and new) TriVista (s) for sale, and considering it is a limited production model, and all the positive press it has received, can't help but wonder what's wrong... I have been printing off everything I've found RE the mods, just in case I end up buying the SCD-1...

I have also read a good deal about the ML 39, and so com152, your information with regard to that model is very helpful to me and very much appreciated also. I certaily will take your advice and explore that prospect further.

Please keep it coming folks!
Rbstehno/Jayctoy:
Great info. I probably wouldn't have considered the 9000es, so the knowledge that it can be modified and sound that good is very helpful.
Jackcob:
Thanks very much for your input. Its great to hear from someone currently using a recent production model. What unit did you have before the SCD-1, and what do you like most about the SCD-1's sound?
Thanks to all, and please do keep it coming...
Kana813:

Thank you very much for your suggestions. Can you name the top two models you think would satisfy my desire for more fullness and body?

Appreciatively,
Woodburger and Rbstehno:

Sorry for my delay in responding; I have been out doing comparisons and making the purchase. I ended-up liking the Cary 306/200 the best and have purchased one.

Thank you all for your help.
Pehare: thanks for the leads on the Cary units. I will check them out.
Jwin/Jayctoy: Your input is very much appreciated, and it appears that if I go with the Sony, and want maximum (even for Redbook) playback, I should go with the mods. I have to admit, the modified Sony is sounding mighty inviting at this point…
Kana813: I saw your posting just as I was getting ready to send the above, and as a result, am even better prepared for my quest. Thanks very much.
Sincere thanks to you all…