Marantz SA-10 vs SA-KI Ruby


Hi all,

wondering if anyone one can explain what makes the difference in these 2 players? (Other than balanced outputs on the SA-10). 

MSRP difference is $2k...

Do people think they should sound the same?

thanks!
leemaze
leemaze
Looking forward in reading your report on this spinner.  Happy Listening!
elizabeth 

You are tops in my book. Looking forward in reading more about your SA-10.   Happy Listening!
 @twoleftears Bought the KI. So far sounds lovely. Will compare it to my Resolution Audio in a couple weeks. 

Off the bat though, running an airport express to its optical input sounds fantastic. 
Thanks for that. You inspired me to run my iPhone pandora through audio engine Bluetooth to KI dac via optical. Huge improvement over rca out from audio engine to amp. 
Cheers
RW