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SACD vs Analog

Hi guys,
Need your helps.
I have SACD based system (EMM Labs SACD player + KR Audio) and I am very happy with with my system except of limited SACD catalog specially in jazz and blues. I am considering buying analog source. I have two questions :
1. Is analog source is comparable with SACD level of reproduction with budget of up to $4K total?
2. What analog source setup can you recommend?
Thanks in advance,
Alex
abronfer
doggiehowser
672 posts
 
FWIW, my Project RPM10.1 with Sumiko BB and Bel Canto Phono3 seriously outperforms my EMM Labs XDS1. It's that scary :)

Depending on your tastes, you might also want to consider the VPI Classic. I heard the original with the JMW 10.5" arm which has a warmer sound than the Project.
pani
1,215 posts
 
A Rega P9 will not only outperform the SACD but also give you a good dose of that high end digital sound. More importantly do you have the vinyls to start this journey or are you willing to start afresh ?
bpoletti
1,540 posts
 
IMO, you can probably equal or exceed the quality of your digital set-up using a VPI Traveler, an Audio Technica OC9ML/II and any number of decent phono stages.
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