Looking at a new non-SACD player, but still own lots of SACDs


I am looking at upgrading my current CD player, my budget is $3K ish, certainly below $5K.  The two units I am looking at in the $3K range,  Moon Simaudio 260 and Rega Saturn R, do not play SACDs. Rather than give up my SACD collection, I wonder if anyone has any experience with a work around. 

The one thought that occurs to me is to find a modest priced SACD player (used) with a digital/optical out as a transport only and run it into the DAC of the new unit.  Will this work or is the SACD circuity in the DAC and not the transport/laser?

Are any other options?

Or should I be looking at a different new CD player that plays SACDs? 
meiatflask
Very cool-  meiatflask

 I look forward in reading about your impressions on the auditioning of an Arcam FMJ and Ayre spinners.  Happy Listening!
New Marantz reference SA-10 as good CD spinning gets. Amazing audio piece.
Regards
missed out on the ayre as the dealer just sold it. hmmmm. i need to find local dealers for some of the other candidates mentioned

bdp24- i have heard of the modwright modifications, most noteably on the oppo.  any way to listen to the units before committing to purchase?
@tpreaves +1!  I am listening to Rachmaninoff's Symphony #2 right now on SACD.  Just lovely. Listened to of all things Yello's Toy CD this afternoon and the joint was jumping'.

@meiatflask  I've had my Marantz SA 8005 Modwright Signature Truth playing continuously for the 8 days it has been here.  Best digital I've ever heard. A great barometer to me about how something is sounding is if I find myself staying to listen longer than intended and making excuses not to leave the listening room.  A second indicator of great, clean sound is my inclination to keep turning up the volume.  Before this machine, I was more likely to reduce volume while listening to silver discs.

Everything about the Modwright experience from initial contact to receipt of the modified player and outboard power supply is as professional as it gets.  The 9.0 power supply is built like a tank!  Circuit layout and workmanship is exemplary. Even the way everything is packed is well thought out and executed.

I don't know here you're located, but if you were within a reasonable distance you would be more than welcome to hear it for yourself.