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Looking for a CD / SACD player. Also, tell me about Esoteric

Budget is $10k.

I want something that plays SACDs as well as redbook.

Must have US service available.

I mention Esoteric as they appear to be one of the few still pushing the envelope as well as supporting SACD in this price range.

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aberyclark
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Take a look at this and possibly a high end "used" CD/SACD player. You can use your current DAC.  

https://www.musicdirect.com/equipment/accessories/geerfab-audio-d-bob-digital-breakout-box/

 

There are cheaper ones out there

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audiotroy
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op we have a great esoteric trade in ne owner low hours

 

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisbb1f4-esoteric-k-05x-cd-sacd-players

aberyclark
1,359 posts
 

"op we have a great esoteric trade in ne owner low hours"

 

Dude, put some better pics up...I wouldn't post an old hubcap with those pics. 

cmach
197 posts
 

You have some great advice here. I would urge caution with Marantz. Its a very nice sounding player and the build quality is up to par. However if anything goes wrong, Marantz customer support is horrible. My SA-10 has been in service for almost 5 months with no resolution in sight. Emails go unanswered and they have not provided any updates as to when the player will be fixed. This experience has really turned me off to the brand. Good luck

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