Marantz SA-KI Ruby vs Denon DCS-A110 Anniversary Edition


I am thinking of upgrading from a Marantz CD 6007. Does anyone have experience comparing these two?

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The Denon seems to be impressing! 
 

I owned and compared side by side the SA-10 and KI Ruby, ultimately settling on the Ruby. Yes, the SA-10 was very slightly better in the bass and image size, but the Ruby was VERY close. 

For those who stream, the DSD d/a converter is superb, even when driven by my MacBook. 
 

 

Thanks for the replies everyone. While I am not unhappy with the sound coming from my Marantz CD 6007 I can't help but to admire the build quality of the KI Ruby and the Denon. I would think there would be a big improvement in sound as well. I am a cost conscious shopper and have been looking at the used market as well as b-stock/refurbished.

I would seriously consider the Marantz 30n sacd as well but seeing the Ruby may still be had around the same price it's  great options to have . I ended up with the 30n sacd when choosing at this price point  and couldn't be happier!

I haven't compared the 2, but will say, you can't go wrong with the Ruby, I love mine.  I kind of wish it had xlr outputs like it's big brother the Marantz SA10, but it wasn't a deal breaker, especially at the cost. 

Marantz SA-10 replaced my Esoteric K-01. Never looked back. SA-10 is that good sonically, well worth the money. I use XLR outs. settings, Dither 1, Noiseshaping 3-1, headphone amp off, Gain set to low (does make a difference for some reason, mid is OK, but low is more details). Sound s best ofter being on and in use for a few hours.