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Best reasonably priced SACD player?

First time I've ever started a thread asking for "the best" of anything because I generally dislike such discussions. However, although I have redbook covered pretty well, I've been buying more CD/SACD *hybrid discs and am curious about the SACD layers. For the purpose of this discussion "reasonably" priced would be up to $1200. Also prefer volume control because I don't use a pre-amp.
Thanks!

* Mostly because a lot of titles of interest to me are only available as hybrid discs.
rja
bassdude
503 posts
 
I greatly prefer the Sony SA5400es to the Marantz - it just seems to have better resolution, detail and clarity.  Though, the Marantz has a rich, warm, tube-like sound - but, at a cost.

However, the Sony is no longer supported by Sony, so you have to find parts elsewhere - especially, the laser assembly, which has a history of malfunctioning.  I bought a couple of extra on eBay as backups.  
smrex13
645 posts
 
Yep, I had the 105.
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tpreaves
2,687 posts
 
I suggest the Marantz SA8005 . When you're ready to take it up to the next level, send it to Modwright Instruments for their "Truth" modifications. You will then own a world class player at a fraction of the cost.
audioman2015
103 posts
 
I recently picked up a used Yamaha CD-S1000 for about $500.  The sound and build quality are phenomenal.  Plus I think it will outlast me!  I've seen them on sale at Accessories4less refurbished for $700 and once in a while on Ebay.  You may also be able to find a new one around the price you listed.  
dan6054
37 posts
 
I also agree on the Sony SCD-XA5400ES.
I'v been using it for 3 years.
Its a great sounding CD player.
I haven't used it for SACD's, which is plays. 
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