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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.
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smrex13
645 posts
 
Yep, I had the 105.
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tpreaves
2,682 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. 
corelli
950 posts
 
If you love music go with the Marantz 8005.  My Oppo 83se is very nice but for music it's no brainer.  Just pop the cover and look at what your money bought.  More importantly, listen to how natural your SACD collection will sound.
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