you might have to have 2 players - I'm in a similar spot
or give up on those ~~2 bits in HDCD
or give up on those ~~2 bits in HDCD
dinosaur ISO player...
I'm searching for a new CD/HDCD/SACD player. DAC would be OK, but it is not a priority. My current player is crapping out (technical term!) - a CARY 306 that has been played to death. I have a big collection of discs, and I listen often. I haven't seen anything new that still does HDCD. I'm thinking reliability is a priority, so without starting a fight going, I'm honestly thinking Japanese.
Esoteric K05X, Marantz SA-10, Yamaha CDS 3000 come to the forefront of my search so far, but my HDCDs will be CDs with those players I believe.
Any suggestions what player(s) I should be considering?
Esoteric K05X, Marantz SA-10, Yamaha CDS 3000 come to the forefront of my search so far, but my HDCDs will be CDs with those players I believe.
Any suggestions what player(s) I should be considering?
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What about an upgraded Oppo like this one (not affiliated with the seller). https://www.audiogon.com/listings/da-converters-exemplar-tube-oppo-105-with-every-upgrade-2017-06-20-digital |
Esoteric, Marantz excellent choices, if your thinking DAC, and want a transport that will outlive you, I suggest a Pioneer V7400 industrial DVD, CD. Best kept secret, you can buy them on ebay around $100 bucks. I just bought one for a headphone set up, really nice! The laser is rated for like 36000 hrs. |
I've had , let's say - "mixed" experiences with modded units in the past. So I was hoping to find something solidly engineered from the start. The HDCD factor - are there DACs that will decode that? Any recommendations? Thanks for your input, it's truly appreciated!!!! Audiogon is a resource of the highest quality! |
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