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SACD/CD player update

i have invested on analog for a long time. From vinyl to Reel to Reel, VPI turn table to tube preamp. But sometime i looked at my shelf, there are still over hundreds of SACD and red book CD over there. also some Hi-def in my hard drive. I only have an Oppo 105 to play them. I wonder if it worth to invest on a better player. Thinking about Esoteric, but i never do  A-B comparison and don't know how much i can gain. I'd like to hear some advice. Thank you.
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uberwaltz
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I really did not notice much difference at all comparing my Oppo 95 to an Esoteric SA-50 i had. At least not when you consider the huge price difference
Which is why I sold the Esoteric and still use the Oppo
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OP - You might consider having your Oppo 105 modified by Modwright.  I have a Modwright Marantz 8005.  As pleasing as the stock player was, the modded unit is so open, spacious with natural dynamic swing that it frankly takes on a more analog sound.  The tubes add a "you are there" sense to the music.  You can check out the modification here: http://www.modwright.com/modifications/oppo-bdp83-and-bdp83se-mod.php
jl35
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EVS does a great job on Oppo also...
rudge
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I have Dan Wright's modded Marantz player also.  It's my second go around on a mod with Dan.  He does great work.  I'd certainly talk to him about a mod for your player before I moved on to another brand.


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lak
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As audiophiles we should realize that one always drops a hugh chunk of change for a marginal return. The question is do you want to do that?
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