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SACD player as transport or dedicated transport?

I have finally found a DAC I really like. It is the Audio Aero Prima MK II SE I use it as a preamp and a DAC). I use it in conjunction with my computer based music system. I am thinking of either getting a dedicated transport (like the new CEC TL51X) or maybe a SACD player to use for the 50 or so hybrid's I have and as a transport for my Prima DAC. Any thoughts,
pardales
jbm
58 posts
 
I would recommend an Exemplar Audio Modified Denon 3910. The unit sounds stunning as a universal player AND it is an excellent transport.

Best wishes and good listening.

Jim
pardales OP
652 posts
 
Thanks, Jim: I was thinking about a price range of $1500 (new/used).
mimberman
299 posts
 
Or look at a used Sony SCD-1. Hell of a transport, and phenom. SACD. Can be modded with really favorable results, and good resale price considering its age.
pardales OP
652 posts
 
Thanks, mimberman. I thought about that but am a little concerned about the age of the units out there used. Anyone know how the XA9000ES is as a transport?
beemer
444 posts
 
I'm using a Sony SCD-777ES as a transport feeding a Levinson 30.6 dac........wonderful. In fact, it easily bested my friend's Levinson 31 transport he brought over to audition. Absolutely no comparison.

Good luck in your search, however do not count out the SCD-1 or the SCD-777ES.

Best,

Paul :-)
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