New CDP


Interested in replacing my Oppo 103. 

Budget is $5K.

Not interested in separate transport and DAC.

Will consider CDP only and also CD/SACDP.

 

tomcarr

Take a look at the Technics SL-G700 SACD player. The only downsides are a slow drawer and no open/close button on the remote. If it's great sound you desire, it's a nice option. I have one and have completely forgotten about it which is the best thing I can say about any product.

BTW, there are two options out there: one with a built in streamer that goes for  more but if all you need is CD/SACD playback, go with the original. Also, the prices seem to differ around $300 amongst retailers with one saying prices will go up by $300 soon, so some might still be selling at the lower price. That, and availability seems to be a problem with some. 

All the best,
Nonoise

If it were me, I'd consider the Maranta SA-7s1 available used here today. I have no connection with the seller but someone should give that player a new home. If I didn't have so many players now, I would buy it. The dealer's phone number is listed in the ad. $2500 for a $7500 (MSRP) player is still a good deal, as long as there are no issues. Call to find out.

pre-owned REGA ISIS VALVE cdp/ dac. It comes in two configurations … the regular s/s and more expensive tube ( valve) version

Big bonus feature:

“ …. Those worried  about the viability of the CD format and getting your player serviced in the future, fear not. Inside the owner’s manual, there is a signature from the technician that assembled your ISIS, another tech that QC’d the electrical and mechanical systems and the tech that tested and archived not one, but two spare laser units. I think it’s safe to say that the ISIS will last longer than most of its owners and I appreciate this attention to detail, with CD transport mechanisms getting scarcer all the time…”

 

https://www.theaudiobeat.com/equipment/rega_valve_isis.htm

 

https://6moons.com/audioreviews/rega2/1.html

 

 

 

 

https://6moons.com/audioreviews/rega2/1.html