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Wadia GNSC

I have to start a new thread here as I am looking for any feedback possible on a comparison they might have done on a Wadia 850 with GNSC mods and a Wadia 861se - no mods. I may be nearing end of life on my current player so I am trying to sort through how much I wish to invest in a player/transport strategy vs a newer medium of Streamer. I have several thousand CD’s, or, I wouldn’t bother as I am a vinyl guy. Ultimately, I will pick up a streamer. But I am in absolutely no hurry. 
 

I use a HotRodded Thorens TD124 for vinyl, I have a tube system with my pre being a VAC Signature Renaissance (2box) and RedRose mono block amps into A high end set of Marten floor-standers with a pair of Marten subs. I plan on running my player, as I do today through my VAC. I’m 
 

Any suggestions on the Wadia GNSC vs. Wadia 861SE experience would be of great appreciation. 
 

Steve

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lordmelton
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Wadia are as dead as the dodo and their spares are almost extinct.

I've still got a GNSC Wadia 781i.

Before buying any CD/SACD player make sure that spare drives and lasers are available.

Even better rip all your CDs to a server/streamer.

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jafant
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rockband

 

Go for the 850 GNSC mods. What current Player is fronting your system?

 

Happy Listening!

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yoyoyaya
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To the best of my knowledge, the laser used in the 861 is NLA. 861s have a good record for longevity but they are getting on now.

A more recent Esoteric would be a safer investment. Those equipped with a USB input work well with content streamed from a computer running Roon.

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