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New SACD player-replacing current setup

I am using a Cambridge 840c for CD and a Pioneer Elite DV79 DVD player in "audio only" mode for SACD's. The rest of the system is Amadeus turntable with Grado Reference Sonata, Van Alstine T8+ preamp, Bryston 4BSST amp, Vandersteen 3A sig speakers.
I am interested in one of the new Marantz SA line or one of the Teac Distinction players based on the price points of $3000 or less. Any experience with these would be appreciated. I am interested in expanding my SACD collection and continuing to get the most out of my CD library.
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alnozak
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Don't worry about your preamp- the van alstine is fine! For me, I would purchase the best marantz I could.
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jon2020
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van Alstine?
"....My system is the Marantz, a Nuforce mcp 18 preamp, the B&K amp, and Dali Mentor 6s. Nordost ICs and speaker cables...."
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jon2020
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Oops! That was Thomaswv's system. :(
zd542
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Fine isn't good enough. If you're going to spend the money, why not shoot for the best results possible, instead of just fine?
rudge
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I have two Marantz players. The top of the line seven and the Sa11S1. Obviously I like the Marantz players. One thing I would advise if you get one of the older ones and maybe also for a new model, seriously consider upgrading the fuses. I did it to the 11 and the previous owner had already done it to the seven. It was one of best audio moves I've heard of. It really helped the sound. Their players are built very well and. like many others, I like the Marantz sound, especially with the upgraded fuses.
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