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Which hi-end Sony SACD player to buy?

There are 3 that I have been looking at-the SCD-1, the 777-ES 2 channel and the XA-777ES. I know the XA is multi-channel, so this one may be out because I am dedicated to 2 channel. But for the life of me I cannot tell the differences between the 3 just by reading the availible audio reviews and I need to narrow this choice down soon. Also, who would you trust to do audio modifications on any of these models? Thanks in advance.
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ed_sawyer
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Agreed, when I get one it will be SCD-1. (which will play CD-R's too, not sure on CD-RW, but since I Dont' have any I dont' really care). You can also still buy them new from oade.com (and others) with factory 5 year warranty.

-Ed
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ivanj
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I'd consider the new Marantz SA14 MK2 before you buy a SONY.
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nrchy
2,124 posts
 
The SCD-1 is a great player! How much do you want to spend though? You can get the SCD 777es for about 1G. I have this one and have been very happy with it, but it's not as good as the SCD-1
stehno
1,453 posts
 
Forget the superior sonics of the SCD-1. Buy it only for it's looks and battleship build quality.

-IMO
tarsando
578 posts
 
Hey, if today's postings at audioasylum are accurate...don't buy any sacd...a guy there said he talked to sony and they are dropping sacd in six months.. I do not know how to evaluate the post--whether it is true, false or what. I hope it's false. I have a cheap sony sacd and love it....
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