Sony SCD-1 or BAT VK-D5 / D5SE

Jayctoy, 1500 SACD releases already? It's been over 3 years, and 1500 is a grain of sand at the beach, compared to the amout of software available on regular cd or even LP's. I'm happy you like your modded 9000ES, don't take it personally. When there are 100,000 SACD releases there may be something to make a fuss over. SACD does sound very good, but not good enough for me to change my personal musical tastes. I've owned the 9000ES for over a year, yet I only have bought a couple dozen SACD's. Many of the 1500 releases are forms of music that don't interest me. I have over 1000 regular cd's (out of millions of choices), that sound better on my BAT, then through my un-modded 9000ES.

To be brutally honest though, LP's beat them both sonically. Akaddict said he's primarily interested in cd's. Don't take it personally, I'm very happy that you're enjoying your music.

Cheers,
John

The SCD-1 is the better of the two. Very comparable on redbook and much bette on sacd. The SCD-1 will also retain its value over the long haul; a true statement piece.

Chuck

How could it be better than the BAT on SACD? Tom

John no offense at all, you are gentlemen,I respect your
opinion and whatever gear and musical taste, I agree
vynil is superior,but too much work, I do have another
system ,where I only play LP,I have MMF5,art audio preamp,
and plinius amp,Diapason adamantes sp,I guess I am bless
to have both set up,one thing, I notice The SACD is very
very close to LP,Michael Fremmer mentioned SACD is as
good as LP minus the deficiency,I have at least 100sacd
now mostly are hybrid,I am happy with that.John the unmodded
sony is lean,is just good for the price,plus they added
DVD for this unit to beat the competition in the market.
I wish you live here in Illnois, I can bring my Sony
for you to hear.Yes Iam very happy.Enjoy your music
also. Thanks

Jwin,I cant blame, if there are skeptic on mod,because
it can be expensive,its a risk also,the secret is
get a good modifier,reliable,with good reputation,In
my case I did my homework,calling audiophile, who
have the experience,In return I helped those who are
interested on the mod.I also got lucky with Dan ,I dont
work for Him, When I buy things from Him, wont even'
give me penny discount.He treat me nice, thats only
my consolation.Thanks