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Marantz SA-11S1 and transport noise.

I just received my Marantz SA-11S1. The first thing which I recognized is the rather loud noise which comes from the transport/laser when I play a SACD/CD. I was wondering if this is normal. I have an older Sony which is dead quiet. Perhaps this is normal with the newer units.
styx
drrdiamond
671 posts
 
My Marantz SA-14 SACD player is also dead quiet.

Richard
wepratt
29 posts
 
I have the same noise from my SA11. According to Marantz this is normal for this unit. It is however slightly
disconcerting - otherwise, a fantastic machine.
styx OP
37 posts
 
Wepratt, thanks. Now I sleep better. Does yours have the plastic drawer or is it metal? I ask because the TAS review seams a little bit confusing, at least to me.;) The reviewer says 'The transport mechanism is largely metal'. I guess he does not mean the drawer.
tedvan
6 posts
 
At this price level, I would think that any noise from the transport is unacceptble. I was considering buying this player, but now I don't know. The response from Marantz is lame but to be expected.
reb1208
518 posts
 
Flimsy draws and transport noise is the norm these days for most any high-end machine.
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