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Sony SCD XA5400ES tube rolling?
I'd also like to hear from those who are pulling the trig. on the Sophias and how they sound against the best of the NOS 6SN7, VT231 and so forth brands. How do they sound against the beloved Sylvania "Bad Boys" or the 'Holy Grail' TungSol's?This ... 
Sony SCD XA5400ES tube rolling?
Hey thanks for the helpful feedback guys(and to those who will post). @Rhyno & Erndog, yes I opted for the umbilical upgrade..no deliberation there. I also noticed Dan's comments regarding the Sophias. IMHO, he probably decided what's the best... 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
Goose,Mystang, thanks for the input. I just purchased an HT Magic One cable and am ready to go when I get my player back from ModWright. 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
Anyone use either of the Harmonic Technology Magic 1 or 2 cables with the player? I'm thinking of trying this cable since I have HT 1 (XLR) going between the preamp and amp. 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
I just got my stock XA5400 about 2 weeks ago and am 'stunned' at what I'm hearing on redbook. And the player isn't fully burned in yet!!I'm also curious as to what others are using for an interconnect to their preamps. I'm using a Madrigal XLR CZ ...