Decent SACD?

Ben_...btw, What cd player are you using that beat the Ikemi? I own one, that I have been very pleased with, but am always looking for ways to upgrade.

Also, just to stay on topic, I think you need a dedicated redbook player to get the most out of that format at this time, unless your willing to spend $10K or more.

ditto on the denon 2900

Tony it was indeed the Sony XA77ES,seems any other opinion is irrelevant,it beat the DAC6 too and the New York Yankees.

Thinking about Marantz SA-14 or DV-8400, has anyone tried to compare their redbook performance to Classe CDP-10 or Audio Aero Prima?

Look for a review I did between the Denon 2900 and the marantz 8400 right here, just 3 months ago!

There is no comparasion!!!
The DENON has 0 chance against the marantz in sound.
Picture is an other matter. (If you care.)

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