Sony SCDXA777ES vs Sony SCD1 ?

I'll agree to disagree with Czbbcl. You might want to check with Dan Wright at modwright.com about the differences between the players and get his advice. He's quite knowledgeable about both, and I bet he'll tell you to go with the XA-777ES. I've been very impressed with his mods, although I'd take CD 12 over the modded SCD-1 if I had the 20 grand to spend on a CD player.

I have discussed this topic with several modders and retailers while some prefered the xa most agreed the scd-1 was the better player for two channel; better parts and simpler circuit. However, in the end it is personnel preference and the size of ones pocket book as well as system matching.

Is the SCD-XA777ES the same as the SCD 777ES, which is discontinued?

Drubin:
No the XA777ES is a completely different model than the 777ES. I think most will agree the XA is just a superior player. XA is also a front loader which some folks need...

I can't find it on the Sony web site.