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Best CD AND SACD Player under 1000

Folks - looking to get rid of my Sony DVP7000 and get an amazing CD player that will do SACD, too, for under $1k. I have absolutely no need for DVD, as this is a dedicated 2-channel audio system. I'd also like to have an aftermarket modification upgrade path, though not initially.
leftistelf
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czbbcl
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Enzo

That is a good suggestion I have not personally heard that player, but I am sure it is very good. However, it has no SACD capability and while I am sure that it is better than the Philips and / or Sony on redbook, it will not compare on SACD, and when either of the Philips or Sony are modded then it will be no contest on redbook either. Again simply my opinion. But again a good suggestion, it is nice the see someone thinks of the esoteric mfg's at this price level.

Chuck
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I've heard many positive comments about the Marantz 8260 SACD/CD player for both SACD and redbook playback. It can be found for around $900. You may alse be interested in a Sony SCD-555ES SACD/CD changer for around $600 from Oade.com. SACDMods.com will be modding 555s soon.

Best wishes.
leftistelf OP
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Those of you who have modded your units - how have the companies warrantied their work? I'm a bit concerned with having problems...
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nrchy
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I bought my SCD 777es as a dealer demo and paid $1000. It seems like the used price for these should be around that range by now. You did not mention, or I missed it, but are you willing to buy used gear? There should be some real deals for you.
leftistelf OP
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I'm definitely willing/wanting to buy used gear.
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