I've toyed with the idea of SACD. Decided the difference and the price vs availability wasn't worth it. Happy to be put right though as I've never heard one!
Arcam CD37 plays both CD and SACD gbhsi1 by the way....... Some bargains to be had (£900 or less from £1000 + RRP).
SACD needn't break the bank - Pioneer and Marantz both have SACD players for under £500. My SA7001-KI was end of line and I picked it up for less than half-price (£300 from £650). Well worth seeking out.
the record spot:SACD needn't break the bank - Pioneer and Marantz both have SACD players for under £500. My SA7001-KI was end of line and I picked it up for less than half-price (£300 from £650). Well worth seeking out.
Ah, but does it pull the detail out at that price?
Can't speak for the Pioneer, but the Marantz certainly does; one of the main reasons why I went for it. Hi Fi World rates it as one of their rated models in their listings - good summary too, pretty much bang on. Fabulous midrange as well.