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A Novices Impression of the Sony DVP-S9000ES

I have been using a Rotel RCD-855 as my main CD Player in my stereo setup for about 11 months and just recently switched over to the newer (to me) and more technologically advanced Sony DVP-S9000ES SACD/DVD player. I'm a bit surprised by the different sound characteristics, but I'm really enjoying its detail so far.

My novice write-up about the comparison is here if you're interested: http://thesoundapprentice.blogspot.com/2013/10/cd-player-shootout-rotel-rcd-855-vs.html

Anyway, I came across some very old threads about people modifying the capacitors, RCA outputs and even going to greater lengths to convert them to tube outputs. Just wondering if anyone here has used either of these units and done any modifications to them, big or small, and if so, what do you think of the results. Are there any easy tweaks to do that can make these players sound even better?

Thanks for your thoughts.
heyimderrick

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heyimderrick OP
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Kotta, thanks for the feedback. I've been mostly advised to avoid the mods because for the same money that would have to go into the 855 I could find much better used players. I'll look into the 971 for reference too. I think I'm getting a bit too excited about all of the possibilities with this hobby.

I'm pretty happy with the Wireworld cables compared to an entry-level Chord and Linn cable I tried. I haven't really had much experience changing cables out yet. That's probably something I will venture into next.
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