What about an unmodded Oppo? All the models prior to the current decoded HDCD so you could probalby find a nice 105 or something from someone moving up for 4K. My 95 has been rock solid. Even if you don't like the stock DAC you mention DAC isn't critical so you could pass the digital signal.
dinosaur ISO player...
I'm searching for a new CD/HDCD/SACD player. DAC would be OK, but it is not a priority. My current player is crapping out (technical term!) - a CARY 306 that has been played to death. I have a big collection of discs, and I listen often. I haven't seen anything new that still does HDCD. I'm thinking reliability is a priority, so without starting a fight going, I'm honestly thinking Japanese.
Esoteric K05X, Marantz SA-10, Yamaha CDS 3000 come to the forefront of my search so far, but my HDCDs will be CDs with those players I believe.
Any suggestions what player(s) I should be considering?
Esoteric K05X, Marantz SA-10, Yamaha CDS 3000 come to the forefront of my search so far, but my HDCDs will be CDs with those players I believe.
Any suggestions what player(s) I should be considering?