Does anyone have a Sony DVP-S9000ES that reads the SACE layer

Mine reads the SACD layer if it there.

They should read SACDs.   But they are getting up in years and a significant fraction now have tracking errors with SACDs.  I forgot what manual it was in but there is a setup /diagnosis screen where you can set it to automatically adjust itself to track correctly.  You should do a search and find out how successful this is.

Thanks.

There are settings on the player where it will read either the SACD layer or the CD layer of an SACD.  Make sure it is set to SACD if that is what you want

I did the on screen settings to have it read the SACD layer and it still would default to the redbook layer.  The machine is not in use right now as I have an OPPO to use, but I may want to use it in a different system....  

This was an ill-designed machine from the get-go. I really lost my shirt selling but it went to Sony repair facility twice and still wouldn't work. Sony should have refunded everyone's money.

The auto tracking procedure is in the service manual. You should be able to find a free download of it (or at least I did years ago). I am not sure if you need a special Sony SACD for it to work or if any SACD will work. I never had to try it since I don’t have any SACDs.


I think the DVP-S9000ES is an excellent player sound wise (even by today’s standards). Especially since they are relatively common and you can get a used one for under $200. They do have a reputation of being temperamental and I know it will die one day. But buying used and after getting 2 years of use so far I think i got my moneys worth.


My opinion might change if I bought it new for their original price though.........

I had two Sony DVP-9000ES players. I'll cut to the point. Once the laser started to go, the machines wouldn't play SACDs. I never found anything in the manual about how to correct the problem. I thought they were great sounding CD/SACD players when new.

I just tried to power up my 9000ES, initially got the red standby light, and now nothing. Has anyone tried to repair these with no power? I hate to send it to the landfill. If it is not worth repairing are there any parts I can recycle out if it? Taking the cover off now.

tonnesen,

My advice would be to go ahead and send the Sony to the landfill if you need SACD and look for a used Oppo 105. You won't be disappointed. I know it will play SACD.

I saw a 99 FS on USAudioMart asking $400

If you get a 105, upgrade the PS and the IEC (ebay). Once you've done that, leave the cover off

hth

Mine is really finicky about being on a flat surface with four footers, not three. Also, is it possible to convert the RCA digital output to USB?
Thinking of getting the Gustard 22, but its DSD is only supported by
USB.

@whatjd- I have a DVP-S9100ES that is working just fine. Had the laser assembly replaced in 2016. No trouble since then.  All OEM packaging, remote control and accessories. It is the rich silver model. **If interested let me know via PM.