DVD/SACD on the Verge?


I've been looking to upgrade my cd player for some time now and suddenly there are several top rated models becomming available like the Audio Aero Capitole, Cary 306/200, Meridian, Wadia and Electrocompaniet. Does this mean that the transition from redbook players is finally about to begin? One dealer advised me to wait until May when a lot of new players will be introduced.
tonyp54

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The general public is still not really aware that the CD format is being superceded. For most people, when their CD player breaks or they need a new one for a student, they go to the store and are then taught about SACD and DVD-A. They have to be won over one at a time. When more players are introduced at lower price points later this year, people will hopefully come in to upgrade their digital source in addition to replacing a broken one or adding a player. You will get a better price/performance value then.

Customer: "Which should I get, SACD or DVD-A?" Salesman: "They're both better than CD. SACD has more software out but DVD-A says they're on the way." Customer: "OK then, which one is cheaper?"