Looking for a CD / SACD player. Also, tell me about Esoteric

Budget is $10k.

I want something that plays SACDs as well as redbook.

Must have US service available.

I mention Esoteric as they appear to be one of the few still pushing the envelope as well as supporting SACD in this price range.

gthirteen07-01-2024 1:47pm

stereo5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,504 posts 07-02-2024 at 12:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have an Esoteric UX-3 I purchased new in 2012, and I wouldn't trade it for the world.
stereo5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,504 posts 07-02-2024 at 08:11pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Oppo and Magnestar players are inexpensive players. They are not in the same league as the Esoteric players. Teac now makes a great player with the Esoteric VRDS transport for around $3500.00. The only thing I don’t like about it are the rack handles.
stereo5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,504 posts 07-04-2024 at 12:24am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete My Esoteric UX3 came in 3 boxes which made the 55 pound SACD player 80 pounds.
stereo5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,504 posts 07-04-2024 at 12:22am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete There is a new Luxman CD player at Sound By Singer in the 3K price range. It is 50% off retail and brand new. The store is in its final month of closing due to the owner passing away. All sales are final.
stereo5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,504 posts 07-04-2024 at 01:06am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Luxman D-O3X CD Player - NEW MARKDOWN - SALE PRICE IS $2100 (50% OFF M – Sound by Singer Sale 2024 for OP