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.

gthirteen

caphill

Thank you for so decisively setting the record straight on the lingering Esoteric versus Marantz.  There will always be those who inspite of lacking the budget to purchase truly TOTL luxury items, will nonetheless take backhanded shots at those who can.  Petty envy and jealousy....

gthirteen

Where are you on purchasing a CD/SACD player? Update me.

 

Happy Listening!

It is crystal clear that many of the "experts" above are proud to tout their favorite brands with all the superficial emotion of hitting the lotto jackpot.  To those looking for guiding advice prior to making a substantial purchase, hopefully you will forego the preceding biased self-absorbed nonsense, and instead, add an inexpensive  plane ticket to the cost of your purchase and visit a reputable dealer to audition  whatever brand you may be considering....a smart added cost associated with a $20k CD player purchase.