At this price level, I would think that any noise from the transport is unacceptble. I was considering buying this player, but now I don't know. The response from Marantz is lame but to be expected.
Marantz SA-11S1 and transport noise.
I just received my Marantz SA-11S1. The first thing which I recognized is the rather loud noise which comes from the transport/laser when I play a SACD/CD. I was wondering if this is normal. I have an older Sony which is dead quiet. Perhaps this is normal with the newer units.