McIntosh MCD12000 vs. Luxman D-10X vs. Technics SL-G700M2


Hello,

Has anyone heard the McIntosh MCD12000, the Luxman D-10X and the Technics SL-G700M2?

If yes, what are the differences? and which do you prefers and why?

I am about to purchase a Technics SL-G700M2 this week, but now thinking whether I should cancel and purchase either the MCD12000 or the Luxman D-10X instead.

I understand the Technics SL-G700M2 is a much lower cost, but I am hoping someone who had listens to all 3 SACD players above can provide me with an insight on how they differs.

Thank you

 

bmwalpina

Showing 1 response by bmwalpina

Thank you for the information @mahler123 , really appreciate your insight.

@twoleftears , I am only interested in the top of the line model for the SACD player, from either Luxman, McIntosh or Technics. The Luxman D-10X cost is still manageable.

The Technics because I also owned and happy with the ST-G30 music server, plus The SL-G700M2 also accept streaming services.

The McIntosh because I can order a matching 75th anniversary edition of MCD12000 to match my MA12000 75th anniversary edition integrated amp, and on paper, the MCD12000 seemed to have the most capable DAC courtesy of their dual ESS SABRE ES9038PRO DAC. However, I read many technical issues, when they were just launch this model. I hope it’s already fixed but still concerning.

The Luxman D-10X because the glowing review of happy owners, and the build quality seemed super high, with gorgeous aesthetics. However, it had been more than 4 years since it was launch so I worry, newer model will be release by Luxman soon.

I am trying to gather all the information in relation to sound before my decision due end of this week, but right now I am still leaning towards the Technics.