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Recommendation for cd/SACD player with this system

Could I hear some recommendations on a player for use in my 2 channel playback system. I was looking at a used Sony SCD-C555ES, but now I'm not so sure. I'd like to spend about $800.00 to $1000.00, but no more than that. Considering the state of SACD and DVD-Audio, although with Peter Gabriel releasing his catalog in SACD, I am leaning in that direction. Here is my system:

Paradigm Studio 100's
Plinius 8200 Integrated
Nordost Blue Heaven interconnects
Nordost Blue Heaven speaker cable
Black Diamond Racing cones, MK IV
durwood
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rar1
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I am using a SONY SCD-C555ES in a 2 channel playback system and I am quite happy with it for both redbook and SACD playback. My associated equipment is a Musical Fidelity AC3 Integrated Amplifier; Acoustic Research 302 classic series speakers; and Signal cables & interconnects. J&R Music has the SONY new for about $600 ... at that price it is a real good deal (the SONY started out new two years ago at $1800, then down to $1100 last year). Regards, Rich
mkfischer2000
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Ditto to Rar1. I have CJ premier tubes and love the c555es for both redbook and SACD. I didn't want to spend alot because of the ever changing and improving world of digital making high dollar players obsolete in a few years.
durwood OP
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Thanks guys...will look into
sea2
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Can a dac be used with these players? I have the music fidelity 324 upsampler.
unsound
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Sea2, yes for CD, no for SACD.
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