SACD -- Hybrid, Single layer, Stereo, Multi?


Is there a qualitative difference between Hybrid,
Single layer, and pure DSD SACD's?

Can a single layer multi-channel SACD also play in Stereo
SACD?

Can somebody give me a rundown on this?
rsbeck

Showing 1 response by rar1

If by your question you mean ... can I pop a multichannel SACD into my SACD player and play it through my 2 channel system and my SACD player will recognize the SACD layer(s) of the disc and play the SACD ... the answer is "yes." You will just hear "SACD sound" from 2 speakers. Logically, this is not different than playing a DVD video through a DVD player connected to a 2 channel stereo system.

Try this site for more detailed information about the different types of layers possible on a SACD ...

http://www.licensing.philips.com/information/sacd/