Even if you don't plan to purchase SACDs, if you get a deck that supports that format, the built in DAC will probably need to be of higher quality, in order to decode the DSD content on the SACDs. When I was early in my journey to the higher end hardware, I purchased an NAD player and the detail I heard extracted from that unit, on "regular" CDs, was noticeably better, as a result of having a better DAC chip in the unit.
SACD or not
I have a question regarding SACD format. I am looking to replace my CD player and noticed some CD players have the ability to process SACD and some do not. I have never heard this format and was wondering if I should consider this in my purchase. My purchase price is in the $1400 range
I know people will question why I am using CD at all. That is another discussion for another time. I still like some physical media in my listening experience.
I look forward to your comments
I know people will question why I am using CD at all. That is another discussion for another time. I still like some physical media in my listening experience.
I look forward to your comments