SACD Players
Hello,
New member here. I am looking to add an SACD player in order to play the DSD layer of SACD directly. Based on my research I have shortlisted PS Audio Direct Stream Memory player and McIntosh MCT500.
Option 1) I currently own McIntosh MA5300 which means I can use MCT500 with supplied DIN cable connected to MA5300’s DA1
Option 2) Purchase PS Audio Direct Stream Memory player and DirectStream DAC MK1 (Both discontinued)
From what I understand the memory buffering and Air Lens would make the media sound better. Whereas, I haven’t found many reviews on MCT500.
Both options would roughly cost the same. I am looking for the better sound. Which option is better? Any advice or insights would help.
Thank you,
SA
Well, I’d say neither McIntosh nor PS Audio. As suggested, Esoteric (better a pair\combination of their SACD transport and SACD DAC like P-0X and D-0X) would be a good solution but price might be a bit out of budget. A Marantz SACD 30n mentioned by brge here highly likely would also be a choice for its ~$3000 and I’d vote for it. Try to listen to one at your local Hi-Fi store if possible; would not buy any component without your own audition. |
