When you look at the numbers, it is hard to believe that SACD will make it into the mainstream. According to TAS there are about 100,000 serious audiophiles out there. There are at least 50 million cd players being used right now. It is hard to believe that with only 100,000 serious users that would be enough to make SACD mainstream. To the vast majority of music listeners, they just will not be able to here the benefits. A lot of audiophiles are just going to buy better redbook cd players like the Meridian . 508.24 or the Ayre D-l or the new 24 bit EMCl and enjoy their existing cd collection. These players, although somewhat pricey, are almost as good as SACD and you can play your entire cd collection.
