First off, the mods are better than the stock, how much better than a DAC is the question, and like mentioned above, a DAC will not change SACD. You first need to try out some DACs. The ones that comes to mind in the $1000 range are the Bel Canto and the Musical Fidelity or used Classe 1 or Theta. I myself heard the Sony 777 modded by Jerry (the guy who did the audio logic dac) and it really killed my stock 777. BUT, I may be on my second reapir of the Sony 777 so that has been my hesitation for a mod so far. You really need to go hear these things for yourself. I had bought a few items blindly based on some reviews and found that in my system, the improvement wasn't so great. So from now on it is hear it in my system or no thanks.
Should I modify my Sony s9000es or get a DAC?
Hi Folks,
I'm considering modifiactions from Modright to my Sony s9000es CD/DVD player. I'm looking for some advise. Should I consider:
1. modifications for around $1,000 from Modright & not purchase an outboard DAC
2. no modifications but get an outboard DAC
3. modifications & an outboard DAC
4. a different CD player altogether & if so, would there be a need for an outboard DAC with your suggestion.
A couple thoughts - if I do the mods to the s9000es, would I get any money for the mods in return if I decide to sell? Are purchasers generally turned off by a modified unit?
Thanks
I'm considering modifiactions from Modright to my Sony s9000es CD/DVD player. I'm looking for some advise. Should I consider:
1. modifications for around $1,000 from Modright & not purchase an outboard DAC
2. no modifications but get an outboard DAC
3. modifications & an outboard DAC
4. a different CD player altogether & if so, would there be a need for an outboard DAC with your suggestion.
A couple thoughts - if I do the mods to the s9000es, would I get any money for the mods in return if I decide to sell? Are purchasers generally turned off by a modified unit?
Thanks