TRL Marantz Sa-14



After speaking to Paul at TRL I am very curious to hear from those who own this unit what improvements do you hear with the player before and after the mod.

The SA-14 sounds weak in the bass and has no dynamics in comparison to some players like the Sony Scd-1 in stock form. Has anyone compared the TRL Sa-14 to the Sony Scd-1?
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Drew_w Still waiting to hear if the TRL-14 met your expectations ? Did you try the balanced outputs ? The rca and balanced out's on that unit are broken-in. Let us all know how it's going.
I have had my unit modded now for about 6 weeks. Yes without a doubt for now this unit does everything right. Talk about a true reference component,this is it. "At Last" as Etta James would whale, finally the journey is over at last. Kudo's to the master and his team of fine gentlemen. Thanks Paul, and you're the greatest!
"Your the greatest" as Jackie Gleason would state in his unique profound manner. Jack Seaton falls into this category hands down. My understanding is his level of expertise far outruns those professionals who claim to have the ears of a bat. His equipment, sound reproduction and network within the industry is second to none. Keep up the tremendous lines of communications. I tried to find out where things are with the SA-11 mod but the thread was expunged. Yes, Jack I am the old owner of Jerry's TRL phono stage and the new owner of the battery operated unit. Be well and keep fighting the good fight.
Cio09: I beleive Paradles is very well aware of this. As he is a seasoned audiophile. In researching one of his threads he had recommended a fellow member to wait for the 100 hour break in in a pair of speakers he likes. It is not for me after 50 hrs may really mean something else completely. Something been in the fridge to long with the power down. Yeah it's a real stinker alright. We'll eventually fish this one out!
Does anyone know who purchased Paradles SA-14 ? Just curious if we could get him or her on this thread for verification reasons. The SA-14 police,over! What's your 10-20 good buddy? Over!
Hi Jack: How much is the Gold formulation and where is the best place to purchase? Have a great new year, Joe
Gentleman: Please be advised that the balanced circuit is more enhanced in the TRL SA-14. Which will need it's own break-in time. I have been using the balanced circuit for over 500 hours and it is a delight. Have a blessed New Year to you all, Joe