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Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
I am not a "watch" expert either, but..."When it comes to watches, thereýs one name that stands out, Swiss watch. They produce the highest quality timepieces, establishing more brands with top-of-the-line models being endorsed by world-class celeb... 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
The Wal-Mart, and K-Mart,level of "quality",of the electronics, from Malaysia?The "cheap" computers sold on TV, from Malaysia?If a person said your life "depends" on your ability,to stay "on time"; You are offered a watch from Malaysia,or a Swiss ... 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
I forgot,Metralla...Just curious, how does your Sony SCD-XA777ES modded player compare to the 5400ES?I know the build quality, is far better on the older 777ES.At $925 the 5400ES, is priced where many XA-7ES playersare still going for.The older So... 
I have 2 cd players, which is better musically
Only you can answer that question.Listen to them both, which one sounds better?Let your ears decide.You are the one who will be listening, why ask a strangerhow your players sound? They will not be listening, you will.I LOVE MY MUSIC! 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
Cerebellum - Function:Again for the mentally challenged...(that's me!)It is impossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument. “The recipe for perpetual ignorance is: Be satisfied with your opinions and content with your knowledge.”Only two things ... 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
Who said I "abuse Capital" letters? You?No shouting here, just excitement.Typical attitude, be "afraid" of that which is "different"Because my set-up, is similar to that of a "Live Performance"I simply have sound delivered, to each angle in the li... 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
Not Japan, where Sony's BEST! Is ALL made!PERIOD!Malaysia? Taiwan? Macedonia? All I know is Sonywas NOT serious at ALL about this LAST Line,otherwise, it too would bear the badge from JAPAN!I just won't pay $1500 for ANYTHING from Malaysia!That is... 
Sony SCD-XA5400ES-Best SACD for under $10,000
Oh please!Not even Best at $2K!I own a Sony XA7ES with the Benchmark Dac-1 it is Awesome!Redbook obviously is what I am talking about.The new Taiwan made 5400ES as a SACD player is only slightly better IMHO,now, my Marantz SA11-S2 with the Level 2... 
musical sub
The F Series Velodyne 15" and 18" and the FSR 18", HGS 15" and 18", ALL are very musical sub-woofers.I am not as familiar with the other models,IMHO, these areas good as ANY of the other brands, for the same price, andoften for less money.Most peo... 
Outstanding brands?
PS AudioMarantzBoth CEO's are filled with Passion for Music.Both Build quality components, that are affordable.Both Highly Under-Rated!Both Have made quality components for years.I LOVE MY MUSIC! 
Preamp to match SS Amp, under $2k used
PS Audio PCA-2 with the HCPS can be had for as little as$1200 for both!There is NOT a Better pre--amp combo out there, that cantouch it for that price.Revealing, Nuetral, very quiet.One of the Best, and under-appreciated buys in Audio, IMHO that i... 
Marantz SA-11 S1 vs Sony XA-5400es
2Japan camps, although the Sony 5400ES was made in Taiwan,unlike the earlier Statement players, which ALL came from the land of the shining sun, Japan.Ken Ishiwata has a Passion for music, that is obvious, in thebuild quality, and the final sound.... 
Marantz SA-11 S1 vs Sony XA-5400es
I have the Marantz SA-11S2 with the Level 2 Underwood Modifications.Never have I enjoyed music at this level, of totalenjoyment.It sounds like a "Master Tape Player" with the dynamicsof Digital.Simply must be heard to be enjoyed!My Sony XA-7ES wit... 
Which is the best cd player under $10k?
Not that I am in to "mine is better, than yours",but, the Marantz SA11S-2 with the Level 2 Modificationsby Underwood Mods. I own, is really somethingextra special from Japan.Walter did NOT lie to me, when he said that this playerwould hold it's ow... 
high end subwoofer...which one tho?
I own 3 Velodye Subwoofers, and I could not be more pleased.Never ANY issues with any of them, they integrate very well. Maybe not the $$$$$ The most expenxive but, IMHO with the right power cord,and interconnects, proper placement, they are VERY ...