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Wadia 850 repair? Suggested replacement?
Why not just by a new OPPO 203 or 205 or a 105D? The sound will be better than your old Wadia;which you obviously bought for sound;plus it will give you all the new options to enjoy music. Just dump that old brick. Cheers. Pete 
Test CD s, which ones to get.
XLO/Reference Recordings disc. Check RR website. 
Samsung buys Harman for $8B
I can't find JBL or Revel sales figures but I think they along with the microphone company AKG and Lexicon control systems have contributed immensely to the huge car audio business for Harmon. Perhaps these nests of creativity and perfectionism wi... 
Audio improvement for OPPO 205
Ricevs; " Gustard X20U Pro ".  Who's the manufacturer? Importer. Can't find any details via Google.junzhang10: what's the source of your info? 
Anything to compete with Sony UHP-H1 ?
Oppo 203? 
A CD/SACD player to beat Oppo 105D at similar price range?
If it goes to the cloud perhaps you'll be charged for every access... 
HDCD rescue - it's possible, but man...
Erik,your link doesn't work. For me a smaller space relates only to choice of smaller loudspeakers. You? 
Audio improvement for OPPO 205
The 9038 chip seems primarily a 'features' upgrade to enhance flexibility for designers. They don't stress improved sound quality.. 
HDCD rescue - it's possible, but man...
Erik your technical knowledge is enviable. Do you also consider ways of improving the sound of various components.  
Recommend your best sounding LP's
For record cleaning try some LAST products to 'clean' and 'treat' the records and your stylus. They are the best to my very fussy ears through my Goldmund TT. 
Sony UHP-1 experience?
I'm confused; but I must buy myself a present for xmas;friends and ex's are dead-- Sony or OPPO 105D?--and spend the difference on Tidal // 
Anything to compete with Sony UHP-H1 ?
Thank you jafant.. I like clear succinct answers :) 
Sony UHP-1 experience?
I'm with you Scott. I'm sure Sony could build one to outclass the OPPO 105 or 205D at lower cost; if they want. 
Anything to compete with Sony UHP-H1 ?
ErikThe Sony is only $350--the OPPO will be $1500 +.Shadorne the picture must be awesome. I've only a Panny good for Bluray quality and don't foresee changing anytime soon. I still watch DVD and 720P streaming; not that they compare. 
Sony UHP-1 experience?
Just reviewing the Sony UHP-1 and find it also has USB input on the front to make it a DAC for your computer. This is great.