randytsuch

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Roku SoundBridge vs. SqueezBox3
I was just checking out the sonos, and it does need a PC. I would also not view the self amplified part as an advantage, but that's just me.Randy 
Turntable parts; catalogs suppliers custom shops
Try the analog section of diyaudio. There are some threads going at the moment for diy bearings, which I think is the hardest part of it.I bought an old empire turntable, and built my own plinth for it, but used the motor, bearing and platter from... 
MOds to pioneer pd-65
The only way to get 24/96 is to change the DAC, which you really can't do. You could use it as a transport, and get a 24/96 dac, if that's what you want 
Mod Phillips SACD 1000 How Good?
My 1000 was modded by Stan Warren, but later I made more changes. There are lots of things you can do to upgrade it.I really like it now, but have never compared it to a really expensive CDP. But, my transport is starting to flake out, so I would ... 
Marantz SA14 vs. Shanling T-100 vs. Philips 1000
I have a Stan Warren modded SACD 1000, and I think this is the way to go(I guess I am bias though). I did own a stock SCD-C333ES, and it was not in the same class as the 1000. I must admit I have not heard the better Sony's.I know Stan has modded ... 
Transport loud with SACD?
I think SACD's spin faster than CD's, so that might explain why there might be a little noise on SACD, but not on CD.Randy