Brand: Sony
The Sony SCD-XA5400ES is a high-end SACD and CD player designed for demanding audiophiles. It features a proprietary DSD Re-Mastering technology that enables it to upconvert standard Red Book CDs to near high-resolution DSD sound quality. The player also supports native DSD playback from SACDs, as well as high-resolution PCM audio via USB and network connections. The XA5400ES features a highly optimized S-Master HX digital amplifier with an output power of 75W per channel, delivering clear and detailed sound. Its refined audio circuitry, including the USE (Ultra-Stableregulated Enended-Power Supply) and VaR (Vibration-less Resonant) Chassis construction, ensures superior sonic performance, high-precision signal handling, and low-level noise reduction. Additionally, the XA5400ES supports all standard digital audio inputs and outputs, including AES/EBU and coaxial and optical inputs/outputs, and offers comprehensive networking and control features. Overall, the Sony SCD-XA5400ES offers astounding sound quality and complementary digital audio capabilities, making it a true reference-class player that belongs on the top shelf of any well-equipped audio system.