Question regarding DoP. . .

[Brian_Heinrich]

@Rugby

Also, you can look at the pics. If it has the SACD logo like it does on the one you posted, then it is a good assumption that it plays SACD. Although, to be sure, you should always review the specs on any equipment before purchasing.

Thanks! ’Preciate the heads-up.

[ddean]

I believe all SACDs are required have a stereo program; some SACDs have an optional multichannel program, where multichannel can be anything from 3.0 to 5.1 channels. This is different from DVD-A, where the stereo output could be a player-created mix down from multichannel based on metadata provided on the disc.

[Marian (I stand with Ukraine)]

I read manuals before I buy, not the other way around.

[Brian_Heinrich]

@Marian

Be aware though that not all players that support SACD can rip.

Fair point. This is something I’m just beginning to wrap my head around.

[Brian_Heinrich]

@ddean

I believe all SACDs are required have a stereo program; some SACDs have an optional multichannel program, where multichannel can be anything from 3.0 to 5.1 channels. This is different from DVD-A, where the stereo output could be a player-created mix down from multichannel based on metadata provided on the disc.

Thanks for the clarification; I appreciate it. (I’m still familiarising myself with the differences between DSD/SACD and PCM/CD.)

[Brian_Heinrich]

@Marian

I read manuals before I buy, not the other way around.

That would make sense.