SA10 vs Luxman D-08u
The D-08u's bit depth is 24-bit against the SA10's 32-bit, its signal-to-noise 123 dB against 112 dB, and its thd 0.002% against 0.001%. Both share max sample rate (384 kHz).
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The Marantz SA-10 is a flagship SACD/CD player and digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed to set new standards in digital audio playback. Built in Japan to Marantz Reference standards, it features the latest SACD-M3 transport mechanism and a unique MMM-Stream converter that upconverts all digital inputs to DSD at 11.2MHz before analog conversion. The SA-10 supports playback of SACDs, CDs, and high-resolution files (up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD256 via USB-B), and offers extensive connectivity including USB-A, USB-B, coaxial, and optical digital inputs. Its analog output stage uses Marantz's proprietary HDAM modules for exceptional sound quality. The SA-10 also includes a fully discrete headphone amplifier with adjustable gain, balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs, and a robust toroidal power supply. Its build quality, flexibility, and sonic refinement make it a reference component for discerning audiophiles.
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The D-08u's bit depth is 24-bit against the SA10's 32-bit, its signal-to-noise 123 dB against 112 dB, and its thd 0.002% against 0.001%. Both share max sample rate (384 kHz).
The D-07X's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the SA10's 384 kHz and its signal-to-noise 124 dB against 112 dB. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and thd (0.001%).
The DP-450's signal-to-noise is 119 dB against the SA10's 112 dB. Both share bit depth (32-bit), max sample rate (384 kHz), and thd (0.001%).
The CD-10 Signature's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the SA10's 384 kHz and its signal-to-noise 119 dB against 112 dB. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and thd (0.001%).
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