The Luxman D-08u is a high-performance SACD/CD player that stands at the top of Luxman's SACD product line, evolving from the earlier D-08 player introduced in 2009. It features dual Burr-Brown PCM 1792A digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and employs Luxman's proprietary LxDTM drive mechanism, which is designed for silent, smooth operation. The player offers both SACD and CD playback, and provides an impressive range of connectivity options including RCA and XLR outputs, as well as USB, optical, and coaxial digital inputs. The USB input supports various sampling frequencies up to 384kHz at 32 bits. This single-box player is engineered with a robust power supply and heavy-duty construction, tipping the scales at 50 pounds. One of its standout features is the whisper-quiet drawer mechanism, which not only loads discs effortlessly but also seals automatically to prevent dust ingress. The D-08u excels in audio reproduction, providing a fluid sound quality that is often described as more akin to analog than digital. Its performance is lauded for delivering rich, dynamic sound with significant improvements over standard CD playback, particularly when comparing SACD layers to their corresponding CD versions. Priced at around $18,000, the D-08u is backed by a three-year warranty on parts and labor, affirming its premium status in the digital playback market.
