How to Play a Super Audio CD
Super Audio CD (SACD) is a CD format developed by Sony and Philips in 1999. It was designed to provide higher-quality audio than CDs, and to give the option of surround-sound playback. SACDs feature a higher sampling rate than traditional CDs as well as an increased frequency response. Although SACDs never became mainstream, many artists and record labels continue to release SACD albums.
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Instructions
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Get the required player. To take advantage of the SACD's higher sampling rate, surround capabilities, and increased audio quality, a special player is required. Although most SACDs are playable by normal CD players, they will play the traditional CD layer and not the SACD layer.
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Hook up the SACD player. Refer to the player's instruction manual, just remember to use the digital coaxial or HDMI output on the SACD player when connecting it to a stereo or surround sound receiver. If your SACD features surround sound, make sure your receiver and speakers are set up correctly to enable this.
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Insert your SACD, push play and enjoy. SACDs sound significantly better and have a warmer, more natural sound than traditional CDs, so your listening pleasure will be greatly increased.
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Tips & Warnings
Although most SACDs can be played on traditional CD players, not all can. Check the CD's label to ensure that the disc is CDDA-compliant. Because SACD technology never caught on with mainstream audio equipment, it is not readily available at most audio stores. Check online or at a high-end audio boutique to find the best selection of SACD-compatible players. The first two generations of Sony's Playstation 3 are SACD-compatible. Versions released after October 2007 do not have this feature.
