The Reference Series SA-12S1 multi-channel SACD/DVD player represents the ultimate extension of the Super Audio CD format. To achieve its astonishing new level of fidelity and realism, the SA-12S1 is based upon Direct Stream Digital (DSD) technology to ensure the highest quality in digital to analog conversion. You’ll experience wide dynamic range, ultra-high resolution and detail far beyond any other digital audio playback format. In addition to multi-channel and two-channel SACD playback, the Marantz SA-12S1 is compatible with Dolby Digital ® and DTS-encoded DVD-Video discs, conventional CDs, CD-R, CD-RW and Video CD discs. The versatility of optimised audio quality and DVD-video make the SA-12S1 the ideal choice for the most sophisticated home entertainment connoisseurs.