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Has anyone on this list used a PS1 to successfully extract playable DSD audio files from SACD's? As I understand it, the only way to "rip" an SACD was to be a computer nerd extraordinare and to use a Sony PS1. -- Tom Fine ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim Sam" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2013 12:42 PM Subject: [ARSCLIST] Non-support of audio CD, SACD in Playstation 4 > All, > > In case anyone's wondering, Sony's PlayStation 4 will not support SACD nor > Audio CD despite being designed for BluRay disc playback: > > (quote) > > *Will I be able to watch Blu-ray movies on the PS4 system?* > Yes, you will need to download and install the PS4 system’s day-one system > software update 1.50, and then activate your Blu-ray Disc video capability > with a one-time activation through the internet in order to play Blu-ray > Disc films and DVD video content. > > *Can I listen to audio CDs using the PS4 system?* > No, the PS4 system does not support audio CDs. > > (end quote) > > http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2013/10/30/playstation-4-the-ultimate-faq/#sect1 > > This is in contrast to SACD support in previous PlayStations and > audiophiles who swear the original PlayStation was one of the best CD > players out there. I once pulled out my brother's PS1 to check it out, and > while good, I wasn't blown away w/the quality with the interface being less > than ideal.. > > Jim > >