I just got my Yamaha DVD S-1800 in the mail today. Bought it for $79 new with a list of $400 or so, mainly for SACD/DVDA till I buy the Oppo BD-83se. I've been listening to it for the past hour and my initial impressions are that its just ok for standard Cd play and much better for SACD. On my reference system Cd's have some grain or edginess to them, Detail and bass are average. No muddiness, cymbals can be a little indistinct. I'm sure it would sound better on my less revealing Monitor audio's.

SACD is where this player shines. The sound is smoother, airy, with a much wider sound stage. Bass is more prominent and there is more detail and resolution although it still can't compete with my DAC. Treble is smoother but a little pushed back with a slight roll off.

Overall. I'm happy with the purchase for the price and SACD play. I think the sound will get better when its broken in and I use better IC's. I'm using AudioQuest Corals and I will give it a listen with BJC's.