The Ayre is more musical and flows better. If you like lots of detail and a somewhat colder sound, then the Esoteric is for you.
I would not listen to advice on these two players from anyone unless they have heard both in the same system. The PS audio my be good, but if they have not heard the other two players, then any comments are well - a guess at best.
As an FYI the Cary 306 (non professional) is in the same league as the ones you mention and can be had under $2800.
All three are great!
I would not listen to advice on these two players from anyone unless they have heard both in the same system. The PS audio my be good, but if they have not heard the other two players, then any comments are well - a guess at best.
As an FYI the Cary 306 (non professional) is in the same league as the ones you mention and can be had under $2800.
All three are great!