Comments on Oppo 105 for 2 channel audio system

I am considering the Oppo 105 player as a possible replacement for my Ayre CX-7eMP CD player in my 2 channel audio system. One of the advantages of the Oppo 105 is its ability to read my CD's stored on my Seagate hard drive in AIFF format. This allows me to easily select the albums I want to listen to. In addition, the Oppo 105 also can read SACD and DSD files. I can also use my iPhone to help control the albums I listen to. I will use the output XLR balanced connectors to connect to my Luxman L-590ax integrated amplifier connected to my Sonus Faber Auditor M Speakers. My questions are:

1) What is the sound quality of the Oppo 105 vs the Ayre? Many of the previous posts give the Oppo 105 good marks in its sound quality.

2) Will the 105 be able to select from different folders on the hard drive? In other words, will the Oppo 105 allow me to browse my content via a folder-type directory? For example, I plan on creating folders on the hard drive for classical, jazz, fold, etc to help manage the albums.

3) Are there other CD's I should consider that offer similar capabilities in the under $2,500 price range?

Your comments are welcomed.