I need to audition the Marantz again. My previous experience, albeit brief gave me the impression that the Marantz was a bit too "thick" for my tastes. This could have been because of the associated electronics and speakers. Having owned the X-03, I would not say Esoteric is sterile or thin. In fact, I would say its definitely detailed and transparent. Its these details though that help make it sound organic to me. Anyway, looking forward to comparing the two.
Esoteric K-03 or K-01
After many reads and auditions I am ready to pull a trigger on esoterik K-03 player. I also have the opportunity to get a new K-01 for a great price, but without being able to audition it and still a few $$$ more, so it is dificault to commit to.
Those who had a chance to hear/have both players, how much K-01 is better than k-03?
May be for my system K-03 will do fine and K-01 is overkill?
I intend to run Esoteric player direct to amplifier, how much K-01 may sound better direct to amplifier in compare with K-03?
My speakers are Marten Django XL that driven by ML # 532H.
Thank you.
Those who had a chance to hear/have both players, how much K-01 is better than k-03?
May be for my system K-03 will do fine and K-01 is overkill?
I intend to run Esoteric player direct to amplifier, how much K-01 may sound better direct to amplifier in compare with K-03?
My speakers are Marten Django XL that driven by ML # 532H.
Thank you.