Lexicon has been reviewed by many critics as having a disembodied (Hi-Fi'ish) sound. Although I haven't experienced the MC8 unit myself, I think that any component costing this much should have won over the majority of the reviewers.
On the other hand, Bryston has been well reviewed and offers a 20-year warranty.
On the other hand, Bryston has been well reviewed and offers a 20-year warranty.