LINN AKURATE CD vs ESOTERIC X-05


Hello,

Im looking for a good high-end CD/SACD player.
Its between the Linn Akurate CD and the Esoteric X-05.
I prefer warmth,but also like detail,pace and bass slam.
Whats your opinion on these two players?

Thanks
alpha3

Showing 3 responses by alpha3

Hello,

Thanks for the info, Ive heard good thing about the
Ayre C5xe also.Im hoping this will be my last player
for a long time.Im leaning towards the Esoteric X-05
but the Linn Akurate looks very interesting.Im trying
to have my Cake and eat it too!
Montejay,

I think that the X-05 has the more expensive
transport, but I could be wrong.