My g08 definitely went through a break-in period. It was a little edgy at first and gradually became smoother. I've had it about 10 months. I would guess it took about 500 hours to stabilize. It has nice synergy with my Rowland electronics and Soliloquy 6.5 speakers. Tonality is good and resolution is very high. Very faint background instruments are audible that you can't hear on some players. The soundstage is also very deep. No comment on the Ikemi. I've never heard one.
Meridian G08 or Linn Ikemi
Sadly the player I decided on is now painfully just out of reach and I am now looking at either a 3yr old Ikemi or a 7 month old G08 (both used here on Agon), I have done plenty of research on the two units but would like to hear any further input anyone may have on how these two players compare with the Ikemi being $700 cheaper.
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