Meridian G08 versus Wadia 581se

Outclassed by how much?
The G08 is available for $3100.
The 581se is about $9000.
I must admit I heard the 581 and was impressed at the musicality, pinpoint imaging and depth of soundstage and natural dynamics.
What do you now use and how does it compare to the Wadia.
What else have you heard that compares to the Wadia? But hopefully cheaper.

How about the Classe cdp202?

Thank you Tom,
In fact detail is very important to me for large orchestral as well as Chamber music. I enjoy the finest details of interplay between strings as well as the subtle, oft obscured (or lost)details in large orchestral works. I would like the most detailed player available. I find myself wanting more string resolution as my Spectral/MIT well AC conditioned system is very revealing. Any suggestions?

Seeking alternatives to the Wadia due to price.
Have heard the 581 & found it excellent; however would have to go the the improved(in reliabilty as much as sound) 581SE at $10,000.
Too much for a dying format.
For that money should get all 4 dying formats
CD
DVD
DVD-A
SACD--with comparable sound--Esoteric or RT20?