Opinions on the SACD playback of Esoteric DV-50.

I own a Sony SCD 777ES. I noticed that one of you thinks the Esoteric outdoes the Sony with SACD. I've been really tempted to buy one of these since they came out but have waited for some other universal players to come out. For CD, I use a Levinson 360S and use the Sony as a transport. My disadvantage is that I don't have much experience with other players. 95% of my listerning comes from the the Levinson/Sony combo, so If I make a change, Redbook CD performance is the most important factor. For DVD audio, I use a Techique's A10 which is not of the same caliber as the rest of my front end. While I'm not satisfied with either SACD or DVD-A as a medium with staying power, I can't ignore them, try as I might. So, is the Esoteric really that good? I've noticed quite a few of them for sale recently on this site. BTW, I wouldn't use the 360S with the esotieric if I went that way. I would have to sell it.

Right on Rex. I wasn't expecting as strong of a recommendation for the Sony/Levinson combo for redbook. Your post really helped me decide not to mess around with other players, for now at least. Although more Hi-Rez title are being released every day, I've come to the realization that the CD will be the medium of the near future. Actually I wouldn't be surprized if SACD and DVD-A fold completely. DVD-A has a better chance since it's back compatable with DVD player through Dolby code, even if does sound a little worse than CD. Thanks.