Redbook Comparison Esoteric and Reimyo

The Esoteric XO-1/UX-1 I feel are inferior to the Reimyo CDP-777 on RBCD. By the way, the Reimyo is not less bright or less detailed. The Reimyo is not soft or warm sounding. The Reimyo has more body to the sound and is more relaxed in its presentation. The Esoteric X0-1 is more dynamic, but not as musically satisfying on CD. I do not believe that this is a matter of "pick your flavor" to match your system. These players are quite different sounding.

Steve

Sorry guys, I have lived with the Esoteric UX-1 and XO-1. Yes, the X0-1 is the better sounding player on RBCD. And yes, the Reimyo sounds better with the single ended outputs. This is just my opinion-not law! As for the balanced outputs, I am aware of the wiring. My Levinson 32 allows me to change phase easily. Having lived with both Esoteric players and the Reimyo, I presented an opinion. I did not mean to offend anyone, after all, I own the UX-1. But I feel that the Reimyo is superior in RBCD over the UX-1/X0-1. I stated why I feel the Reimyo is better.

The fact is, I'm not that hung up on a particular component or brand. Heck, if the Esoteric makes you happy what more can you ask for. This is just a hobby-not a religion. The original post asked to compare the Esoteric X0-1 with the Reimyo. I did that.

Now lets have fun and listen to some music!

Steve