Sony SCD777 vs Meridian 508.24

I am only talking Redbook CD.
Thx.

I own a 777ES. I owned a Meridian 506-20. The Sony positively shattered the Meridian in redbook mode.
Now, let's talk about SACD!................

Paul

I don't think there is a CD player out there, my poor Meridian included, that can truly beat the new SACD format when you factor in cost. I have both the 508.24 and the new Sony DVP-S9000ES. In SACD mode it really gives the Meridian a roughing up--and at half the price. For CDs the 9000ES falls short. This is where the SCD777 would probably shine. Are you going to listen to SACDs or CDs mainly?