I've owned both the Sony XA7ES and Jolida. Both are okay, but I think you'd be happier with the Cambridge 840C. Getting replacement parts for the XA7ES could be a show stopper if you ever need to get it repaired... then your left with a $700 boat anchor.
Sony XA7ES vrs Cambridge 840C and others...
The Sony XA7ES gets a lot of praise even for it's 10+ years age. But, is it better than newer Cambidge 840C or Jolida JD-100A or even the Rotel RCD-1072? Granted the Sony is built like a tank but at 10+ years it's going to need some parts like a new laser. Is the Sony XA7ES really that great? And does it stand up to the newer players in overall performance?