Ayre K-5xe preamp? How close to K-1xe?


Has anyone compaired the Ayre K-5xe to the highly respected K-1xe? I am considering both but haven't heard them yet. I like the size and weight of the K-5xe, and the full featured remote, but if the K-1xe blows it away, I might go that way.
paul_music

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The K1xe is a right sizable step up. However, it would depend on the overall resolution of the system which I would choose. The K5xe is a good piece on its own standing. Just not up to the lofty standard of the K1xe.
Only you could decide if it's worth over twice the money.
I do not like the term "Blows away." Many are perfectly satisfied with the K5. The K5xe does not have the sonic resolution and transparency nor the dynamics of the K1xe.