Sony CDP-XA7ES vs CEC TL-1 transport

alex_bolotnikov OP
26 posts
08-10-2016 3:34pm
After a week with Esoteric decided to return it back. Still searching for an equal replacement for CEC)

i've heard this is a lot re. Esoteric players......

I like Esoteric spinners for SACD only playback.

Thanks! for the update- Alex.

Alex,
I n terms of musical sound quality, involvement and natural presentation I'd  rank in this order. Based on my listening encounters with them.
1. PS Audio PWT this is a superb sounding  transport, and if  bought used it is a terrific value.
2 CEC TL-1  very good sound but my friend's unit had the same CD reading issue as you mentioned.
3 Esoteric well built and universally praised for detailed sound character.
In my opinion less musically/emotionally engaging. More hifi sound character.
Charles,

I recently heard the ps audio transport and then we replaced it with an old Cec 5100 transport.  The Cec was much more musical and natural sounding. The ps audio sounded one dimensional by comparison so make sure your try something in your system first.  Happy listening.